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William Herschel, a renowned astronomer, first documented the effects of artificial lighting on astronomical observations in London, marking one of the earliest recorded concerns about light pollution.

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1872: Yellowstone National Park Established

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1872: Yellowstone National Park Established

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The world's first national park was created, setting a precedent for forest conservation and protected dark sky areas. This marked a crucial moment in environmental protection history.

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Rachel Carson published 'Silent Spring', highlighting the devastating effects of pesticides on forests and ecosystems, launching the modern environmental movement.

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Flagstaff, Arizona became the first city to enact light pollution control laws, protecting astronomical observations at Lowell Observatory.

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1988: First Major Global Deforestation Study

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1988: First Major Global Deforestation Study

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NASA satellite imagery revealed unprecedented rates of global deforestation, leading to increased international awareness and conservation efforts.

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The first International Dark Sky Park was designated at Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, creating a model for dark sky preservation worldwide.

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The United Nations launched REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), a global initiative to combat forest loss and climate change.

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The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded for the invention of efficient blue LEDs, leading to widespread LED adoption but also increasing concerns about blue light pollution.

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Unprecedented fires in the Amazon rainforest drew global attention to deforestation issues and their impact on climate change, biodiversity, and indigenous communities.

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Studies reveal that artificial light at night is increasing globally by at least 2% annually, threatening nocturnal ecosystems and astronomical research. The number of stars visible to the naked eye in urban areas has dramatically decreased.