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March 24, 2026

More than just streaks: 5 truths from the astrophotographers documenting our crowded skies

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In 2025, DarkSky’s global astrophotography survey revealed rapidly increasing interference from satellite mega-constellations. This policy paper shares those findings …

December 8, 2025

2025: United for the night – A year of worldwide progress

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2025 has truly been a year written in the stars, marking another meaningful chapter of growth not just for …

December 4, 2025

Announcing the 2025 DarkSky Award winners

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Thank you to all the award winners and nominees for your continued hard work and dedication to the dark …

November 10, 2025

Two sports complexes in Apache Junction, Arizona receive DarkSky Approved designation

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Apache Junction, Arizona sports fields are going Dark Sky Friendly. Both Prospector Park and Superstition Shadows Park were recently …

September 30, 2025

New DarkSky Approved pickleball complex shines sustainably in Champaign, Illinois

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DarkSky International is proud to announce a newly certified DarkSky Approved Outdoor Sports Lighting project in Champaign, Illinois.

July 22, 2025

International Dark Sky Places Program Advocacy 2024

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Across the world, certified International Dark Sky Places (IDSP) serve as shining examples of how communities and protected areas …

July 17, 2025

HUB Sports Center serving Washington–Idaho communities earns DarkSky Approved certification

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Recognizing the need for extended usability after dark, Université Sainte-Anne prioritized the installation of outdoor lighting designed to protect …

June 18, 2025

Into the blue: Understanding marine light pollution

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Artificial light at night (ALAN) has long been studied for its impacts on humans and wildlife on land…

June 6, 2025

DarkSky and the National Audubon Society promote Lights Out for the birds

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Twice a year, billions of birds take part in massive migrations. Generally, birds spend the spring and summer in …

May 8, 2025

University Track and Soccer Field in Nova Scotia becomes first DarkSky Approved Outdoor Sports Lighting project outside the United States

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Recognizing the need for extended usability after dark, Université Sainte-Anne prioritized the installation of outdoor lighting designed to protect …

April 22, 2025

International Dark Sky Week 2025 invites the world to discover and protect the night

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International Dark Sky Week (IDSW) returns as the world’s largest celebration of dark skies (April 21–28, 2025) inviting people …

April 15, 2025