The Provo City Council has adopted new outdoor lighting standards designed to reduce light pollution, according to a September 22 statement from the city. The new measures aim to address environmental concerns related to light pollution in the area.
The adoption of these standards follows discussions regarding the impact of artificial light on the environment. By implementing these new regulations, the city intends to mitigate the effects of light pollution through specific outdoor lighting guidelines.
The decision by the City Council represents an effort to manage the city's environmental footprint. These standards provide a framework for how outdoor lighting should be managed to limit unnecessary light spread.
