VALUING DARKNESS
SYMPOSIUM & ROUNDTABLE
19 - 21 March 2025
Melbourne City Conference Centre
The Valuing Darkness Symposium, hosted in Melbourne from March 19-21, 2025, is a pioneering event that brings together experts in lighting design, environmental science, urban planning, and public health to discuss the importance of darkness in our lives.
Co-hosted by the Australasian Dark Sky Alliance (ADSA), Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), and NERAL, the symposium will feature thought-provoking talks, interactive workshops, and dynamic roundtable discussions. Topics will explore the impact of light pollution on human health, wildlife, urban environments, and our night skies, with an emphasis on policy, technology, and best practices for sustainable lighting.
Keynote speakers, panel discussions, and workshops will provide actionable insights and foster collaboration among designers, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to protecting natural darkness for future generations. This event is essential for anyone passionate about creating healthier, more sustainable environments through better lighting practices.
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Show you care, too!
Support our mission to create policy to reduce light pollution and promote the importance of dark skies for the environment, wildlife, and human health.
By joining us as a sponsor, you can make a real difference in protecting our precious night environment.
Your sponsorship will not only support our initiatives, but will provide you with valuable benefits such as logo placement, branding opportunities, and the satisfaction of knowing that you are contributing to a meaningful cause.
Let's create a brighter future for our dark skies!
Contact outreach@ausdarksky.org for more information
Selux
J&P Richard Electrical
International Association of Lighting Designers
Pendoley environmental
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Paddy Palin
Opticity
Australian Age of Dinosaurs
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