Take action

1. Improve lighting in your town
Encourage you local council to adopt lighting schemes which reduce light pollution.
> Case studies: Councils improve lighting

2. Improve lighting in your home
Angle your lights downwards, use minimum wattage bulbs, fit hoods or shields to minimise light spill and only switch them on when needed. You can also encourage your neighbours to do the same. When purchasing exterior lights, buy those that have been designed with a view to minimising light pollution and encourage your local DIY shop to stock these.
Good lighting: downward controlled security light. Photo: B Mizon, CfDS image library

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