Explainer: What Is Light Pollution? | Earth.Org

Pollution Solutions by Bon Lau Africa Americas Asia Europe Middle East Oceania Dec 24th 20214 mins Earth.Org is powered by over 150 contributing writers Although light pollution may not be as acute as other pollution like chemical or oil spillage that results in environmental destruction, light pollution is recognized as one of the most chronic environmental perturbations. With the emergence of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in the market, the energy cost of lighting has been drastically reduced compared to traditional incandescent light bulbs or even compacted fluorescent lamps. A growing number of studies reveal the alarming negative impact of light pollution on wildlife and human beings. Yet, the issue of light pollution is often overlooked. So, what is light pollution? How does light pollution alter behavior of wildlife and humans, and are there any current practices or solutions that help tackle light pollution?—What Is Light Pollution?As defined by the International Dark-Sky Associ...