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Outdoor Lighting

The Good

 

More cost efficient.

Directs light down and to the sides as needed; light control.

Reduces glare; more even illumination.

Reduces light trespass onto neighboring properties.

Helps preserve the dark night sky.

 


The Bad

 

Wastes energy into the sky.

Glare, light trespass and harsh illumination.

 

The Ugly  

Illuminates little but for the bellies of birds.
 



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