Support for Development of an Outdoor Lighting Standard for Parks

Project ID: P24AC00837

Federal Agency: National Park Service

Partner Institution: Oregon State University

Fiscal Year: 2024

Initial Funding: $100,000

Total Funding: $200,000

National Park: Washington Office

Principal Investigator: Creighton, Jennifer

Agreement Technical Representative: Kavanagh, Christopher

Abstract:

Outdoor lighting is an essential component of park infrastructure and key factor for developing recreation opportunities. NPS will partner with lighting experts from Oregon State University and industry (the Illuminating Engineering Society) to develop best practices and standards for outdoor lighting in parks, stimulate technological advancement, and support the education and training of students and young scientists.