Turn Down the Lights—Turn Up the Stars ✨
October is Hill Country Night Sky Month
There’s nothing quite like the clear, starry skies of the Texas Hill Country. But light pollution threatens to dim this natural beauty for future generations. That’s why October is more than just another fall month—it’s Hill Country Night Sky Month, and KPUB is proud to support efforts that preserve our region’s dark skies and reduce wasted energy.
This October, celebrate with us by making smart lighting choices that protect the stars above—and your wallet.
🔦 Light Right, Sleep Tight: Outdoor Lighting That’s Night-Sky Friendly
The wrong kind of outdoor lighting not only wastes energy—it washes out the stars. Swap out bright floodlights for fully shielded, downward-facing fixtures. And always choose warmer, energy-efficient LED bulbs (3000K or lower) to minimize glare and skyglow.
KPUB offers energy-saving resources and tips to help you light smarter:
https://www.kpub.com/community/darksky/
🛰️ Track Energy Waste with SmartHub
If you’re burning through electricity after dark and not sure why, KPUB’s SmartHub app lets you track your real-time usage—so you can pinpoint waste, spot spikes, and adjust your lighting habits accordingly.
Start tracking the stars and your savings:
https://www.kpub.com/smarthub/
🔍 Let Us Do a Lighting Sweep: Free Home Energy Audits
Not sure if your lights are night-sky friendly? KPUB offers free in-person and online energy audits that help identify inefficient lighting inside and out. We’ll help you spot what’s wasting energy—and offer solutions that support both your budget and the skies above.
Request your audit today:
https://www.kpub.com/save-energy-money/energy-audit/
📷 See the Stars Again—It Starts at Home
Every porch light, yard lamp, and security fixture matters. By making small changes at home, we can preserve the view of the Milky Way for our kids, neighbors, and future generations.
KPUB is committed to keeping Kerrville’s skies clear, our energy use efficient, and our community glowing in all the right ways.
🌌 Let’s Keep Kerrville’s Skies Beautiful
Whether you’re stargazing in your backyard, visiting a local observatory, or simply enjoying a quiet night walk, you deserve a view that’s as awe-inspiring as the Hill Country itself. Join KPUB in making small changes that make a big difference—for our wallets, our wildlife, and our skies.
Together, let’s keep the lights down and the stars shining bright.