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Light Pollution Information Light Pollution Information: Learn how glare can affect anyone with this concise information page collated by the Astronomical Society of Greater Hartford. Includes lots of links. (Light Pollution) http://members.aol.com/copernicanview/ Atlas of World Light Pollution Atlas of World Light Pollution: A comprehensive atlas of satellite images and artificially created maps of different light pollution measurements covering the globe. (Light Pollution) http://www.lightpollution.it/dmsp/ Lighting in the Countryside: Towards Good Practice Lighting in the Countryside: Towards Good Practice: Comprehensive online UK Government publication outlining the government's policy on the issue. Also a good general introduction to the problem. (Light Pollution) http://www.planning.odpm.gov.uk/litc/ Light Pollution Fact Sheet Light Pollution Fact Sheet: A basic fact sheet on light pollution, with terms explained in layman's language. Provided by the Prairie Astronomy Club. (Light Pollution) http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/light.htm Light Pollution and Boating Safety Light Pollution and Boating Safety: Presentation explaining the problem that unshielded lighting presents to boat crews and how it can cause boating accidents. [Requires Microsoft Powerpoint] (Light Pollution) http://members.aol.com/copernicanview/LP_Boating.ppt Sensible and Efficient Lighting to Enhance the Night-time Environment (SELENE), New York Sensible and Efficient Lighting to Enhance the Night-time Environment (SELENE), New York: SELENE is working to eliminate inappropriate lighting in New York. Extensive website with facts and information about helping to fight for better lighting legislation in the city. (Light Pollution) http://selene-ny.org/ Effective Outdoor Lighting Council of Texas (EOLC) Effective Outdoor Lighting Council of Texas (EOLC): Latest news on the abatement of light pollution in Texas and how anyone can help. (Light Pollution) http://users2.ev1.net/~mmccants/eolc/ European Southern Observatory (ESO) European Southern Observatory (ESO): Contains technical information on the subject. (Light Pollution) http://www.eso.org/outreach/spec-prog/aol/market/collaboration/lpoll/ Leicester Campaign for Dark Skies Leicester Campaign for Dark Skies: A broad yet simple introduction to the the problem's effects and its minimisation. Includes success stories in the UK and elsewhere; good and bad examples of different fixture types; rebuttals of common misconceptions; links to news articles, and details (Light Pollution) http://www.star.le.ac.uk/astrosoc/cfds Sydney Outdoor Lighting Improvement Society [SOLIS] Sydney Outdoor Lighting Improvement Society [SOLIS]: Includes a range of general information about how anyone can improve their lighting as well as information on how the group is combating the problem in Sydney. (Light Pollution) http://solissydney.tripod.com Michigan Darksky Association Michigan Darksky Association: Explains the problem, and has pictures, news, local legislation and a message board specific to Michigan. (Light Pollution) http://www.net-link.net/~memiller/ Illuminating Engineering Society of North America Illuminating Engineering Society of North America: The IESNA is the authority on the lighting industry in the USA, Canada and Mexico and one of the forerunners in the control of this form of pollution. Information available on manufacturers, acceptable designs and lighting codes. (Light Pollution) http://www.iesna.org/ Institute of Lighting Engineers (ILE), UK Institute of Lighting Engineers (ILE), UK: Forerunner in light pollution control in the UK. Publishes lighting codes and guidance available via the website. Website content is minimal. (Light Pollution) http://www.ile.co.uk/ Outdoor Lighting Resources Outdoor Lighting Resources: good and bad lighting images with explanations, a local survey with results, a local lighting ordinance, and local news articles by an astronomer from Michigan, United States. (Light Pollution) http://geocities.com/eric74382000/main.htm Light Pollution in Italy Light Pollution in Italy: Extensive maps and data charting the extent of light pollution in Italy and the effectiveness of its control using lighting codes. (Light Pollution) http://debora.pd.astro.it/cinzano/en/ Light Pollution Awareness Group (LPAG), Malta Light Pollution Awareness Group (LPAG), Malta: Explains how light pollution can and is been controlled in Malta. Lots of links. LPAG is a part of The Astronomical Society Of Malta. (Light Pollution) http://www.maltastro.org/lpag/ William's Bay Lighting Ordinance William's Bay Lighting Ordinance: A school project on light pollution in the United States. (Light Pollution) http://www.geocities.com/psxwoman/ Virginia Outdoor Lighting Taskforce (VOLT) Virginia Outdoor Lighting Taskforce (VOLT): Promotes the use of safe and efficient outdoor lighting. Comprehensive website with everything there is to know on the problem in Virginia