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Sci Total Environ August 2022 PMID 35439505

Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities.

Andrew Ross Wilson, Massimiliano Vasile, Christie A Maddock, Keith J Baker

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The social discussions express support and curiosity about the research, often highlighting its relevance for sustainable space practices, as seen in comments citing specific authors and collaborations. The tone varies from enthusiastic to analytical, reflecting both interest and recognition of the study's potential influence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of the research and support the findings, reflecting general consensus on the environmental implications of space activities.

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Participants show high interest, frequently mentioning the publication and related topics like sustainability and environmental impacts.

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Engagement is moderate, with some discussions sharing specific details about the research, collaborations, and methodological approaches.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions indicate the research may influence ongoing conversations in space sustainability and environmental policies, though direct impact is still emerging.

Abstract in brief

  • This paper explores the environmental impacts of global space activities, both for the year 2018 and a future scenario with increased space missions, using a streamlined Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA).
  • It introduces a new space-specific database called the Strathclyde Space Systems Database (SSSD) to evaluate the environmental impacts across different categories, comparing current and future space activities against planetary boundaries.
  • The study emphasizes that although the current impact of the space industry is small, it could grow significantly, highlighting the importance of sustainable design in future space technology to minimize adverse environmental effects.
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Massimiliano Vasile
@mxvasile · X

The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities https://t.co/vEUdyNBG9Q @Stumpysheep @ESAcleanspace @theAstroAgency

Apr 23, 2022 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 409 followers View post →
Massimiliano Vasile
@mxvasile · X

Very glad to share that the work on the #environmental impact of #space, with Andrew Wilson, @christiemaddock and Keith Baker is online: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities https://t.co/vEUdyNBG9Q @StrathclydeOA @ESAcleanspace @Stumpysheep

Apr 17, 2022 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 409 followers View post →
StrathclydeOA
@StrathclydeOA · X

Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global #space activities https://t.co/MYcloPU2BQ #aerospace #astronautics #engineering #sustainability #OpenAccess @MAE_Strath @mxvasile @christiemaddock @utopiae_network @icelab_uk @Stardust_H2020 https://t.co/wfvmu94DDY

Apr 19, 2022 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 2,052 followers View post →
Thomas Bellier
@BsamohT228 · X

@TechSpatiales Alors il se trouve que je travail sur l'analyse de cycle de vie des lanceurs, et en gros dans l'état actuel de la recherche, compliqué de donner une réponse. Les meilleurs travaux sur la question sont très récents, je conseil ceci : https://t.co/Ctu4bTjvWp

Sep 7, 2022 · 1 like · 90 followers View post →
Lily Bell
@LilsRoseBell · X

RT @mxvasile: The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online:…

Apr 23, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,729 followers View post →
Keith Baker
@Stumpysheep · X

RT @mxvasile: The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online:…

Apr 23, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,243 followers View post →

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Thomas Bellier
@BsamohT228 · X

@TechSpatiales Alors il se trouve que je travail sur l'analyse de cycle de vie des lanceurs, et en gros dans l'état actuel de la recherche, compliqué de donner une réponse. Les meilleurs travaux sur la question sont très récents, je conseil ceci : https://t.co/Ctu4bTjvWp

Sep 7, 2022 · 1 like · 90 followers View post →
UTOPIAE
@utopiae_network · X

RT @StrathclydeOA: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global #space activities https://t.co/MYcloPU2BQ #aerospace #astronautics #engin…

May 2, 2022 · 3 shares · 292 followers View post →
Andy Wilson
@andydub93 · X

RT @mxvasile: The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online:…

Apr 23, 2022 · 3 shares · 101 followers View post →
Lily Bell
@LilsRoseBell · X

RT @mxvasile: The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online:…

Apr 23, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,729 followers View post →
Keith Baker
@Stumpysheep · X

RT @mxvasile: The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online:…

Apr 23, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,243 followers View post →
Massimiliano Vasile
@mxvasile · X

The paper with Andrew Wilson, Christie Maddock and Keith Baker on the environmental impact of #space is now published online: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities https://t.co/vEUdyNBG9Q @Stumpysheep @ESAcleanspace @theAstroAgency

Apr 23, 2022 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 409 followers View post →
Andy Wilson
@andydub93 · X

RT @StrathclydeOA: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global #space activities https://t.co/MYcloPU2BQ #aerospace #astronautics #engin…

Apr 19, 2022 · 3 shares · 101 followers View post →
Andy Wilson
@andydub93 · X

RT @mxvasile: Very glad to share that the work on the #environmental impact of #space, with Andrew Wilson, @christiemaddock and Keith Bak…

Apr 19, 2022 · 3 shares · 101 followers View post →
TheStardustTeam
@Stardust_H2020 · X

RT @StrathclydeOA: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global #space activities https://t.co/MYcloPU2BQ #aerospace #astronautics #engin…

Apr 19, 2022 · 3 shares · 846 followers View post →
StrathclydeOA
@StrathclydeOA · X

Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global #space activities https://t.co/MYcloPU2BQ #aerospace #astronautics #engineering #sustainability #OpenAccess @MAE_Strath @mxvasile @christiemaddock @utopiae_network @icelab_uk @Stardust_H2020 https://t.co/wfvmu94DDY

Apr 19, 2022 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 2,052 followers View post →
Strathprints Open Access Bot
@oa_bot · X

Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities https://t.co/gwSX65PWkD #OpenAccess

Apr 19, 2022 · 57 followers View post →
Metasat UK
@MetasatUK · X

RT @mxvasile: Very glad to share that the work on the #environmental impact of #space, with Andrew Wilson, @christiemaddock and Keith Bak…

Apr 18, 2022 · 3 shares · 32 followers View post →
UTOPIAE
@utopiae_network · X

RT @mxvasile: Very glad to share that the work on the #environmental impact of #space, with Andrew Wilson, @christiemaddock and Keith Bak…

Apr 18, 2022 · 3 shares · 292 followers View post →
Massimiliano Vasile
@mxvasile · X

Very glad to share that the work on the #environmental impact of #space, with Andrew Wilson, @christiemaddock and Keith Baker is online: Ecospheric life cycle impacts of annual global space activities https://t.co/vEUdyNBG9Q @StrathclydeOA @ESAcleanspace @Stumpysheep

Apr 17, 2022 · 7 likes · 3 shares · 409 followers View post →