Let’s Give Sunnyvale Back Its Night Sky (and the Birds Will Thank You!)

Ever notice how hard it is to see the stars anymore?
Or how birds, bats, and other nighttime wildlife seem a little… confused?

Too much artificial light at night isn’t just unnecessary — it disrupts wildlife, affects human health, and washes out the beauty of the night sky. The good news? We can fix this, easily and affordably.

Cities like Cupertino, Los Altos, Palo Alto, and Brisbane already have Dark Sky ordinances, and Mountain View is working on one now. These policies improve lighting quality, save energy, protect wildlife, and still keep our neighborhoods safe.

Now it’s Sunnyvale’s turn.

By signing this petition, you’re simply asking the Sunnyvale City Council to start a conversation about a Dark Sky Ordinance, using best practices developed by Dark Sky International. No rigid demands — just a thoughtful, community-based discussion about better lighting.

Please take a moment to sign the petition:
sunnyvaledarksky.org

Let’s make Sunnyvale’s nights healthier, calmer, and more beautiful — for people, birds, and all the creatures who depend on the dark.

Thank you for lending your voice!

Rani Fischer
Chair, Environmental Action Committee
Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance