Lighting For Safety & Security - A Dark Sky Approach

[2004] The terms “Dark Skies” and “Dark Sky Friendly Lighting” have, for quite some time, been only associated with the needs of astronomers. The most obvious and simple example of becoming aware of the onset of increased skyglow is in the night sky so the association is understandable. However these terms describe the result of applying good outdoor lighting practice but with some big pluses for the general populace and the night time environment.

Reg. R. Wilson, Lighting For Safety & Security - A Dark Sky Approach, Brisbane, Australia: Paper of the 9th ICA Conference 2004.

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