Description
Please join IES MSP either in-person or virtually on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 4:30 pm for the "Community Sensitive Sports Lighting" program. This presentation brings awareness to the topic of light pollution. The leading organization on all things light pollution related, Dark Sky International, will be introduced along with the five principles of responsible outdoor lighting at night. Information about the Dark Sky Approved Sports lighting program will be covered in depth. We will also discuss the negative impacts to communities from poorly designed outdoor sports lighting.
Learning objectives:
- Overview what is light pollution and who is Dark Sky International.
- Identify the impacts on communities from poorly designed outdoor sports lighting.
-Understanding the required criterial to be certified as a Dark Sky Approved Outdoor Sports Facility.
-Learn about the process to become Dark Sky Certified.
-Learn the benefits of acquiring Dark Sky Certification.
This presentation is pending approval for 1 CEU.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026
Schedule:
In-person attendees arrive and social time: 4:30 pm
Presentation: 5-6 pm
In-Person Attendee Location: Pulse Products, 6130 Blue Circle Dr., Minnetonka, MN 55343
Virtual Attendees: Connection information is included in the downloadable calendar file and will be sent prior to the event to all registrants
Investment:
Member: $25
Non-Member: $30
Student: $15
Please register by Friday, Feb. 6, 2026
Featured Speaker:
James Brigagliano LC, LEED Green Assoc. | Lighting Program Manager
Active in the lighting community for 20 years, James brings a unique blend of technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a passion for DarkSky preservation. James champions the development of existing and new DarkSky Approved Lighting programs. He is also the current chair of the IES RP-39 task group.
James began his career in lighting working with the Planning, Design & Construction Dept. at Cornell University. In his time at Cornell James gained experience measuring and photographing built projects, collaborating with professionals on master planning, and creating site lighting standards for the campus. Dedicating himself to lighting, James continued his career at Selux Corporation in Highland NY. Here, James wrote multiple continuing education articles, developed award-winning DarkSky luminaires, and gained a strong appreciation for environmentally friendly lighting.
Date & Time
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Venue Details
Pulse Products or Virtual Option
6130 Blue Circle DriveMinnetonka, Minnesota 55343
