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"Just attended an insightful webinar on #LightPollution by the Starry Night Foundation! 🌌 It was eye-opening to learn how artificial light affects our environment, wildlife, and even human health. Understanding the impact of #lightpollution is crucial in fostering sustainable solutions for a brighter (and darker) future. Let’s work together to protect our night skies for generations to come! 💡✨ #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAwareness #DarkSkyInitiative #StarryNightFoundation #ClimateChange"

Wilderness Wednesday International Dark Sky Week !! (2 - 8 April 2024) Dark Sky Week is an important initiative that aims to raise awareness about the negative impacts of light pollution on our environment and overall well-being. By promoting the preservation of natural darkness, this event highlights the importance of reducing artificial nighttime light to protect nocturnal wildlife, enhance human health, and save energy. It also emphasizes the significance of stargazing and reconnecting with the night sky, which is becoming increasingly obscured in urban areas due to excessive lighting. Through educational programs, events, and advocacy efforts, Dark Sky Week encourages individuals, communities, and policymakers to take action towards mitigating light pollution and preserving our dark skies for future generations. This annual observance serves as a reminder of the ecological and cultural value of natural darkness and the need for sustainable lighting practices in order to create a healthier and more harmonious nighttime environment. #lapalalawilderness #conservation #waterberg #darkskyreserve #conservationmatters

🌌 Did you know that we're right in the midst of International Dark Sky Week? From April 2nd to April 8th, this week is dedicated to raising awareness about the natural beauty of the night sky and the importance of preserving our nighttime environment by reducing light pollution. Light pollution not only obscures our view of the stars but also has detrimental effects on wildlife, human health, and the environment. It alters natural light-dark cycles, confuses wildlife navigation, disrupts sleep patterns, and contributes to energy waste and carbon emissions. Taking simple steps like using energy-efficient lighting, shielding outdoor lights, and advocating for dark sky preservation policies in our communities can all play a part in reducing light pollution. Visit the International Dark Sky Week website for more information, and check the comments for additional tips on responsible outdoor lighting. https://lnkd.in/gTBhuEB8 Let's do our part to protect the beauty of the night sky! 🌠 #InternationalDarkSkyWeek #LightPollutionAwareness #InstructionalDesign Photo from kenhartlein Getty Images via Canva

What's the Wide life Friendly Lighting? 1. Low Intensity Use low-intensity lights to minimize disruption to wildlife. Lower brightness reduces glare and light pollution. 2. Amber or Red Spectrum Amber LEDs: Amber lighting, in particular is less disruptive to many   species than white or blue light. Red LEDs : Red light is often the least disruptive and can be used in  specific scenarios where even amber light might be too bright. 3. Directional Lighting Shielding: Use shields or hoods to direct light downwards and limit  skyward or lateral light spill. Focused Beams: Focus light only on necessary areas to minimize  the light footprint. 4. Timers and Motion Sensors Use lights that only activate when necessary (e.g., motion-activated)  to limit unnecessary exposure. Timers can ensure lights are off during critical periods for wildlife. 5. Minimized Use Limit the duration and areas where artificial lighting is used, particularly in sensitive habitats. Golden Light is illuminating Nature, goodfor Wildlife Friendly Lighting!

🌳 Every action counts, just like every tree in a forest. 🌳 At Rotolux, we believe that small, consistent efforts can lead to significant change. That’s why we’ve partnered with Go Forest to plant 100 trees every month. Go Forest's mission is to restore natural forests and inspire both individuals and companies to take future-focused actions.   Forests play a crucial role in our planet's well-being—they absorb carbon dioxide, produce oxygen, prevent soil erosion, provide habitats for wildlife, and support the livelihoods of over 1.6 billion people.   We’re proud to support the Le Roeulx project in Belgium, where we are planting chestnuts, oaks, maples, and walnuts across a 5.5-hectare area. This region has limited forest cover, making it essential to create a diverse and thriving ecosystem that preserves wildlife habitats and amplifies the ecological benefits.   Together, let’s build a greener future, one tree at a time! 🌱🌍   #Rotolux #GoForest #Sustainability #Reforestation #ClimateAction

