They need to know it costs money when they flip that switch. Light pollution also affects the environment. Dark-sky advocates insist it interferes with astronomers, distracts drivers and hurts wildlife, including birds, moths and turtles. The nighttime sky is not supposed to be orange. Macomb County's Bruce Township just approved the most stringent outdoor lighting regulations in Metro Detroit this week.
Educators look forward to the special science lesson.
She plans to participate in the project.