Better Outdoor Lighting

Light is good.  But too much at night causes problems for human sight, wildlife, and our connection with nature. Ruskin Hartley of the International Dark-Sky Association joins Raelle and Liz to help us understand outdoor lighting that is not wasteful or harmful.

This episode is sponsored by HINKLEY and Kichler Lighting.  

 

Show Notes 

Ruskin Hartley is the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director at The International Dark-Sky Association. In this role, he champions equitable access to dark skies and quality lighting for all through IDA’s award-winning programs.  Ruskin works closely with volunteer leaders and donors to secure increased support for our priorities around the world. Ruskin believes that experiencing a dark sky, and appreciating quality lighting, are essential to IDA’s mission.

 

Before this position, Ruskin directed and managed conservation programs that protect land, water, and ocean resources. He served as executive director of Save the Redwoods League, a non-profit dedicated to protecting and restoring the redwood forest. He also served as the president and CEO of Heal the Bay in Los Angeles and as vice president of resource development at Fair Trade USA, an award-winning social enterprise seeking to alleviate poverty worldwide.

 

Originally from the United Kingdom, Ruskin holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Cambridge and a master’s degree from The University of East Anglia. Ruskin loves to head out on the trail with his wife and kids or cook under the stars.

Evaluate your home’s lighting.

Learn more about light pollution.

Do an evaluation of the lighting outside your home, like Raelle and her neighbors did.

Manufacturers, submit your products for the International Dark-Sky Association’s Fixture Seal of Approval.

Shop for products that have the Fixture Seal of Approval.

 

ALAEducation.com has a wide variety of programs for people in the lighting industry.

The only place to be in September is Austin, Texas.  ALAConference.com

Visit ALAMembers.com for more information about the American Lighting Association and membership.

ALALighting.com has lighting tips and inspiration, and a listing of ALA-member showrooms.

 

Send questions, comments & suggestions to Podcast@ALALighting.com.

Raelle Bell – Host

Liz Ware – Host

Association Briefings - Producer