Darkness and Sustainability:
Other Species’ Night and Human Aesthetic Preferences
Darkness and Sustainability:
Other Species’ Night and Human Aesthetic Preferences
Author(s): Matti TainioSubject(s): Human Ecology, Sociology of Culture, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Environmental interactions
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego
Keywords: Darkness; Artificial Illumination; Other Species; Aesthetic Choice; Aesthetic Preferences;
Summary/Abstract: This article explores the connections between darkness and sustainability, particularlyin contemporary night environments, and the needs of various species. Artificial lightplays a vital role in shaping the aesthetics of today’s nightscapes. For humans, illuminationduring night-time serves both practical purposes after sunset and enhances the aestheticappeal of the night. However, this same artificial lighting poses disturbances to otherspecies. Consequently, using artificial light at night is a significant issue in discussinga sustainable future.
Journal: Estetyka i Krytyka
- Issue Year: 70/2023
- Issue No: 2-3
- Page Range: 61-75
- Page Count: 15
- Language: English