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?
Month: March 2022
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
How pollutive is a light source?
In the previous posts, we have explored the negative implications of light on individuals, society and on the biodiversity in… Read more How pollutive is a light source?
Impact of light pollution on biodiversity
In the previous post, we saw how light affects the navigational abilities of wildlife. However, the impact of light is… Read more Impact of light pollution on biodiversity