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Astronomers have coined the term "noctalgia" to describe the collective pain felt as humanity loses access to the night sky due to light pollution. Efforts to combat this issue include the creation of dark-sky reserves on the ground and international cooperation to address satellite-based pollution.
Astronomers have coined a new term, "noctalgia" or "sky grief," to describe the pain associated with the loss of access to the night sky due to light pollution. The excessive use of electricity for lighting, including the growing number of satellites in orbit, has contributed to the increasing brightness of the sky worldwide. This loss not only affects cultural traditions and human imagination but also disrupts the circadian rhythms of nocturnal species. Efforts to combat light pollution include creating dark-sky reserves and implementing night-friendly lighting, while addressing satellite-based pollution requires international cooperation and pressure on companies like SpaceX.