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Cities combat rising light pollution to restore night

Published Monday, May 25, 2026

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Cities worldwide are actively working to combat rising light pollution, which has seen global artificial light emissions increase by approximately 16% between 2014 and 2022. Efforts are underway to mitigate the environmental and health impacts of excessive artificial light.

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  • Artificial light emissions at night increased by about 16% globally from 2014 through 2022, according to a US study published in Nature.

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  • Deutsche WelleCenter

    The article highlights the global issue of light pollution, emphasizing its environmental and health impacts, and showcases European initiatives and policies as leading examples in combating it.

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