Ill. Senate Democrats: Ellman to Reduce Light Pollution With Responsible Lighting Standards
March 23, 2024
March 23, 2024
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, March 23 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news:
Excess light emitted at night - from buildings to street lights - poses serious harm and risk to birds, insects and people across the state. To address the negative impact on Illinoisans and wildlife, State Senator Laura Ellman is working to reduce light pollution by establishing outdoor lighting control requirements.
"Birds, insects and people all experience the harsh effec . . .
Excess light emitted at night - from buildings to street lights - poses serious harm and risk to birds, insects and people across the state. To address the negative impact on Illinoisans and wildlife, State Senator Laura Ellman is working to reduce light pollution by establishing outdoor lighting control requirements.
"Birds, insects and people all experience the harsh effec . . .