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http://www.darksky.org/
Editor's Pick International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) Open in a new browser window Editor's Pick
   A non-profit member organization that teaches others how to preserve the night sky through factsheets, law references, pictures, and web resources.
   http://www.darksky.org/

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http://www.mikeoates.org/mas/light_pollution.htm
A Solution for the Problem of Light Pollution? Open in a new browser window
   A short page explaining how lighting can be made to reduce the astronomical effects of pollution by Manchester Astronomical Society.
   http://www.mikeoates.org/mas/light_pollution.htm
http://www.aas.org/~light/
American Astronomical Society Committee on Light Pollution, Radio Interference and Space Debris Open in a new browser window
   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 Much of the information is out-of-date.
   http://www.aas.org/~light/
http://www.lightpollution.it/dmsp/
Atlas of World Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   A comprehensive atlas of satellite images and artificially created maps of different light pollution measurements covering the globe.
   http://www.lightpollution.it/dmsp/
http://groups.hamptonroads.com/pages1.cfm?page_id=3963
Back Bay Amateur Astronomers: Astronomy's Greatest Threat Open in a new browser window
   A page by a group of astronomers fighting the problem.
   http://groups.hamptonroads.com/pages1.cfm?page_id=3963
http://www.crlaction.org
Citizens for Responsible Lighting (CRL) Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.crlaction.org
http://www.urbanwildlands.org/conference.html
Conference on the Ecological Consequences of Artificial Night Lighting Open in a new browser window
   Comprehensive information about a conference on ecological effects which took place in February 2002 including abstracts and references on the topic.
   http://www.urbanwildlands.org/conference.html
http://home.hiwaay.net/~krcool/Astro/Night/darksky.htm
Dark Skies Locator Open in a new browser window
   Use this site to find a light-pollution-free location. View conditions from various cities around the world.
   http://home.hiwaay.net/~krcool/Astro/Night/darksky.htm
http://www.scn.org/darksky/
Dark Skies Northwest Open in a new browser window
   News, video, slide-shows and images. Includes outdoor lighting codes, mailing list subscriptions, member information and links to further regional information.
   http://www.scn.org/darksky/
http://www.darkskies4ni.co.uk/
Dark Skies for Northern Ireland Open in a new browser window
   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
   http://www.darkskies4ni.co.uk/
http://www.timesunion.com/communities/darksky/
Dark Skies for the Adirondacks Open in a new browser window
   Online community of New York anti-light-pollution campaigners with photographs, newsletters, legislation and other local resources.
   http://www.timesunion.com/communities/darksky/
http://www.physics.emich.edu/sherzer/lightpol.htm
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Astronomy Club: Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   Essays on the causes and effects of light pollution, as well as information about local regulations to combat the problem.
   http://www.physics.emich.edu/sherzer/lightpol.htm
http://www3.telus.net/~hgibbins/lightpollution/
Edmonton Area Light Pollution Awareness and Abatement Open in a new browser window
   Explanatory information, links, news, photographs, a mailing list, FAQ's and personal stories from this region of Canada.
   http://www3.telus.net/~hgibbins/lightpollution/
http://www.eso.org/outreach/spec-prog/aol/market/collaboration/lpoll/
European Southern Observatory (ESO) Open in a new browser window
   Contains technical information on the subject.
   http://www.eso.org/outreach/spec-prog/aol/market/collaboration/lpoll/
http://www.flap.org/
Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) Open in a new browser window
   Information on how light pollution affects birds, and what steps must be taken to save the lives of birds by reducing lighting.
   http://www.flap.org/
http://www.hawastsoc.org/pollution.html
Hawaiian Astronomical Society: Why You Can't See the Stars Open in a new browser window
   Features links and information on light pollution relevant to Hawaii.
   http://www.hawastsoc.org/pollution.html
http://www.iesna.org/
Illuminating Engineering Society of North America Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.iesna.org/
http://www.ile.co.uk/
Institute of Lighting Engineers (ILE), UK Open in a new browser window
   Forerunner in light pollution control in the UK. Publishes lighting codes and guidance available via the website. Website content is minimal.
   http://www.ile.co.uk/
http://www.ctio.noao.edu/light_pollution/iau50/
International Astronomical Union Working Group on Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.ctio.noao.edu/light_pollution/iau50/
http://www.cie.co.at/cie/
International Commission on Illumination (CIE) Open in a new browser window
   Technical information and guides to the design of non-polluting lighting. Includes links to similar regional organizations.
   http://www.cie.co.at/cie/
http://www.irishastronomy.org/ilpac/
Irish Light Pollution Awareness Campaign Open in a new browser window
   Aimed at improving the quality of exterior lighting in Ireland and reducing light pollution.
   http://www.irishastronomy.org/ilpac/
http://www.maltastro.org/lpag/
Light Pollution Awareness Group (LPAG), Malta Open in a new browser window
   Explains how light pollution can and is been controlled in Malta. Lots of links. LPAG is a part of The Astronomical Society Of Malta.
