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Oct 11, 2018 · From radically disrupting ecosystems to increased CO2 emissions, light pollution goes far beyond just eliminating our view of the stars.
Apr 5, 2022 · Street lighting, domestic and commercial lights, vehicles and security lights all contribute to the creation of a dome-like shield of light pollution called skyglow, according to the...
- Scott Dutfield
Jan 25, 2023 · There are four main types of light pollution: skyglow, glare, light trespass and clutter. Human development, thoughtless behaviors, and poor light fixture design contribute to light pollution.
- Bridget Reed Morawski
- Monarch Butterflies. The monarch is the only butterfly known to make a two-way migration like birds. They use a sophisticated navigation system to guide them in their journey south for the winter.
- Tree Frogs. Frog populations worldwide are in decline due to a variety of environmental stressors. As many frog species are nocturnal, they are especially susceptible to harm from light pollution.
- Atlantic salmon. Artificial light can change the natural migration patterns of salmon. Researchers compared the migration of young Atlantic salmon under natural light conditions with those under artificial street lighting.
- Fireflies. These magical creatures have been disappearing across the globe. Scientists agree that the loss of habitat and light pollution are partly to blame.
Apr 27, 2023 · Light pollution is a problem, but there’s no single country, group, or industry to blame. Instead, it’s a result of the whole world’s ever-expanding reliance on outdoor electrical lights for over 200 years.
Feb 20, 2024 · Light pollution may seem like a secondary issue compared to other climate change impacts, but it’s easy to reduce. Simply dimming outdoor lighting or directing it only where necessary would make a big difference, said David Welch, lead author of the report and chair of the Dark Skies Advisory Group.
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May 23, 2024 · This Review outlines existing measurements and projections of light pollution trends and impacts, as well as developments in ground-based and remote sensing techniques that are needed to...
