As part of a growing effort to promote sustainable lighting, the Light: Source event brought together architects, lighting engineers, designers, and local council representatives to discuss ways of preserving dark skies while supporting technological progress in our cities.
Experts shared research on light pollution, outlining its impacts on human health, ecosystems, and night-sky visibility, and presenting practical strategies to reduce its effects.
Research student, Vanessa Porchet, represented the QUT Astrophysics Research Group, offering insights into the cultural loss associated with diminishing dark skies and the implications for astrophysical research. The evening sparked meaningful conversations and encouraging solutions for the generations to come.