[26/09/2024 Workshop] Citizen Science App presentation

by Asun Iguarbe | Sep 24, 2024 | blog, clustering activities

A key component of the PLAN-B project involves citizen science activities aimed at understanding artificial light at night (ALAN) levels and contributing this data to our light pollution map of Europe. Citizen Science App presentation Online Workshop – Link to...

The PLAN-B first recap: 9 months of work so far to tackle light and noise pollution

by Asun Iguarbe | Sep 10, 2024 | blog, consortium, research

At PLAN-B, we have laid the foundations for research aimed at better understanding the impacts of light and noise pollution on terrestrial biodiversity and ecosystem services. We have proceeded with the mapping of these pollutants and conducted an in-depth study of...

Meet the PLAN-B consortium: UGent, Faculty of Law and Criminology

by Daniel Lisbona | Aug 13, 2024 | blog, consortium

Ghent University’s Faculty of Law is conducting a comprehensive analysis of the policies, laws, and regulations related to light and noise pollution. This analysis will serve as the foundation for future policy briefs, aimed at guiding the actions of the EU and...

Noise and light pollution in Spain: the conversation starts

by Daniel Lisbona | Aug 12, 2024 | blog

In recent weeks, several cases related to light and noise pollution and their relationship with affected biodiversity have appeared in the Spanish media. Scientists, conservation associations and citizens have reacted in favour of the defense of their ecosystems and...

Travis Longcore has joined the PLAN-Biodiversity project as an advisory board member

by Daniel Lisbona | Jun 26, 2024 | blog, consortium

Travis Longcore is a leading expert in the effects of light pollution on wildlife with experience including basic science, literature synthesis, project impact assessment, and mitigation design. He is eager to contribute to collaborate with the European research...

The Journey So Far: PLAN-B’s Milestone Meeting

by Daniel Lisbona | Jun 19, 2024 | blog, consortium, meetings

On June 14, 2024, PLAN-B held its first General Assembly, bringing together the entire consortium and Advisory Board members. This pivotal meeting offered us an invaluable opportunity to assess the progress of our project, discuss ongoing work, plan future steps,...