DarkSky Texas today announced its new name along with a new initiative intended to reach more Texans about ways to improve outdoor lighting to benefit ourselves, the economy, and nature.
DarkSky Texas is the only Texas chapter of The International Dark-Sky Association which is adopting the new name of DarkSky International. The statewide organization’s announcement comes before the start of International Dark Sky Week, from April 15 to 22.
“As noted by our parent organization, we represent the recognized authority on better lighting to reduce light pollution,” Cindy Luongo Cassidy, president of the board of DarkSky Texas and the Hays County Friends of the Night Sky, said. “Reducing the negative impact of man-made light at night benefits wildlife, human health, energy, our natural heritage and also improves safety.”
