In a modern urban context, "Victoria Dark" often surfaces in discussions about —a popular dark charcoal color used for roofs in new housing estates across Victoria, Australia.

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: Research and local advocacy groups, such as those found on My Efficient Electric Home , argue that these dark roofs significantly increase the "heat load" of neighborhoods.

: Victoria is also a hub for the Dark Sky movement , which seeks to preserve the night sky from light pollution. Organizations like Dark Sky Victoria focus on the "deep-sky wonders" visible only in areas where artificial light is suppressed.