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flag James Bruton campaigns for dark sky laws in rural Iowa to reduce light pollution, protect wildlife, save energy, and promote astrotourism.

flag James Bruton of Des Moines is pushing for dark sky ordinances in rural Iowa to combat rising light pollution, preserve night skies, cut energy use, protect wildlife, and boost astrotourism. flag Inspired by star-filled nights from his youth in Texas, he advocates for responsible lighting—using warm-colored, downward-directed, motion-activated lights below 3000 Kelvin. flag These practices, aligned with Dark Sky International’s guidelines, aim to reduce skyglow without sacrificing safety. flag While light pollution has grown faster than population, communities like Flagstaff, Arizona, and Missouri’s Thousand Hills State Park have earned international recognition. flag Bruton sees similar potential for Iowa, where such efforts could enhance rural appeal and support sustainable economic growth.

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