Why It's So Bright at Night? Interview with Councilmember Dee Durham of New Castle County, Delaware

Light Pollution News

How can one county lead the charge against light pollution while balancing development and environmental preservation? Second District New Castle County, Delaware Councilmember Dee Durham joins host Bill McGeeney to discuss the successful passage of Lighting Ordinance 23-122, aimed at reducing light pollution through smart lighting regulations.
Councilmember Durham explains the regulations on specific lighting types such as spotlights and floodlights, and the importance of shielding to reduce glare and enhance energy efficiency. We'll highlight the challenges of implementing Ordinance 23-122 and how the county plans to enforce this ordinance.
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1. Why It's So Bright at Night? Interview with Councilmember Dee Durham of New Castle County, Delaware (00:00:00)

2. Understanding the breadth of Ordinance 23-122 (00:01:07)

3. Appendix-A, Ordinance 23-122 (00:32:42)