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space24 days ago•78 min saved

Dark skies saved: Chile plant near Paranal cancelled

A $10 billion plan to build a light-polluting green hydrogen plant near ESO’s Cerro Paranal observatory in Chile has been cancelled by AES Andes, relieving astronomers who warned the project would degrade the world-renowned dark skies and threaten facilities like the VLT and ELT. ESO calculations suggested up to a 35% increase in light pollution, which could undermine cutting-edge observations, prompting widespread concern in the astronomy community. The cancellation allows Paranal and Atacama-region telescopes to continue operating under optimal sky conditions while AES Andes shifts focus to renewable energy projects.

via Space|

#aes-andes #dark-skies #eso

space3 months ago•2 min saved

Remote Telescope Farm Restores Night Sky Visibility for Stargazers

A remote telescope farm in Texas, created by amateur astronomer Bray Falls, allows global customers to control telescopes remotely and observe the night sky despite increasing light pollution, helping to preserve the wonder of stargazing and facilitate space discoveries.

via CBS News|

#astronomy #dark-skies #light-pollution

science5 months ago•8 min saved

Catch the Summer Milky Way During the New Moon on September 21

The upcoming week offers an excellent opportunity for stargazing and viewing the summer Milky Way due to the new moon and clearer skies, although light pollution in urban areas limits visibility. The article highlights the beauty of dark skies, personal experiences of star observation, and the impact of light pollution on our ability to see the night sky.

via Space|

#astronomy #dark-skies #light-pollution

science-and-environment6 months ago•4 min saved

Dark Skies Envelop the Great Basin

Great Basin National Park in Nevada is renowned for its dark skies, making it an ideal location for astronomy and scientific research, including hosting the only research-grade observatory within a U.S. national park, which contributes to both scientific discoveries and educational efforts to preserve night sky visibility.

via NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)|

#astronomy #dark-skies #great-basin-national-park

science-and-environment6 months ago•4 min saved

Dark Skies Illuminate the Great Basin

via NASA Earth Observatory (.gov)|

#astronomy #dark-skies #great-basin-national-park

gaming6 months ago•4 min saved

Pokémon GO Updates: Dark Skies Quest, Gigantamax Battles, and 100 Player Raids

The Dark Skies event in Pokémon Go features Eternatus's debut, special Max Battles, raid schedules, and wild Pokémon spawns, with a limited-time Timed Research quest offering rewards like Zacian and Zamazenta Candy. The event includes increased raid and Power Spot activity, new backgrounds, and a Go Pass Max Finale battle pass, culminating in the Go Fest Max Finale on August 24th.

via Eurogamer|

#dark-skies #eternatus #gaming

games6 months ago•4 min saved

Pokémon GO Weekly Event Highlights: Eternatus Debut, GO Fest Finale, and Dark Skies

Pokémon GO's week from August 18-24 features the debut of Eternatus, the Dark Skies event, GO Fest Finale, and various raids including Necrozma, Zacian, and Zamazenta, along with weekly events like Spotlight Hour and Raid Hours, plus ongoing Battle League and seasonal bonuses.

via Pokémon GO Hub|

#dark-skies #eternatus #games

science6 months ago•3 min saved

Rare Black Moon to Occur in August 2025

A rare seasonal black moon will occur on August 23, 2025, disappearing from the sky and creating darker conditions ideal for stargazing, marking the last such event until 2027.

via WION|

#2025-lunar-event #black-moon #dark-skies

science6 months ago•3 min saved

Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: Best Viewing Tips Amid Moonlight

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the year's best celestial events, is visible from Oregon's dark sky locations, with peak viewing between August 9-13, despite moonlight interference. The event offers a great opportunity for stargazers to see bright meteors and fireballs, especially in areas with minimal light pollution, such as Oregon's Dark Sky Places.

via OregonLive.com|

#astronomy #dark-skies #meteor-shower

gaming7 months ago•2 min saved

Pokémon GO Announces Dark Skies Event and Max Finale Featuring Eternatus

Pokémon GO's Dark Skies event runs from August 18-23, 2025, offering trainers level 13+ a week of raids, Max Battles, increased bonuses, and encounters with Dynamax and Gigantamax Pokémon, culminating in the Max Finale featuring Legendary Pokémon Eternatus and special Raid Hours for Zacian and Zamazenta.

via Pokémon GO Hub|

#dark-skies #event #gaming

science8 months ago•2 min saved

Prime Summer for Milky Way and Meteor Shower Viewing

June is the best time to view the glowing core of the Milky Way from dark, secluded locations, offering a spectacular sight of our galaxy's central region, especially when using long-exposure photography and identifying the Summer Triangle as a guide.

via IFLScience|

#astronomy #dark-skies #galaxy-core

environment2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Elite's Monopoly on Darkness and Stars Explored in New Book"

In her new book "All Through the Night," Dani Robertson highlights the growing issue of light pollution and the diminishing accessibility of dark skies, emphasizing that the night sky should be for everyone. She criticizes the spread of light pollution and the failure to address it despite the availability of solutions like LED lighting. Robertson also addresses the fear of the dark and its impact on societal issues, while providing practical tips for being dark sky-friendly. She urges readers to fall in love with the night and take action to protect it before it's lost forever.

via Forbes|

#dark-skies #energy-efficiency #environment

astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

Stunning Southern African Perspective Reveals Milky Way's Splendor

Photographer Curt Belser captured a stunning image of the Milky Way Galaxy rising over a quiver tree in southern Namibia. The Moon had already set, enhancing the darkness of the skies in this remote part of Africa, known for its exceptionally dark skies. Belser took multiple exposures, including a 30-minute exposure to capture star trails, and marveled at the spectacular view, appreciating how ancient civilizations built their mythologies around the night sky.

via Ars Technica|

#astronomy #dark-skies #milky-way

science-and-environment2 years ago•11 min saved

"30th Annual Nebraska Star Party: Unveiling Dark Skies and Puzzling Enigmas"

The Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area in Nebraska has become the state's first certified International Dark Sky Park, boasting some of the darkest skies on Earth. The 30th annual Nebraska Star Party attracted a record turnout of 382 registered stargazers, despite thunderstorms and haze from Canadian wildfires. While the park achieved Dark Sky Park status, there were whispers that bureaucracy prevented it from becoming a Dark Sky Sanctuary. The event highlighted the rarity of dark skies in the 21st century due to light pollution, with the Milky Way no longer visible to roughly one-third of the planet.

via Omaha World-Herald|

#astronomy #dark-skies #international-dark-sky-park

astronomy2 years ago•5 min saved

"Bortle 1: Unparalleled Skies for Astrophotography"

Bortle Class 1 skies, characterized by minimal light pollution, offer the best conditions for astrophotography. These pristine skies allow for the capture of celestial waveforms and the observation of deep-sky objects such as the Milky Way, Andromeda Galaxy, Orion Nebula, and Pleiades star cluster. In addition, Bortle 1 skies provide opportunities to witness natural phenomena like the Northern and Southern Lights (Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis), the faint glow of the zodiacal light, and the subtle radiance of airglow. These breathtaking sights highlight the beauty and vastness of the universe.

via PetaPixel|

#astronomy #astrophotography #bortle-1