Category: Environmental Issues of Space Mining
About the environmental impacts of space mining and related concerns
TransAstra’s FlyTrap Earns Spot on TIME Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2023
In a significant nod to innovation, TransAstra‘s cutting-edge space device, called FlyTrap, has been recognized in TIME Magazine’s esteemed list of the Best Inventions of 2023. Designed to tackle the escalating problem of orbital debris, FlyTrap represents a major stride in space technology and sustainability. The acknowledgment [more…]
Satellite re-entries are introducing unusual metals into stratosphere
Data reveals that approximately 10% of tiny airborne particles in the stratosphere are made up of aluminum and other metals, originating from the disintegration of satellites and rocket parts as they reenter the Earth’s atmosphere. While it’s improbable that these metals will have immediate effects on human [more…]
International Mining and Resource Conference to explore space technologies, sustainability
The earth mining industry is undergoing a transformation driven by concerns about sustainability, environmental impact, and the need for operational efficiency. This has led to a greater adoption of state-of-the-art technologies and collaboration with other industries. These themes will be explored at the 2023 International Mining and [more…]