All articles tagged with #artificial lighting
A study reveals that artificial city lights cause bats to take longer, energy-expensive detours to avoid illuminated areas, highlighting the negative impact of light pollution on nocturnal wildlife and emphasizing the need for reducing artificial lighting in urban planning.
A study in China found a link between increased exposure to artificial outdoor light at night and a greater risk of stroke, as well as a connection between air pollution and stroke risk. The study suggests that excessive artificial light at night may disrupt the body's internal clock, leading to health issues, and advises people, especially those in urban areas, to reduce their exposure to outdoor artificial light to protect themselves from potential harmful impacts.