Do you know a dark sky advocate who deserves recognition for protecting the night from light pollution? Whether they have dedicated decades to reducing light pollution, brought innovative dark sky solutions to the lighting industry… Read more
Announcing the 2022 IDA Award Recipients
We are very excited to announce the 2022 IDA award recipients! Each year, the International Dark-Sky Association recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission to preserve… Read more
Announcing the 2021 Award Recipients
We are very excited to announce the 2021 IDA award recipients! Each year, the International Dark-Sky Association recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission to preserve… Read more
The 2020 IDA Award Recipients
We are very excited to announce the 2020 IDA award recipients! Each year, the International Dark-Sky Association recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission to preserve… Read more
Call for 2020 IDA Award Nominations
Do you know a dark sky advocate who deserves recognition for their work protecting the night from light pollution? Whether they have dedicated decades to reducing light pollution, brought innovative dark sky solutions to the… Read more
International Dark-Sky Association Announces 2019 Award Winners
Each year, the International Dark-Sky Association recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission to preserve and protect the night. As leaders in their communities, the awardees… Read more
Call for 2019 IDA Award Nominations
Do you know a dark sky advocate who deserves recognition for their work defending the natural nighttime environment? The International Dark-Sky Association is pleased to request nominations for the 2019 IDA Awards. Each year, IDA… Read more
International Dark-Sky Association Announces 2018 Award Recipients
Each year, the IDA recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission to preserve and protect the natural nighttime environment. The recipients of the 2018 IDA… Read more
International Dark-Sky Association Recognizes 2017 Award Winners
IDA Awards recognize and share the exemplary achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our mission. U.S. and international dark sky heroes are recognized for their contributions to combatting light pollution. The 2017… Read more
2017 IDA Award Winners
2017 Award Recipients Crawford-Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award The Crawford-Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award commemorates IDA Co-Founder and former Executive Director, Dr. David L. Crawford, and IDA Co-Founder and former President of the IDA Board of Directors… Read more