Photo Pollution
Photo/Light Pollution is a presence of excessive, misdirected, or obtrusive artificial (usually outdoor) light.
- Components of light pollution are Glare i.e., excessive brightness that causes visual discomfort; Skyglow i.e., brightening of the night sky over inhabited areas; Light trespass i.e., light falling where it is not intended or needed; and Clutter i.e., bright, confusing and excessive groupings of light sources.
- Methods to tackle light pollution includes promoting the use of LED technology and green energy for displays and illuminations and avoiding illuminated advertisements (ads) that obscure or diminish the effectiveness of traffic ....
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