Urban lighting, light pollution and society

Publication Year

2015

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Looks at urban lighting and light pollution from a social science and humanities perspective showing how public policy frameworks, incentives and initiatives affect how cities are lit. Illustrated by global case studies and provides a set of recommendations for lighting research and policy in the future. Covers: a history of artificial light; light festivals; lighting conflicts; regulating urban lighting and pollution; lighting masterplanning; designating Dark Sky areas; economics of night time illumination; residents' perceptions of light and darkness; value and improved visibility of the night sky.

Author

Meier, J. et al (eds)

ISBN

9781138813960

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