r/decadeology • • Jul 25 '26

Discussion 💭🗯️ Approximately when did the U.S. move away from this kind of lighting in its cities?

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I was alive and aware for the transition. But I can’t really pinpoint a year or range of when this change actually occurred. Does anyone else know? And does it depend on the state? I’m specifically looking for Wisconsin based answers if anyone maybe knows that as well. Thank you.

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u/GeekFish Jul 25 '26

Brightness does not equal color temperature.

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u/toochaos Jul 28 '26

No but white is superior for being able to not hit shit at night. And since thats literally the only purpose of street lights they should be white.