Brighter Is Not Better
A Dark Sky Doesn’t Mean A Dark Ground
Hidden By The Light
Bright light may make us feel safer, but it has not been shown to make us safer.
A Dark Sky Doesn’t Mean A Dark Ground
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Smart Lighting Is Safe Lighting
Brighter light doesn't reduce crime. In fact, brighter lighting can make you a target.
Safety enhancing lighting illuminates your path, but doesn't create shadows for criminals to hide in and it doesn't blind you with glare or wash out your surroundings.
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What The Science Says
The science is unequivocal. Intelligent lighting is safe lighting.
American Medical Association report on community lighting
Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority - Chicago Alley Lighting Project