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Credit 8 Light Pollution Reduction
Intent Minimize light trespass from the building and site, reduce sky-glow to increase night sky access, improve nighttime visibility through glare reduction, and reduce development impact on nocturnal environments
Requirement FOR INTERIOR LIGHTING: The angle of maximum candela from each interior luminaire as located in the building shall intersect opaque building interior surfaces and not exit out through the windows. OR - All non-emergency interior lighting shall be automatically controlled to turn off during non-business hours. FOR EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Only light areas as required for safety and comfort. Do not exceed 80% of the lighting power densities for exterior areas and 50% for building facades and landscape features as defined in ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004, Exterior Lighting Section, without amendments
Siemens Solution Description Install or retrofit exterior lighting to promote dark sky
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