Tag: "light pollution"

Everything is Illuminated, All the Time

Everything is Illuminated, All the Time

The world is not as dark as it used to be. Light pollution can come directly from light bulbs, or it can bounce off of dust and water droplets in the air, creating a bright haze called skyglow. But there are ways to dim the lights and reduce their effects—and save energy in the process.

 
Jennifer Skene

Post on Jul 11, 2011 by

Every Little Bit Counts

Every Little Bit Counts

Ever tried to count the stars in the sky on some clear, lazy night, or the kind that fall from the sky during a meteor shower? How about craters on the Moon, or distant galaxies in deep space? If you like this kind of work, there is a job for you! Several, in fact….

 
Ben Burress

Post on Nov 05, 2010 by

Globe At Night: Measuring Light Pollution with Human Eyes

Globe At Night: Measuring Light Pollution with Human Eyes

Want a chance to do some "citizen" science, contribute to an international investigation, and have some fun to boot? An opportunity is coming up in March: Globe At Night. All you need is your eyes….

 
Ben Burress

Post on Jan 16, 2009 by

Death Valley Nights

Death Valley Nights

There's nothing like a trip away from the city lights to remind you just how bad light pollution can be here in the Bay Area. The Milky Way in the skies of Death Valley's Devil's Racetrack. Credit: Dan Duriscoe, U.S. National Park ServiceI just got back from my semi-yearly pilgrimage to my favorite spot on [...]

 
Ben Burress

Post on Jan 04, 2008 by