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The Night Is a Habitat: Designing Light That Protects People, Wildlife, and the Night Sky, by Patricia Lopez Yanez

Join Patricia Lopez Yanez for an engaging exploration of the night as a living habitat and one of the most overlooked resources in modern environments. From the disappearance of the Milky Way to our growing difficulty resting under skies that never truly go dark, this session invites participants to rethink our relationship with light after sunset.

Drawing on nearly two decades of experience as an architect and lighting design director, Patricia explores how excessive and poorly designed lighting affects human health, disrupts wildlife, and weakens our connection to the cultural and ecological value of the night—particularly in desert landscapes. Through real-world examples, the webinar offers practical insights into how thoughtful lighting design can balance safety, comfort, and ecological well-being.