Unnatural lighting can disorient insects, and affect the leaf development of trees. A 2017 study found that light pollution poses a threat to 30% of vertebrates and more than 60% of invertebrates ...

State Rep. Chris Pielli (D-Chester) has announced the advancement of his proposed legislation, H.B. 441, following its ...

Also known as photo pollution, light pollution is the presence of artificial light ... but also adds a predation loading to certain kinds of insects,' Steph says. 'Lights can draw insects away from ...

Discover Dr. Jennifer Birriel's research on light pollution at Morehead State University, focusing on its community impact ...

declines in the population levels of some insects, and a broader negative impact on global biodiversity. From a cultural perspective, light pollution robs humanity of its connection to the stars.

Light pollution—the needless shining of bright lights into the night sky—has robbed whole generations of the chance to see nature on its largest scale. It is estimated that as many as eighty ...

(Others include habitat loss, climate change and the decline of insects, for example.) These fatalities can happen at night or during the day. Light pollution is the key driver of nighttime deaths ...

Have you heard of “dark sky” outdoor light bulbs? This is a new way to keep your outdoor lights on without creating light pollution that can confuse migratory birds and ...