التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Fighting the LIGHT. |
| المؤلفون: |
COKINOS, CHRISTOPHER |
| المصدر: |
Astronomy; Jul2024, Vol. 52 Issue 7, p14-23, 10p, 17 Color Photographs |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
DAYLIGHT, LIGHT pollution, LIGHT sources, EXTERIOR lighting, LAW offices, HOUSE lighting |
| مستخلص: |
This article explores the issue of light pollution and its detrimental effects on the environment, animals, and human health. It discusses the increasing prevalence of artificial light at night (ALAN) and its impact on the visibility of stars and the natural ecosystem. The article also addresses the role of LED lights in exacerbating light pollution and the need for regulations and initiatives to address this problem. It provides examples of communities that have implemented effective lighting codes to reduce light pollution. The article also discusses the potential health risks associated with light pollution, including disruptions to sleep and circadian rhythms. It emphasizes the importance of using lights with a full cutoff design to protect the night sky and minimize negative effects on humans and wildlife. The article mentions the concern over satellite megaconstellations and their impact on astronomical observations, calling for collaboration between astronomers, satellite operators, and activists to find solutions. It concludes by highlighting global efforts to combat light pollution and the potential for astrotourism to promote sustainable development and preserve dark skies. [Extracted from the article] |
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