Light Pollution

Preserving Darkness

France is hoping to establish a "darkness reserve" by regulating street lighting in towns and villages near a mountaintop observatory.

6 April 2009 - 9:00am

Discovery

Urban Light Affecting Animal Behavior

Light reflecting from streets and glass buildings in cities have been found in a recent study to disrupt animal behavior.

25 January 2009 - 9:00am

BBC

New York City's Glow Dims

With rising energy prices, lights are dimming in New York City. Legislation in the state seeks to reduce the city's glow even more.

3 November 2008 - 1:00pm

The New York Times