‘Albedo,’ ‘Bright Darkness,’ and ‘Snowglow’
The characteristic "bright darkness" observed after snowfall is called "snow albedo, skyglow, snowglow, or just light scattering."
'Snowglow' Sounds Charming, But It's a Menace to Night Skies
Fresh powder can worsen light pollution, according to new research from Germany.Jessica Leigh Hester (Atlas Obscura)