$88 Million Pollution-Tracking Satellite Lost in Space
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A cutting-edge satellite designed to monitor global pollution has gone missing in space, raising concerns among scientists and environmentalists. The $88 million spacecraft, developed to track harmful emissions and air quality, lost contact with ground control shortly after its launch.
The satellite, a collaborative project between several international space agencies, was expected to provide critical data on carbon dioxide and methane levels. Its disappearance has left researchers scrambling to re-establish communication or deploy a backup system.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the malfunction, though early speculation points to a potential software glitch or orbital anomaly. The loss of this satellite could delay vital climate research and hinder global efforts to combat air pollution.
Experts emphasize the urgency of resolving the issue or launching a replacement, as the data collected by such satellites is crucial for shaping environmental policies worldwide.
