Study of Indoor Light Pollution with Special Reference to Pandharkawada Dist. Yavatmal (MH)

Abstract

Indoor lighting and its impact on Light Pollution in Pandharkawada dist. Yavatmal was studied for this paper. The area which is selected to study indoor light pollution in Pandharkawada is mainly restricted to Residential areas. The Indoor lighting system i.e. Types of Indoor light, their Positions, light directions, Shielding types and their condition, Time of use, actual need of light etc parameters are studied in this study. Results show that: Maximum lighting systems are set up without any study. Position and unwanted intensity of lights are main factors affecting the light pollution level. There is no focusing of the light observed in the direction where needed. Lights from homes shine upwards and increases sky glow. Poor or absence of shielding to the source of light increases the chance of light trespass and unwanted glare. Generally it is found that most of the lights at homes in balconies, backyards and porches are without shields which cause light pollution. It is found that while thinking of installing interior lighting people don’t think exactly what they need to illuminate, where lighting is necessary. And how much light they need .Light systems are not design to see or illuminate required objects but illuminates area around it.