Night lights from space: potential of SDGSAT‐1 for ecological applications
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DOI: 10.1002/rse2.70011
Abstract: Light pollution affects biodiversity at all levels, from genes to ecosystems, and improved monitoring and research is needed to better assess its various ecological impacts. Here, we review the current contribution of night‐time satellites to… read more here.
Keywords: space; light pollution; resolution; pollution ... See more keywords
Impact of light pollution on the visibility of astronomical objects in medium-sized cities in Central Europe on the example of the city of Rzeszów, Poland
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DOI: 10.1007/s12036-019-9586-1
Abstract: This paper discusses the influence of light pollution of the night sky on the conditions of visibility of astronomical objects such as planets, stars and comets. This phenomenon has a huge impact on the observability… read more here.
Keywords: night sky; light pollution; astronomical objects;
An investigation into the risk of night light pollution in a glazed office building: The effect of shading solutions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.buildenv.2018.09.029
Abstract: Light pollution has been recognised as a major environmental problem in urban areas at night. This study presents an investigation into the impact of seven various shading solutions on the risk of light pollution caused… read more here.
Keywords: risk; pollution; night; light pollution ... See more keywords
In utero circadian changes; facing light pollution
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cophys.2019.11.005
Abstract: In Loving Memory of Gloria Estrella Farfan Regardless of the molecular and physiological mechanisms involved, maternal fetal circadian systems interactions are recognized as crucial crosstalk for fetal development, and in turn, it may be a… read more here.
Keywords: facing light; changes facing; light pollution; circadian changes ... See more keywords
Light pollution on the growth, physiology and chlorophyll fluorescence response of landscape plant perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne L.)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2020.106448
Abstract: Abstract Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne L.) was commonly used for urban green planting such as lawns, which was not only affected by sunlight, but also by light pollution caused by night artificial lighting. In order… read more here.
Keywords: light pollution; perennial ryegrass; physiology; ryegrass ... See more keywords
Artificial light pollution inhibits plant phenology advance induced by climate warming.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2021.118110
Abstract: Natural photic regime has been drastically altered by the artificial night sky luminance. Despite evidence of sufficient light brightness inducing plant physiology and affecting phenology, generalization regarding effects of light pollution on plant phenology across… read more here.
Keywords: plant; plant phenology; light pollution; phenology ... See more keywords
Light pollution: Is there an Environmental Kuznets Curve?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2018.07.018
Abstract: Abstract Light pollution is ranked high among recent forms of environmental degradation. While there have been many studies focusing on the diverse effects of artificial lighting on human health, wildlife, etc., studies related to the… read more here.
Keywords: kuznets curve; pollution; light pollution; economic development ... See more keywords
Analysis of Light Pollution in Ticino region during the period 2011-2016
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2020.102456
Abstract: Abstract Since 2002, the Environmental Observatory of Southern Switzerland (OASI) has monitored a remarkable set of environmental parameters with the purpose of performing an enhanced observation of the regional environmental conditions. Since 2011, a campaign… read more here.
Keywords: pollution; pollution ticino; 2011 2016; light pollution ... See more keywords
Effects of light pollution on photoperiod-driven seasonality
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DOI: 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2022.105150
Abstract: Changes to photoperiod (day length) occur in anticipation of seasonal environmental changes, altering physiology and behavior to maximize fitness. In order for photoperiod to be useful as a predictive factor of temperature or food availability,… read more here.
Keywords: effects light; light pollution; driven seasonality; photoperiod ... See more keywords
Let there be Skyglow—light pollution from a large outdoor music festival (Lollapalooza Berlin 2016)
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-62448-7
Abstract: Live music is often linked to elaborate light shows, particularly at large outdoor music festivals. However, artificial light at night is one form of environmental pollution, light pollution, and because outdoor festivals emit a substantial… read more here.
Keywords: light pollution; pollution; festival; night ... See more keywords
Natural experiments from Earth Hour reveal urban night sky being drastically lit up by few decorative buildings
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-05279-4
Abstract: Light pollution, a typically underrecognized environmental issue, has gained attention in recent years. While controlling light pollution requires sustained efforts, Earth Hour offers a unique natural experimental setting to assess temporary lights-out measures. Using photometric… read more here.
Keywords: hour; earth hour; night sky; light pollution ... See more keywords