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INTERNATIONAL DARK-SKY ASSOCIATION, Worldwide Headquarters
(Last Updated 6/2/2009) Update this Record?
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Mailing
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3225 N. First Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719
United States
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520-293-3198
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520-293-3192
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ida@darksky.org |
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http://www.darksky.org |
Contact
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Kim Patten |
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Group Description
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The International Dark-Sky Association is an educational, environmental 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting and preserving the nighttime environment and our heritage of dark skies through environmentally responsible outdoor lighting. With thousands of members in more than 70 countries, IDA is the leading authority concerning the problems and solutions related to light pollution.
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Organization Type
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Non Profit/NGO |
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Organization Methods
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Conserve/Preserve/Restore, Educate/Teach, Inform/Publicize, Organize Grassroots Actions, Produce/Sell Products, Provide Consulting Support, Research (Scientific, Economic, Social)
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Organization Scope
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International, Local, National, Regional, State
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1988 |
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Membership Size
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1,001 - 10,000 |
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Annual Budget
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$500,001 - $1,000,000 |
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Air Quality/Atmosphere |
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Preservation of the natural night sky.
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Energy |
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Energy efficient outdoor lighting products.
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Public Health |
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Preserve our natural circadian rhythm.
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Recreation/Ecotourism |
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Preserve the wonders of the night sky.
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Sprawl/Urban Planning |
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Prevent use of overlighting.
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Transportation |
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Advocate quality roadway lighting.
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Wildlife & Species |
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Preserve the nighttime environment for nocturnal species.
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Pete Strasser
Managing Director
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pete@darksky.org |
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520-293-3198 x405 |
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Bob Parks
Managing Director, DC
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bparks@darksky.org |
Mailing Address |
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202-684-7090 |
IDA Government Affairs & Public Policy
717 D Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20004
United States
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• Brochures
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Book, Printed Report, etc. |
Quick print brochures - free for download - great handouts for events! |
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• Practical Guides
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Book, Printed Report, etc. |
Downloadable free Practical Guides offer a brief overview of the light pollution issue. |
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