Launch of Asteroids2029: a Global Effort to Support The UN International Year for Asteroid Awareness and Planetary Defence
The Asteroids2029 initiative has launched to promote global awareness of planetary defense, coinciding with the close approach of asteroid Apophis in 2029. The project involves international collaboration between space agencies and scientific institutions.
Why it matters
Preparing for near-Earth objects is a critical aspect of planetary safety and international scientific cooperation.
The launch of Asteroids2029 marks the beginning of a worldwide initiative supporting the UN International Year of Asteroid Awareness and Planetary Defence. Inspired by the exceptionally close passage of asteroid Apophis in April 2029, over 70 experts and professionals from space agencies, scientific institutions, educational organizations, and communication networks have come together to host events and activities to raise global awareness of asteroids, promote planetary defence, and celebrate international collaboration in understanding and protecting our shared planet. NSF NOIRLab is a proud partner of Asteroids2029.
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