The Guardian Australia ·general ·2 hours ago

Earth gets brighter every year but progression is volatile, study finds

A study by NASA-funded researchers at UConn found that Earth's artificial brightness increased by 16% from 2014 to 2022, despite significant regional volatility. While Europe dimmed due to efficiency regulations and Venezuela experienced a 26% decline due to economic collapse, Asia continued to lead in brightness. The findings highlight a complex picture of changing nighttime environments globally.

Summary by Glance · The Guardian Australia

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