Dark Skies ─ Reducing Light Pollution

Light pollution comes in many forms and affects all of us in our daily lives, not just a few environmentalists and astronomers. Milt Roney, the International Dark Sky Association’s Associate Director, will describe the well documented effects on wildlife and driver safety, as well as research indicating a link between light pollution and human health. People are often surprised to learn that there is no research proving a link between lighting and public safety. Businesses and ordinary citizens can profit by the use of better (and sometimes less) outdoor lighting. A model lighting ordinance, developed jointly by the International Dark Sky Association and the Illuminating Engineering Society lays out standards that can be used to save energy, provide more effective lighting, and reduce light pollution. Join us at this free informative program sponsored by the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. Location for this program is Rust Library in Leesburg.