Living Green - Episode 64 - New Zealand Sky Park

The video discusses the brightness of Milky Way stars and the efforts by locals in Dacapo, in collaboration with UNESCO, to establish a Starlight Reserve to protect the night sky from light pollution. It highlights the impact of light pollution on night skies and the role of observatories like Mount John in demonstrating these effects. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to appreciate and protect pristine night skies.

What is the main goal of the Starlight Reserve proposed by locals in Dacapo?

• To reduce air pollution

• To build more observatories

• To protect the night sky from light pollution

• To increase tourism in the area

Which organization is collaborating with locals in Dacapo for the Starlight Reserve?

• World Health Organization

• United Nations

• International Astronomical Union

• UNESCO's World Heritage Committee

What is the primary source of light pollution affecting the night sky?

• Street lights

• Major settlements worldwide

• Car headlights

• Industrial factories

What can visitors observe at places like Mount John?

• The beauty of sunrise

• The effect of light pollution

• The migration of birds

• The formation of clouds

Why are pristine night skies considered valuable?

• They offer a chance to appreciate the stars

• They reduce global warming

• They are a source of natural light

• They help in weather prediction