and the latest on VOLT's campaign for better lighting ordinances. (Light Pollution) http://www.volt.org/ Light Pollution: Measurements and Means of Intervention Light Pollution: Measurements and Means of Intervention: Webpage detailing conclusions of a meeting held in Asiago, Italy on the issue. (Light Pollution) http://www.pd.astro.it/TNG/publications/news/12/12cinzan.html Pennsylvania Outdoor Lighting Council (POLC) Pennsylvania Outdoor Lighting Council (POLC): Comprehensive information on the latest lighting situation in Pennsylvania with pictures, links, and guidance on how anyone can help. Home of Pennsylvanians for an Outdoor Lighting Control Act (POLCA). (Light Pollution) http://home.epix.net/~ghonis/ International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) International Dark-Sky Association (IDA): A non-profit member organization that teaches others how to preserve the night sky through factsheets, law references, pictures, and web resources. (Light Pollution) http://www.darksky.org/ International Commission on Illumination (CIE) International Commission on Illumination (CIE): Technical information and guides to the design of non-polluting lighting. Includes links to similar regional organizations. (Light Pollution) http://members.eunet.at/cie/ Understanding, Assessing and Resolving Light-Pollution Problems on Sea Turtle Nesting Beaches Understanding, Assessing and Resolving Light-Pollution Problems on Sea Turtle Nesting Beaches: Comprehensive report by the Florida Marine Research Institute into the effects on turtles with relevant lighting specifications to be implemented near nesting sites. (Light Pollution) http://www.floridamarine.org/publications/publication_info.asp?id=39080 Dark Skies Northwest Dark Skies Northwest: News, video, slide-shows and images. Includes outdoor lighting codes, mailing list subscriptions, member information and links to further regional information. (Light Pollution) http://www.scn.org/darksky/ Light Pollution: The Neglected Problem Light Pollution: The Neglected Problem: A short article explaining the problem which appeared in the Winter 1994 issue of the ANJEC Report. (Light Pollution) http://www.monmouth.com/~ksears/litepol1.htm Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Astronomy Club: Light Pollution Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Astronomy Club: Light Pollution: Essays on the causes and effects of light pollution, as well as information about local regulations to combat the problem. (Light Pollution) http://www.physics.emich.edu/sherzer/lightpol.htm Utah Skies: Light Pollution Utah Skies: Light Pollution: Includes information on good & bad light fixtures, hidden costs and health risks with pictures and links. (Light Pollution) http://www.UtahSkies.org/lightpollution Back Bay Amateur Astronomers: Astronomy's Greatest Threat Back Bay Amateur Astronomers: Astronomy's Greatest Threat: A page by a group of astronomers fighting the problem. (Light Pollution) http://groups.hamptonroads.com/pages1.cfm?page_id=3963 Dark Skies Locator Dark Skies Locator: Use this site to find a light-pollution-free location. View conditions from various cities around the world. (Light Pollution) http://home.hiwaay.net/~krcool/Astro/Night/darksky.htm Where has the night sky gone, and why should we care? Where has the night sky gone, and why should we care?: A research paper investigating the development of and possible solutions to light pollution. (Light Pollution) http://members.aol.com/ctstarwchr/nightsky.htm Office for the Protection of the Quality of the Sky of the Institute of Astrophysics of Canarias Office for the Protection of the Quality of the Sky of the Institute of Astrophysics of Canarias: Includes pictures and animations, and information on full-cut-off lighting, technical specifications, energy efficiency, and other forms of astronomical pollution. Also includes the laws applicable in the Canary islands. (Light Pollution) http://www.iac.es/proyect/otpc/ A Solution for the Problem of Light Pollution? A Solution for the Problem of Light Pollution?: A short page explaining how lighting can be made to reduce the astronomical effects of pollution by Manchester Astronomical Society. (Light Pollution) http://www.u-net.com/ph/mas/light_pollution.htm Yerkes Observatory and Light Pollution Yerkes Observatory and Light Pollution: Information about the fight against light pollution in Yerkes, William's bay. Includes pictures, ordinances, presentations and links. (Light Pollution) http://astro.uchicago.edu/home/web/rhe/Astronomy/lightpollution.html Campaign for Dark Skies (CfDS) Campaign for Dark Skies (CfDS): A comprehensive website explaining what the problem is and how it can be tackled in the UK. CfDS is the UK's largest anti-light-pollution campaign group and part of the British Astronomical Association. (Light Pollution) http://www.dark-skies.org/ Dark Skies for the Adirondacks Dark Skies for the Adirondacks: Online community of New York anti-light-pollution campaigners