   http://www.maltastro.org/lpag/
http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/light.htm
Light Pollution Fact Sheet Open in a new browser window
   A basic fact sheet on light pollution, with terms explained in layman's language. Provided by the Prairie Astronomy Club.
   http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org/light.htm
http://debora.pd.astro.it/cinzano/en/
Light Pollution in Italy Open in a new browser window
   Extensive maps and data charting the extent of light pollution in Italy and the effectiveness of its control using lighting codes.
   http://debora.pd.astro.it/cinzano/en/
http://www.communities.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1144822
Lighting in the Countryside: Towards Good Practice Open in a new browser window
   Comprehensive online UK Government publication outlining the government's policy on the issue. Also a good general introduction to the problem.
   http://www.communities.gov.uk/index.asp?id=1144822
http://www.net-link.net/~memiller/
Michigan Darksky Association Open in a new browser window
   Explains the problem, and has pictures, news, local legislation and a message board specific to Michigan.
   http://www.net-link.net/~memiller/
http://www.mnastro.org/onan/lpintro.htm
Minnesota Astronomical Society: Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   A light-pollution map of Minnesota, a news story about local light pollution and information about what can be done locally.
   http://www.mnastro.org/onan/lpintro.htm
http://www.mv.com/users/lopez/nhcrl/
New Hampshire Citizens for Responsible Lighting (NHCRL) Open in a new browser window
   Includes local information relevant to New Hampshire and NHCRL newsletters. Minimal web content.
   http://www.mv.com/users/lopez/nhcrl/
http://www.njaa.org/light.html
New Jersey Astronomical Association: Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   A short explanation of the problem.
   http://www.njaa.org/light.html
http://www.ibiblio.org/ncida/
North Carolina IDA (NCIDA) Open in a new browser window
   Includes images, information and local legislation relevant to North Carolina.
   http://www.ibiblio.org/ncida/
http://www.iac.es/proyect/otpc/
Office for the Protection of the Quality of the Sky of the Institute of Astrophysics of Canarias Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.iac.es/proyect/otpc/
http://home.epix.net/~ghonis/
Pennsylvania Outdoor Lighting Council (POLC) Open in a new browser window
   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).
   http://home.epix.net/~ghonis/
http://www.rca-omsi.org/darkskies.htm
Rose City Astronomers: Oregon Dark Skies Open in a new browser window
   Includes a information about the effects of light pollution and local darksky sites.
   http://www.rca-omsi.org/darkskies.htm
http://www.rasc.ca/light/
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) Light Pollution Abatement Program (LPAP) Open in a new browser window
   Explains how the problem is and can be tackled in Canada with the LPAP. Contains helpful Canadian information.
   http://www.rasc.ca/light/
http://selene-ny.org/
Sensible and Efficient Lighting to Enhance the Night-time Environment (SELENE), New York Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://selene-ny.org/
http://skytonight.com/resources/darksky/
Sky and Telescope - Saving Dark Skies Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://skytonight.com/resources/darksky/
http://www.streetlights.us
Skyglow across the Great Lakes Open in a new browser window
   Images of sky glow from both sides of Lake Michigan in the USA.
   http://www.streetlights.us
http://as.dsri.dk/sect/light.html
The Anti-Light Pollution Section of the Astronomical Society of Denmark (AS-ALS) Open in a new browser window
   A webpage explaining the history and objectives of the organisation, and how to become a member.
   http://as.dsri.dk/sect/light.html
http://www.croydonastro.org.uk/lights.htm
The Croydon Astronomical Society: Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   Information about the problem in Croydon.
   http://www.croydonastro.org.uk/lights.htm
http://www.fvas.net/
The Fraser Valley Astronomers' Society Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.fvas.net/
http://www.floridamarine.org/publications/publication_info.asp?id=39080
Understanding, Assessing and Resolving Light-Pollution Problems on Sea Turtle Nesting Beaches Open in a new browser window
   Comprehensive report by the Florida Marine Research Institute into the effects on turtles with relevant lighting specifications to be implemented near nesting sites.
   http://www.floridamarine.org/publications/publication_info.asp?id=39080
http://www.umich.edu/~lowbrows/light/dexter-issues.html
University Lowbrow Astronomers: Light Pollution Issues Open in a new browser window
   Information and links relevant to South-East Michigan, United States. Covers local regulation.
   http://www.umich.edu/~lowbrows/light/dexter-issues.html
http://www.utahskies.org/lightpollution/
Utah Skies: Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   Includes information on good & bad light fixtures, hidden costs and health risks with pictures and links.
   http://www.utahskies.org/lightpollution/
http://www.volt.org/
Virginia Outdoor Lighting Taskforce (VOLT) Open in a new browser window
   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.
   http://www.volt.org/
http://astro.uchicago.edu/home/web/rhe/Astronomy/lightpollution.html
Yerkes Observatory and Light Pollution Open in a new browser window
   Information about the fight against light pollution in Yerkes, William's bay. Includes pictures, ordinances, presentations and links.
   http://astro.uchicago.edu/home/web/rhe/Astronomy/lightpollution.html

Last Updated: 2007-10-18 13:17:21