Why are Dark Skies Important?
As more scientific data is focusing on the importance of maintaining the light/dark cycle that has existed since the beginning of time, all signs point to how critical especially the dark part of that cycle – night – is for the health of humans and the natural world, as well as saving energy.
The reduction of dark skies are caused uniquely by light pollution: the human-made alteration of outdoor light levels from those occurring naturally. These facts prompt the obvious question: What can we do to limit light pollution to protect the dark skies? Want answers? check it out.