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Light Pollution Keyword(s)

light pollution
Introduction

A source of pollution that is rarely identified or discussed until recently, but present in nearly all hotel developments, light often impacts the access to the night sky and alters nocturnal environments (i.e. turtles reproduction habitat on beaches). Although outdoor lighting may be important for personal and property security, exterior lighting should be controlled to minimize environmental impacts. Exterior lights should be turned off or set on timers to turn off when not needed, especially after guests go to bed. Lights that are required all night should be placed in a manner to achieve their task without excess lighting.

Direct lighting to specific tasks. Avoid lighting areas that do not require it. Use lighting controls to turn lights off when not needed. Timers and motion sensors increase energy efficiency.

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