Dark sky advocates urge Eugene to adopt more protections against light pollution
By Nathan Wilk (KLCC) April 25, 2026 6 a.m.
Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson has declared April as “Dark Sky Month.” But local activists are calling on the city to do more to reduce light pollution.
The dark sky movement aims to reduce the ambient “skyglow” that can make it harder to see the constellations in cities and towns.
Last year, the town of Sisters, located in Deschutes County, was recognized as the second “Dark Sky Community” in Oregon after updating its lighting requirements.
Now Misty Bowman, an advocate with Dark Sky Oregon, wants to bring similar changes to Eugene.
“Our goal is to keep Eugene well-lit,” said Bowman, “but well-lit in a way that keeps the light on the ground.”
