Defending the Dark

synopsis

Defending the Dark inspires and informs viewers on why it is important to preserve dark sky areas, while emphasizing the unique dark sky environment of northern Maine. Dark Skies benefit wildlife and their habitats, reduces health and safety risks to humans, saves energy, and reduces costs. Light pollution has devastating effects on migrating birds, native plants, and pollinators. Defending the Dark tells the story of protecting the dark sky areas of Maine - the last such areas in the US east of the Rocky Mountains, and what we can do in our own backyards to bring back the night sky. It's more than just saving the stars: Dark skies need to be protected for our health, safety, nature, and science.