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26. STAR QUALITY.

Author

Lawrence, Howard and Mizon, Bob

Subjects
EXTERIOR lighting, EXTERIOR lighting -- Design & construction, LIGHTING designers
Abstract

A reprint of the article "Social Factors Behind the Development of Outdoor Lighting" by Mike Simpson, which appeared in the June/July 1995 issue of "Lighting Journal" is presented.

Published
2016

36. Notes and News.

Author

Mizon, Bob, Boles, Tom, Shanklin, Jonathan, McKim, Richard, Livesey, R.J., Elston, Geoff, Graham, David, Peach, Damian, and Frassati, Mario

Subjects
*ASTRONOMY, *LIGHT pollution, *COMETS, *CLOUDS, *SUNSPOTS, *SATURN (Planet)
Abstract

Presents news and developments relevant to astronomy and space research compiled as of December 2003. Issuance of a report from the Parliamentary Select Committee for Science and Technology on light pollution in Great Britain; Comet prospects for 2004; Number of visits into the website on mars; List of noctilucent cloud sightings; Rise in the sunspot activity; Discovery of spots on Saturn in visual wavelengths.

Published
2003

39. High time for a sensible reform

Author

Mizon, Bob

Subjects
United Kingdom -- Social aspects, Time -- Systems and standards, Education
Abstract

The introduction of the Central European Time (CET) in place of the Greenwich Mean Time and British Summer Time in the UK will be disadvantageous to students as this timing is very inappropriate for Britain. Sunrise and sunset timings and the duration of the day will be altered to the disadvantage of students in the UK.

Published
1994

42. Light pollution: penetrating the veil.

Author

Mizon, Bob

Subjects
*ASTRONOMERS, *LIGHT pollution, *GLARE, *OPTICAL interference, *ASTRONOMICAL observations
Abstract

The article describes how amateur astronomer can fight against light pollution and other light-related problems. It cites the three type of light-related problems facing the amateur astronomer and the responsible citizen including skyglow, glare, and light intrusion. It offers tips and solutions on how to address these problems.

Published
2012

43. The BAA Campaign for Dark Skies: Twenty years ears on.

Author

Mizon, Bob

Subjects
*ASTRONOMY, *LIGHT pollution, *ASTRONOMERS, *SPACE sciences, *PREVENTION, *SOCIETIES
Abstract

The article focuses on the 20th anniversary of the British Astronomical Association's (BAA's) Campaign for Dark Skies (CfDS) in Great Britain. The campaign was started by Ron Arbour and Pete Welland who urged astronomers and non-astronomers to protect the dark-skies, due to the growing threat of skyglow. Meanwhile, one of the developments of the CfDS, was the decision of the British Parliament to Science and Technology Select Committee to investigate and report on Light Pollution and Astronomy.

Published
2009

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