Light has been touted as one of the most life-changing inventions to mankind and remains undeniably fundamental to our day-to-day… Read more Light at the end of the tunnel
Marine light pollution
An estimated 22.2% of global coastlines (excluding Antarctica) are exposed to artificial light pollution (Davies et al., 2014). Yet, marine… Read more Marine light pollution
Light pollution and its link to other pollution forms
Light Pollution – Air Pollution Light pollution is intrinsically linked to other forms of pollution – the most obvious being,… Read more Light pollution and its link to other pollution forms
Same Same but Different – Why So?
Light pollution levels differ drastically across geographical areas. Even within the same region/jurisdiction where lighting standards and policies are homogenous,… Read more Same Same but Different – Why So?
How do we measure light pollution?
In order for policies targeting light pollution to be effective, the amount of pollution at each area needs to be… Read more How do we measure light pollution?
Earth Hour & Education
The 2021 Earth Hour was hailed as the most successful event in Earth Hour’s history. Iconic monuments across the globe,… Read more Earth Hour & Education
Happy Earth Day!
Eighteen terawatt-hours (18TWh) – that is the amount of electricity produced globally per hour. To produce one hour of electricity,… Read more Happy Earth Day!
Light pollution – Efficiency & Externality
The impacts of light pollution could also be mitigated from an efficiency and an externality standpoint. Improving the efficiency of… Read more Light pollution – Efficiency & Externality
Case in study: Light Management Zones in Korea
To reduce the impacts of light pollution on individuals, society, and on the environment, light pollution needs to be targeted… Read more Case in study: Light Management Zones in Korea
How pollutive is a light source – 2
Other than varying the colour temperature of light based on the location and setting, the type of light fixture used… Read more How pollutive is a light source – 2