Pennsylvania HB969 mandates responsible outdoor night lighting on state property, aiming to reduce light pollution and light trespass.
HB969, known as the Responsible Outdoor Lighting Control Act, sets guidelines for managing outdoor night lighting on state property in Pennsylvania. It mandates that lighting be fully shielded, minimizing glare and light trespass. The act requires lights to be directed downward, with a correlated color temperature (CCT) not exceeding 3,000K, and prohibits upward light emission. It also mandates the use of reflective signage and markings in lieu of outdoor lighting where appropriate.
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