Embracing Necessary Shadows

During a recent visit to the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, the author reflected on the diminishing natural night sky in Pakistan, where light pollution rarely receives attention amid concerns about electricity shortages and climate change. Major cities like Lahore, Islamabad, and Karachi now boast limited visibility of stars, impacting both ecosystems and human health through disrupted sleep patterns and increased anxiety. The article emphasizes that light pollution is a reversible issue, advocating for time-based lighting policies and the adoption of shielded LED fixtures to reduce excess light. It also highlights the potential of promoting dark sky reserves in regions like Skardu and Hunza to enhance eco-tourism and conservation. Raising public awareness and implementing small community actions can foster a return to a more balanced relationship with light and darkness, ultimately encouraging a reconnection with the natural world.

Embracing Necessary Shadows

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