Astronomy research facilities contribute more to the space science sector's carbon footprint than that of some small countries, according to a new study.
According to research, astronomers may not be able to build large, complex, power-hungry observatories in the future if they want to satisfy greenhouse gas emission objectives.
Astronomers in the future might not be allowed to build large complex power-hungry observatories if they want to reduce their carbon footprint in line with greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, a new study suggests.
Building and operating telescopes can generate a lot of greenhouse gases. In fact, it's as if each astronomer in the world was driving more than 100,000 miles per year, a new study finds.