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Study highlights the European waters at greatest risk of harmful light pollution

Study highlights the European waters at greatest risk of harmful light pollution
Phys.org Wednesday 07 October 2026, 00:00 UTC 1 min read
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Scientists have produced a first-of-its-kind assessment showing which coastal regions of Europe they believe are at greatest risk from harmful light pollution.

Scientists have produced a first-of-its-kind assessment showing which coastal regions of Europe they believe are at greatest risk from harmful light pollution.
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