commissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch - Extension.
DfTc - Department for Transport · Awarded contract
Awardedcommissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch - Extension.
Awarded 12 Mar 2025
Awarded12 Mar 2025
Value£200,000.00
SupplierUniversity of Leeds
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 2mo ago1y 6mo term
Awarded 12 Mar 2025Expired 30 Aug 2026
About
The Department for Transport (DfT) is interested in commissioning research to gather evidence to develop and support our understanding of the environmental impact of spacecraft launch.
There is a gap in understanding of the impact of rocket launches on atmospheric composition and climate, both for current and new rocket fuels.
We want to understand the chemistry, volumes of exhaust entering the atmosphere, especially stratosphere, from rocket launch activities, its dispersion and their contribution to climate change.
This research will allow DfT to understand whether there is an atmospheric issue from the effects of spacecraft launches and the potential size of the problem.
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