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Old 03-01-09, 01:10 PM
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Another amateur astronomer here. Yes, the studies have shown that bad outdoor lighting (MOST outdoor lighting is bad) contributes to crime levels, and you'd be better off with no lighting at all.

I built my house where I did to be able to use a telescope, but in the 13 years I've been here, the light pollution has gotten worse. About 2 years ago the convenience store on the corner put in a gas station, which totally sucked. They just went out of business though, so that's a small reprieve.

I agree as a cyclist as well; I think I'm a lot safer where it's good and dark, my lights really stand out, and I can see better too. In town where there are street lights, it's harder to see without kicking my headlight up to full, and I don't think I'm as visible either.
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