DarkSky Approved

Pack your bags! The DarkSky Approved Lodging Program is now live.

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On January 9th, 2023, DarkSky International officially launched the highly anticipated DarkSky Approved Lodging Program. This new program offers …

January 9, 2024

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

What we do

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

September 11, 2024

DarkSky Approved Lodging application

What we do

Application for a facility to become certified as DarkSky Lodging.

December 5, 2023

Outdoor Sports Lighting guidelines

What we do

Version 1.3, updated August 2023 A. Scope This program provides DarkSky International certification for outdoor sports lighting (OSL) facilities…

September 1, 2023

DarkSky Approved Lodging

DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging is an overnight visitor accommodation with exceptional quality starry nights, using DarkSky Approved lighting.

October 3, 2024

DarkSky Approved program has a new logo

News

The Fixture Seal of Approval program is now DarSky Approved! With the name change comes a new and improved …

June 1, 2023

DarkSky Approved products

Outdoor Lighting

Search DarkSky Approved lighting, fixtures, luminaires, path lighting, street lighting, controllers, and more.

October 3, 2024

Outdoor Sports Lighting Program

What we do

Thanks to advances in LED lighting technology, lighting designers have the tools to create projects which effectively manage glare …

October 3, 2024

Outdoor Sports Lighting application

What we do

Thank you for your interest in participating in DarkSky’s Community-Friendly Sports Lighting Program. Before completing the application below…

August 29, 2023

DarkSky Approved retailers

What we do

DarkSky Approved retailers strive to provide the public with easy access to DarkSky Approved products. These businesses work closely …

October 3, 2024

Apply to be DarkSky Approved

What we do

The DarkSky Approved programs are open to products, designs, facilities, and companies that meet our rigorous criteria. Jump down …

October 3, 2024

DarkSky Approved

What we do

The DarkSky Approved program provides objective, third-party certification for luminaires that minimize glare, reduce light trespass, and don’t pollute …

March 18, 2024