Tag: Space and Astronomy

The New Space Race Is Causing New Pollution Problems

Earth’s stratosphere has never seen the amounts of emissions and waste from rockets and satellites that a booming space economy will leave behind.

How Astronomers Are Saving Astronomy From Satellites — For Now

Even the most powerful telescopes are in peril as orbits above Earth fill with thousands of new satellites. But scientists aren’t ready to give up the night sky.

First Flight of the Vulcan Rocket Sends an American Lander Toward the Moon

The United Launch Alliance rocket will be the first in a series of new launchers that could chip away at SpaceX’s hold over the space business.

Vulcan Rocket Prepares for First Launch With Moon Lander Mission

Here’s what you need to know about United Launch Alliance and the robotic lunar spacecraft it is sending to orbit.