JOURNAL ARTICLE

Moon's scientifically important sites could be 'lost forever' in mining rush.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Clery, Daniel 3 of 3

Abstract

NASA's plans to send a craft to the Moon's surface, along with the advent of private landers, has raised concerns among researchers about the potential destruction of scientifically important lunar sites. The rush to mine valuable minerals and resources could threaten unique areas such as permanently shadowed craters that contain large reserves of ice and are ideal for space-based telescopes. Scientists are urging governments and international agencies to take action to protect these sites, as space law currently offers little to no protection. The United Nations and the International Astronomical Union are being called upon to designate and safeguard these scientifically significant areas. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2023/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:173828902
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