“Blue wavelengths of light are damaging to many forms of life, and glare from unshielded light compromises road safety and infiltrates bedrooms, suppressing melatonin production, undermining sleep ...

Supporters say making public agencies dim outdoor lights will prevent disturbing wildlife and preserve Maine's dark night ...

Scientists have shown that light pollution—especially light in the blue spectrum—can alter the behavior of fish after only a few nights, and have knock-on effects for their offspring. The team from ...

Light pollution significantly impacts our connection to the stars and poses risks for future generations. This video explores ...

So, he decided to take matters into his hands and capture the galaxy at every pollution level in real-life. "I photographed ...

You’ve probably heard the saying, “the early bird gets the worm,” used to reference people with an affinity for morning productivity. The phrase originates from our feathered neighbors who are often ...

A new study found a link between outdoor light pollution and the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease. For adults younger than 65, excessive light pollution increased the risk of Alzheimer’s more ...

Ithaca, NY— Artificial light at night has a profound effect land-based life--from birds to fireflies to humans. But a new study suggests we need to widen our view to include light pollution's effect ...

Artificial light, while beneficial to humans, has disrupted the natural day-night cycle and created light pollution, negatively affecting wildlife. Humans also suffer from light pollution, ...

Scientists have shown that light pollution -- especially light in the blue spectrum -- can alter the behavior of fish after only a few nights, and have knock-on effects for their offspring. Scientists ...

Indeed, light pollution–related changes to activity may lead to positive fitness effects if they facilitate increased foraging time or reproductive output." It's now estimated that 80% of life on ...