Palo Alto Weighs New Ordinance Aimed at Combating Light Pollution

Palo Alto is exploring potential regulations aimed at reducing light pollution, including a proposed 10 p.m. curfew for outdoor lighting. With reports indicating that 80% of Americans can no longer see the Milky Way due to artificial light, conservation advocates, including Dashiell Leeds from the Sierra Club Loma Prieta, are urging the city to adopt “dark sky” standards. These regulations would not only aim to enhance night sky visibility but also address health concerns associated with artificial light, which can disrupt human circadian rhythms and harm wildlife. While current proposals focus on new buildings, there is debate about extending these restrictions citywide. business owners express concern over safety in downtown areas, highlighting the challenges of balancing visibility with light pollution reduction efforts.

Palo Alto Weighs New Ordinance Aimed at Combating Light Pollution

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