Episode 154: Light Pollution is a Public Health Emergency with Steve Mariconda

06/11/2024 29 min Temporada 1 Episodio 154
Episode 154: Light Pollution is a Public Health Emergency with Steve Mariconda

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Steve Mariconda became so passionate about light pollution that he decided to make it the subject of this master's thesis! In his research, he learned about its real impact on human health. Mark Baker suggests that we use the word “carcinogen” when referring to light pollution. That’ll perk up officials’ ears! Steve Mariconda lives in Bergen County, New Jersey, about 10 miles from NYC. He is finishing his master's degree in public health at Rutgers University. His final thesis is on indoor and outdoor artificial light at night (ALAN) and its impact on human health and safety. He is a DarkSky International Delegate, one of three in New Jersey, and a member of the DarkSky New Jersey Chapter. He currently make a living as a nursing home musical entertainer. 

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