Scientists reject lawmakers' year-round daylight time idea
Some politicians want clocks to stay on daylight time all year, but many researchers disagree. New analysis suggests students could face dark commutes under that plan.
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What happened
Some politicians want to keep clocks on daylight time year-round to end seasonal clock changes, but a group of scientists says that approach is mistaken. Data indicates that winter sunsets would come later, while mornings would also see later sunrises, which could leave students commuting in darkness.
Why it matters
The data suggests students could travel to school in the dark under the proposal. Scientists argue it is the wrong remedy for changing clocks each season.
Timeline
- Oct 10, 6:03 AM ET: Scientists push back against politicians' call for permanent daylight time as a fix for clock changes
- Oct 11, 11:00 AM ET: New data shows students could be commuting in the dark under permanent daylight time
Coverage
- Permanent daylight saving time could leave students commuting in the dark, data shows (The Hill)
- A clock change dilemma pits science vs. politics (USA Today)
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