Implement practices to mitigate light pollution

Rationale: Limiting glare and light trespass from artificial light at night by implementing interventions such as light shields and automated timers helps preserve biodiversity and regulate circadian rhythm of those in the surrounding area, contributing to improved sleep quality, a strengthened immune system, lower stress levels, and decreased risk of cancers. 

Requirements

Demonstrate compliance with the below:

Light Pollution Mitigation (Full Credit):

Demonstrate compliance with the following requirement:

Multi-Tenant Base Building (no on-site management), Multi-Tenant Base Building (with on-site management)

1. Implement a minimum of two of the following qualifying light pollution mitigation practices:

• include light shields on outdoor light fixtures
• install glare-free bulbs on outdoor light fixtures
• install motion sensors on pathway and walkway lighting
• utilize automated light timers that shut off when the environment is naturally bright
• schedule outdoor cleaning during daylight hours
• require tenants to implement one of the following strategies to reduce light pollution from interior spaces:
  • implement lighting controls, such as dimmers, motion sensors, or timers within tenant spaces
  • turn off nighttime overhead lighting and require table or task lighting within tenant spaces
  • use blinds or curtains to conceal indoor light within tenant spaces. 

2. Implement the listed qualifying light pollution mitigation practices within all of the following outdoor areas on-site:

• all sidewalks and pedestrian pathways
• all outdoor open spaces, including rooftops and outdoor amenities within the building site
• all on-site outdoor space amenities (such as parks, plazas, gardens, outdoor fitness areas, walking trails, open spaces, and rooftops)
• all main entrances to the building(s)
• all paved infrastructure, including outdoor parking areas.

3. Share educational materials with tenants on the benefits of reduced light pollution 

4. Share educational material through one of the following methods:

• digital communication, such as a website, digital application, or email notifications
• on-site displays, such as posters or a display at a location that is regularly visible to all occupants. 

Single-Tenant

1. Implement a minimum of two of the following qualifying light pollution mitigation practices:

• include light shields on outdoor light fixtures
• install glare-free bulbs on outdoor light fixtures
• install motion sensors on pathway and walkway lighting
• utilize automated light timers that shut off when the environment is naturally bright
• schedule outdoor cleaning during daylight hours
• require tenants to implement one of the following strategies to reduce light pollution from interior spaces:
  • implement lighting controls, such as dimmers, motion sensors, or timers within tenant spaces
  • turn off nighttime overhead lighting and require table or task lighting within tenant spaces
  • use blinds or curtains to conceal indoor light within tenant spaces. 

2. Implement the listed qualifying light pollution mitigation practices within all of the following outdoor areas on-site:

• all sidewalks and pedestrian pathways
• all outdoor open spaces, including rooftops and outdoor amenities within the building site
• all on-site outdoor space amenities (such as parks, plazas, gardens, outdoor fitness areas, walking trails, open spaces, and rooftops)
• all main entrances to the building(s)
• all paved infrastructure, including outdoor parking areas.

Commercial Interior, Retail

1. Implement a minimum of two of the following qualifying light pollution mitigation practices:

• include light shields on outdoor light fixtures
• install glare-free bulbs on outdoor light fixtures
• install motion sensors on pathway and walkway lighting
• utilize automated light timers that shut off when the environment is naturally bright
• schedule outdoor cleaning during daylight hours
  

2. Implement the listed qualifying light pollution mitigation practices within all of the following outdoor areas on-site:

• all sidewalks and pedestrian pathways
• all outdoor open spaces, including rooftops and outdoor amenities within the building site
• all on-site outdoor space amenities (such as parks, plazas, gardens, outdoor fitness areas, walking trails, open spaces, and rooftops)
• all main entrances to the building(s)
• all paved infrastructure, including outdoor parking areas.

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Annotated design drawings
• Annotated plans
• Annotated photographs
• Certified statements