People urged to count stars to see if lockdown has cut light pollution – The Guardian

AstronomyResults of England mapping will be used to lobby against bleaching of night sky
People are being urged to take part in a nationwide star count to see if lockdown has had an impact on light pollution.
By counting stars within the constellation of Orion, citizen scientists will help map the best and worst places in England to enjoy a star-filled night sky, organisers said.
The information will be used in efforts to secure darker skies, which improve health and wellbeing, protect wildlife,…

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