How light pollution affects wildlife - and what we can do about it. Despite growing awareness of the issue, studies indicate that excessive artificial lighting at night is still rising, increasing by around 10% yearly. Not only does this waste energy and disrupt our sleep, but it also has significant negative ecological consequences. Research has established that uncontrolled artificial lighting hurts a range of fauna; for example, it disrupts the behaviour of threatened bat species. Additionally, insects are attracted to night lights, which studies have linked to declining numbers of crucial pollinators. To fight this, the lighting industry's responsibility is to minimise the risk of light pollution when designing lighting for outdoor spaces. Target light only where it is needed; control the level of illumination used; use dimming and presence detection, so luminaires are only active when needed. Using intelligent lighting controls like the Thorlux SmartScan External system prevents wastage and excess lighting, ensuring lighting is on when required and switches off or dims afterwards. The lighting industry has a vital role in preventing light pollution, to the benefit of individuals, society, and the natural world. #thorlux #outdoor #lighting #conservation #wildlife #lightingcontrols #smartscan

Did you know? 🌿 Adding just one tree to your yard can have a significant impact on your environment! Not only does it provide oxygen and shade, but it also helps reduce air pollution, absorb carbon dioxide, and provide habitat for wildlife. Embrace the power of trees and transform your space with Del's Landscape & Tree Service today! #DidYouKnow #TreePower #DelLandscape

At VI Rental, we're committed to reducing the carbon footprint of the film and TV industry. Our meadow in Exmoor will very shortly be home to native trees like birch, ash, pine, and hazel, helping offset our rentals’ emissions and restore the UK temperate rainforest. By planting a tree with your rental, you’re contributing to: 🌎 Carbon reduction: Trees absorb 10 to 40 kg of CO2 annually, locking carbon in their trunks, roots, and soil, making them essential for long-term carbon storage and emission reduction.
 🦌 Wildlife restoration: Planting native trees and shrubbery helps create habitats for Exmoor’s wildlife, including red deer, dormice, otters, and various bird and insect species.
 🌳 Ecosystem revival: Replanting native trees aids the recovery of Exmoor’s fragile rainforest, which has been reduced by deforestation and development, supporting biodiversity and climate resilience. Every tree planted brings us a step closer to a net-zero future—thank you to all who’ve joined us so far on this journey! #PlantATree #GreenProductions #SustainableKitHire

🌌 Protecting our night skies and wildlife from light pollution is a shared responsibility! We loved reading the Australian Government's "Let's Switch Off Light Pollution Together" campaign 🌿✨ (https://lnkd.in/gYc3nnMD). The six best practice principles to protect wildlife are clear: 1️⃣ Start with natural darkness—light only for specific purposes. 2️⃣ Use adaptive controls to manage timing, intensity, and color. 3️⃣ Light only the area that needs it. 4️⃣ Keep lighting low intensity and close to the ground. 5️⃣ Use non-reflective, dark-colored surfaces. 6️⃣ Avoid white lights; use amber lighting with minimal blue wavelengths. It's also worth checking out AS/NZS 4282 on controlling obtrusive lighting at night! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gvHmGjrr At Lighting Consortium, we're committed to good lighting practices for all applications—whether residential, pathways, roads, industrial, or sports facilities. Our Ledscape smart lighting system provides intelligent control, adaptive colour temperature, and shielding to ensure our lighting is wildlife-friendly and energy-efficient. 🌱💡 Let’s light up responsibly and sustainably! 🤝💚 For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/g56rsbwf #LightPollution #WildlifeFriendly #SustainableLighting #SmartLighting #Ledscape #AdaptiveLighting #ResponsibleLighting #ASNZS4282 #EnergyEfficiency #LightingConsortium #EnvironmentalImpact #ProtectWildlife #DarkSky