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Port Marine Terminal Lighting guidelines

DarkSky Approved

Version 1.0, updated August 2025 The Port Marine Terminal Lighting (PMTL) Program is established by DarkSky International (DarkSky) to …

August 19, 2025

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

July 8, 2025

DarkSky Approved Lodging application

DarkSky Approved

Application for a facility to become certified as DarkSky Lodging.

December 5, 2023

Outdoor Sports Lighting guidelines

DarkSky Approved

Version 1.3, updated August 2023 A. Scope This program provides DarkSky International certification for outdoor sports lighting (OSL) facilities…

September 1, 2023

DarkSky Approved Lodging

DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging is an overnight visitor accommodation with exceptional quality starry nights, using DarkSky Approved lighting.

October 3, 2024

IDA Accepting Applications for Community-Friendly Sports Lighting Design Certification

News

In recent years, IDA has witnessed a marked increase in the number of outdoor sports lighting complexes built in …

November 28, 2018

Scientific research into light pollution

Research

Light at night and the various forms of light pollution have measurable effects on humans, nighttime ecosystems, and more. …

June 7, 2024

International Dark Sky Places

What we do

The International Dark Sky Places program certifies communities, parks, and protected areas around the world that preserve and protect …

May 5, 2025