Georgia Power Position Statement on Light Pollution

Light pollution has become a significant issue for many communities as well as some national and international organizations. Light pollution is defined as "any adverse effect of artificial light, including sky glow, glare, light trespass, light clutter, decreased visibility at night, and energy waste."

We at Georgia Power believe that by combining our expertise with organizations such as the illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA), the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NBMA) and other focused groups, we can identify solutions that preserve and protect the night sky while still providing the illumination people need.

Our outdoor lighting experts combine their design skills with a wide range of products to offer systems that meet our customers' performance, safety, security and economic criteria while minimizing sky glow and light trespass.

Process for designing effective outdoor lighting:

• Evaluate need for lighting
• Determine appropriate light level based on IESNA guidelines
• Contain light and glare within property lines with proper pole and lamp selection and placement
• Consider controls that allow lights to be turned off or to reduce light levels during inactive periods

We anticipate awareness of light pollution will continue to grow as new research is published concerning its relationship to health, ecology, wildlife, etc. For additional information on outdoor lighting and Georgia Power's commitment to offering innovative ideas, please contact us at 1-888-768-8458.