In celebration of International Dark-sky Week, I show you some common examples of poor urban lighting choices in my city, and the problem of light pollution. 

FULL ARTICLE: https://astrobackyard.com/outdoor-lig...

For more information about light pollution or to become a dark-sky advocate for your local community, visit https://www.darksky.org/ 

5 Principles for Responsible Outdoor Lighting at Night

• Useful: All lighting should have a clear purpose
• Targeted: Lighting should be directed only where it is needed
• Low Levels: Light Should be no Brighter Than Necessary
• Controlled: Light Should Only be Used When Useful
• Color: Use Warmer Colour Lights

NASA Images/Video:

• https://eol.jsc.nasa.gov/Videos/CrewE...
• https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/fea...
•    • NASA | Earth at Night  

Milky Way Timelapse:

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