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Dark Skies, Bright Future?

Simmons Buntin | Tue, Feb 12th, 2008 | Category: Report | Tags: tucson, simmons buntin, arizona, light pollution, observatory, international dark-sky association | 0

When plans are drawn for preserving urban environments, they often account for important systems like watersheds, transportation corridors, and infrastructure. In Tucson, and throughout southern Arizona, the health of cities is also measured in light pollution — with a singular goal of maintaining dark skies.

Of the 43 observatories, university departments, and institutions associated with astronomy and space exploration in Arizona — accounting for a statewide impact of $252 million…
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