Nocturnal Urban Sociology and Light Sobriety

Abstract

Associated with the definition of the lighting development coherence scheme of the metropolis of Nantes, France, this chapter contributes to identifying the stakes of better energy and light sobriety in the management of its public lighting park. The research focuses on how to raise awareness and involve the users of public spaces in the evaluation and production of nocturnal ambiances. It includes an experimentation of field survey dedicated to the evaluation and iteration of a method for the collection of sensitive indicators. Beyond its analytical part, this chapter proposes an unprecedented digital mapping tool to in real time collect physical and sensitive indicators. The research addresses the concept of expertise of use, complementary of political and technical ones that currently govern public lighting. The results confirmed that the pedagogy of light sobriety, regarding the challenge of energy and light sobriety originally pursued through an approach of awareness to street lighting for users, is ultimately determinant in the renewal of street lighting policies.

Improving Quality of Student’s Life on University Campus (Guidelines of New Assessment Tools)

“…Accordingly, the study identified three indicators for fulfilling student thermal comfort; providing well protected spaces from bad weather conditions, providing adequate landscape in student spaces, and provision of well-ventilated student spaces. 18 , he identified glare, luminance's and luminance ratios as affecting factors , as well as the amount of light, some studies discussed the impact of shades in improving visual comfort (Valitabar, M 2021) 19 , (European standard EN 12665 ) 20 , beside the impact of good views on campus 21 , the study identified two main indicators to fulfil this comfort; using visually comfortable finishing material, and providing student spaces with pleasant views. Biological (physical) needs: Lang referred to the importance of meeting the basic needs in the built environment that includes food services and rest rooms 10 , (Wilkins, S. 2022) discussed the "service-scape model" which emphasizes the impact of the physical settings in which a service process takes place that explains user's behavior within the service environment 22 , In university life, service-scape includes the physical facilities such as restrooms, kiosks, outlets.…”