Our Good Practice Story Collection

These good practice stories are gathered from our project partners and connected stakeholders. They share experiences from their own regions and from the work they are doing within the project. All stories were collected during the first two years of the project in 2024-2025. Some describe earlier moments in time and in many places important steps have already been taken since then. For the latest developments, we invite you to follow our news and articles on our website and on LinkedIn.

The aim of this collection is to inspire and to share practical insights. The stories can be used as examples, conversation starters or reference points for others who are working on lighting, biodiversity protection, planning or community processes. They show how different places deal with light at night and how solutions can grow step by step.

The settings and approaches vary widely: from small villages and islands to harbours, cities and universities. What connects all stories is a shared way of working: bringing people together, balancing safety, everyday use and nature, and learning through practice rather than fixed solutions.

Each story stands on its own. Readers can start wherever it feels most relevant to their own context. Every story begins with a short overview to give orientation, followed by the full text with more detail. Each story reflects the situation at the time of writing. The timeframe of interviews and writing are indicated to help place the stories in context.

Enjoy reading! We hope the stories give you ideas and perspectives you can take with you.