NASA Unveils $3M Challenge for Innovative Space Waste Recycling Solutions
NASA has launched the $3 million LunaRecycle Challenge, a two-phase competition aimed at fostering innovative solutions for managing and recycling solid waste during long-term lunar missions. As humanity prepares for extended stays on the Moon, sustainable waste management has become a critical issue, with the need to minimize waste while maximizing resource efficiency in space environments.
The competition consists of two distinct tracks, each focusing on developing systems that can effectively store, process, and recycle various types of waste generated on lunar missions. The goal is to create technologies that will not only ensure sustainability during future lunar expeditions but also help reduce the amount of waste returned to Earth. This aligns with NASA's broader commitment to mi...