with photographs, newsletters, legislation and other local resources. (Light Pollution) http://www.timesunion.com/communities/darksky/ Irish Light Pollution Awareness Campaign Irish Light Pollution Awareness Campaign: Aimed at improving the quality of exterior lighting in Ireland and reducing light pollution. (Light Pollution) http://www.irishastronomy.org/ilpac/ University Lowbrow Astronomers: Light Pollution Issues University Lowbrow Astronomers: Light Pollution Issues: Information and links relevant to South-East Michigan, United States. Covers local regulation. (Light Pollution) http://www.umich.edu/~lowbrows/light/dexter-issues.html Shire Oaks Science Year Shire Oaks Science Year: Information about the science-year project on light pollution at Shire Oaks school. Includes photographs, explanations of the problem and its causes & effects and a light pollution questionnaire for pupils. (Light Pollution) http://www.shire-oak.walsall.sch.uk/subjects/sciweb/scienceyear/index.htm The Fraser Valley Astronomers' Society The Fraser Valley Astronomers' Society: A local astronomy site with comprehensive information about the local darksky park including directions; as well as videos on the problem, and information about its effects on health and astronomy. (Light Pollution) http://www.fvas.net/ The Anti-Light Pollution Section of the Astronomical Society of Denmark (AS-ALS) The Anti-Light Pollution Section of the Astronomical Society of Denmark (AS-ALS): A webpage explaining the history and objectives of the organisation, and how to become a member. (Light Pollution) http://as.dsri.dk/sect/light.html Outdoor Lighting Resources - Efficient Outdoor Lighting Benefits Us All Outdoor Lighting Resources - Efficient Outdoor Lighting Benefits Us All: Webpage of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection explaining some effects of obtrusive lighting. (Light Pollution) http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/pollprev/lighting/outdoor.htm Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Light Pollution Abatement Program (LPAP) Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Light Pollution Abatement Program (LPAP): Explains how the problem is and can be tackled in Canada with the LPAP. Contains helpful Canadian information. (Light Pollution) http://www.rasc.ca/light/ New Jersey Astronomical Association: Light Pollution New Jersey Astronomical Association: Light Pollution: A short explanation of the problem. (Light Pollution) http://www.njaa.org/light.html Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Lights Page Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Lights Page: RSPB page discussing the detrimental effects on birds. (Light Pollution) http://www.rspb.org.uk/youth/green_house/lights/light_page.htm Me, Mick and M31 Me, Mick and M31: Information about a children's story book on the problem. (Light Pollution) http://www.eclipse.co.uk/pens/m31.html Craig Cotner's Home Page Craig Cotner's Home Page: Two detailed light-pollution maps of Minnesota and various astro-photographs. (Light Pollution) http://www.geocities.com/craigcotner/index.html International Astronomical Union Working Group on Light Pollution International Astronomical Union Working Group on Light Pollution: Explains how the working group is helping to combat the problem at the moment and how anyone can help. Also includes various links and general information. (Light Pollution) http://www.ctio.noao.edu/light_pollution/iau50/ Ted's Astropix: Light Pollution Scourge Ted's Astropix: Light Pollution Scourge: Personal "sermon" on light pollution by a Ohio resident with various bits of information on the topic. (Light Pollution) http://www.saker.com/astropix/astropix.htm Star Watch UK Star Watch UK: Explains how Star Watch UK, a survey of light pollution in the UK was undertaken. The project is, at least for the time being, not taking in results. (Light Pollution) http://www.u-net.com/ph/starw-uk/home.htm New Hampshire Citizens for Responsible Lighting (NHCRL) New Hampshire Citizens for Responsible Lighting (NHCRL): Includes local information relevant to New Hampshire and NHCRL newsletters. Minimal web content. (Light Pollution) http://www.mv.com/users/lopez/nhcrl/ Minnesota Astronomical Society: Light Pollution Minnesota Astronomical Society: Light Pollution: A light-pollution map of Minnesota, a news story about local light pollution and information about what can be done locally. (Light Pollution) http://www.mnastro.org/onan/lpintro.htm Light Pollution Awareness Website Light Pollution Awareness Website: Includes lighting pictures, satellite images, the latest news, lots of links and information about how to shield lighting. (Light Pollution) http://members.aol.com/ctcadman/ Huachuca Astronomy Club (HAC) Huachuca Astronomy Club (HAC): Includes information on lighting ordinances in Southeast Arizona. (Light Pollution) http://c3po.cochise.cc.az.us/astro/ The Croydon Astronomical Society: Light Pollution The Croydon Astronomical Society: Light Pollution: Information about the problem in Croydon. (Light Pollution) http://www.croydonastro.org.uk/lights.htm Santa Clara Valley Lighting and the Lick Observatory Santa Clara Valley Lighting and the Lick Observatory: Lick Observatory is exploring ways in which the lighting needs of the growing Santa Clara Valley can be met while still preserving Lick's position at the forefront of astronomical research. Also includes relevant links. (Light Pollution) http://herbie.ucolick.org/public/lighting/ Citizens for Responsible Lighting (CRL) Citizens for Responsible Lighting (CRL): Information about the international non-profit organization and why they are campaigning for better lighting, a golssary of lighting terms, technical information, links to related publications and standards. (Light Pollution) http://www.crlaction.org Conference on the Ecological Consequences of Artificial Night Lighting Conference on the Ecological Consequences of Artificial Night Lighting: Comprehensive information about a conference on ecological effects which took place in February 2002 including abstracts and references on the topic. (Light Pollution) http://www.urbanwildlands.org/conference.html Hawaiian Astronomical Society: Why You Can't See the Stars Hawaiian Astronomical Society: Why You Can't See the Stars: Features links and information on light pollution relevant to Hawaii. (Light Pollution) http://www.hawastsoc.org/pollution.html Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP): Information on how light pollution affects birds, and what steps must be taken to save the lives of birds by reducing lighting. (Light Pollution) http://www.flap.org/ IDA Youth Working Group IDA Youth Working Group: Provides information about light pollution for young people. (Light Pollution) http://saveourstarryskies.homestead.com/ American Astronomical Society Committee on Light Pollution, Radio Interference and Space Debris American Astronomical Society Committee on Light Pollution, Radio Interference and Space Debris: Includes information on this pioneering committee and what they do. Also includes lists of books, magazine articles and weblinks. Much of the information is out-of-date. (Light Pollution) http://www.aas.org/~light/ New England Light Pollution Advisory Group (NELPAG) New England Light Pollution Advisory Group (NELPAG): Everything to do with the problem in New England. Lots of links. Includes information on how to subscribe to the NELPAG forum. (Light Pollution) http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/ps/nelpag.html North Carolina IDA (NCIDA) North Carolina IDA (NCIDA): Includes images, information and local legislation relevant to North Carolina. (Light Pollution) http://www.ibiblio.org/ncida/ Indiana Council on Outdoor Lighting Education (ICOLE) Indiana Council on Outdoor Lighting Education (ICOLE): Comprehensive information on the abatement of light pollution in Indiana including general links and resources as well as updates. (Light Pollution) http://home.att.net/~icole/ Sky and Telescope - Saving Dark Skies Sky and Telescope - Saving Dark Skies: Various articles about light pollution including one on the history of the problem, one on rating the darkness of your sky, one on how astronomers can do more to help reduce light pollution and one on good lighting fixtures. (Light Pollution) http://skyandtelescope.com/resources/darksky/ Dark Skies for Northern Ireland Dark Skies for Northern Ireland: Explains the problem in Northern Ireland with photographs; maps of its extent, and information on its effect on residents and crime. Includes a message board, help on installing friendlier lighting fixtures, links and correspondence on regulation with a l (Light Pollution) http://www.darkskies4ni.co.uk/ Edmonton Area Light Pollution Awareness and Abatement Edmonton Area Light Pollution Awareness and Abatement: Explanatory information, links, news, photographs, a mailing list, FAQ's and personal stories from this region of Canada. (Light Pollution) http://www3.telus.net/~hgibbins/lightpollution/ Go Light on the Pollution: An Introduction to the Problem of Light Pollution Go Light on the Pollution: An Introduction to the Problem of Light Pollution: Simply-written site where one can learn the cause of this threat to our environment, economy and society, and how to be part of the solution to the light pollution problem. (Light Pollution) http://userpages.umbc.edu/~fmorga1/lp/en/index.html Rose City Astronomers: Oregon Dark Skies Rose City Astronomers: Oregon Dark Skies: Includes a information about the effects of light pollution and local darksky sites. (Light Pollution) http://www.rca-omsi.org/darkskies.htm Skyglow across the Great Lakes Skyglow across the Great Lakes: Images of sky glow from both sides of Lake Michigan in the USA. (Light Pollution) http://www.streetlights.us Cherry Springs State Park Cherry Springs State Park: Information and links on stargazing in one of the darkest sky sites in Eastern USA (Light Pollution) http://members.aol.com/CherrySpSP/