Satellite Lost in Space

A highly advanced satellite, designed to detect methane emissions, has been lost in space. This $88 million project was launched last year with the support of major tech companies like Google and Amazon's founder, Jeff Bezos.

The satellite, named MethaneSat, was created to monitor methane releases from various sources, including oil and gas production. Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes significantly to global warming. The loss of this satellite is a major setback for climate monitoring efforts.

Scientists lost communication with MethaneSat about ten days ago. The team suspects that the satellite has lost power and may not be recoverable. This unexpected failure has occurred just one year into what was planned to be a five-year mission, leaving a gap in our ability to track and address methane emissions effectively.