Science1 hOctober 3, 2026, 07:29

Two 33-pound GHGSat satellites launch to track greenhouse gas emissions

Two 33-pound satellites launched Oct. 1 on SpaceX's Transporter-18 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base, bringing GHGSat's constellation to 13 spacecraft. They orbit about 310 miles above Earth, measuring emissions from specific facilities.

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Two 33-pound GHGSat satellites launch to track greenhouse gas emissions

33-pound satellites launched Oct. 1 on Transporter-18
GHGSat constellation now totals 13 spacecraft
Spacecraft operate about 310 miles above Earth
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