It's WorldSpaceWeek! We're celebrating the theme of space and sustainability. Many technologies developed for space have improved sustainability efforts on Earth. Here's how:
is to execute its mission as efficiently as possible. In doing so, we continually improve our space and ground operations.
Sustainability involves taking action now to protect the environment for both current and future living conditions. In implementing sustainability practices, NASA supports its missions by reducing risks to the environment and our communities.
raise employee awareness and encourage each individual in the NASA community to apply the concepts of sustainability to every aspect of their daily work to achieve these goals; maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, local or territorial law and regulations related to energy security, a healthy environment, and environmentally-sound operations; andFor more information on NASA's numerous plans to upgrade infrastructure, reduce energy intensity, and decrease water use, visit: