Planets and Other Worlds - The Planetary Society
WEBBecome A Member. When you become a member, you join our mission to increase discoveries in our solar system and beyond, elevate the search for life outside our planet, and decrease the risk of Earth being hit by an asteroid. Your role in space exploration starts now. $4 /month.
Space Exploration Missions - The Planetary Society
WEBBecome A Member. When you become a member, you join our mission to increase discoveries in our solar system and beyond, elevate the search for life outside our planet, and decrease the risk of Earth being hit by an asteroid. Your role in space exploration starts now. $4 /month. $10 /month.
Global Collaboration - The Planetary Society
WEBOur Global Collaboration program: Engages our network of global members, volunteers, and partners. Harnesses opportunities to connect experts, decision-makers, influencers, and advocates. Our work seeks to cultivate a worldwide movement to ensure the brightest possible future for space science and exploration. "Space brings out the best in us."
Why space is worth it - The Planetary Society
WEBWhy space is worth it. Space research isn’t as expensive as people think. Space spending gets reinvested into the economy. Space research directly impacts Earthly problems. Studying space helps us understand our own world. Studying space may one day save us all from an asteroid impact. Space is inspiring — to kids and adults alike.
Why space exploration is always worthwhile - The Planetary Society
WEBAug 30, 2021 · Studying space helps us understand our own world. Studying the cosmos gives us an important perspective shift. When we learn about what lies beyond Earth, it gives us context for understanding our own planet. Studying the other worlds of our solar system and beyond makes it clear that Earth is a precious oasis for life.
Space Shuttle, the World’s First Reusable Spacecraft
WEBThe Space Shuttle was the world’s first reusable space vehicle. The orbiter, its 3 main engines, and twin solid rocket boosters could be refurbished and flown again. More than 800 astronauts rode on 135 shuttle missions from 1981 to 2011. Fourteen perished during two tragic accidents in 1986 and 2003. The shuttle launched numerous space ...
Space for Everyone - The Planetary Society
WEBIn all that we do, we strive to be the world’s largest, most respected, most effective citizen space organization. In the coming years, we will focus on the resilience of the organization, including improving data infrastructure, diversifying revenue sources, and developing our long-term endowment to maximize our positive impact.
Your Guide to NASA's Budget | The Planetary Society
WEB2024. $24.9 billion. % of US Spending. 0.36%. 2025. $25.4 billion (proposed) NASA's budget is set by an annual process that begins with a proposal from the White House and ends with legislation passed by Congress and signed by the President. The budget specifies funding amounts for programs and projects in human spaceflight, space …
What are the most Earth-like worlds we’ve found? - The Planetary …
WEBAug 23, 2021 · In 2014, NASA’s Kepler Space Telescope discovered the first Earth-sized world in the habitable zone of another star. The planet, dubbed Kepler-186f, is located within the Kepler-186 system about 500 light-years from Earth. Kepler-186f is a noteworthy location in the search for life.
What to look forward to in space in 2024 | The Planetary Society
WEBFeb 2, 2024 · Skywatching. By far the most exciting astronomical event of the year is a total solar eclipse. On April 8, 2024, the Moon will cross in front of the Sun, casting a shadow on Earth that will move across Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Anyone in the shadow’s path, known as the path of totality, will be treated to a darkened sky and a ...