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Environmental Policy
The view of Earth from space brings into sharp relief the fact that we are all reliant on planet Earth for survival. Our unique perspective means that the preservation of our natural environment is a cause very close to our heart.
As a result, we're firmly committed to working in an environmentally conscious way to reduce our environmental impact.
Materials & Manufacturing
We pride ourselves on the sustainability of our engineering and manufacturing processes, and we employ recyclable, renewable and biodegradable materials wherever possible.
Furthermore, the majority of our equipment is manufactured in-house using a range of low-impact methods – such as 3D printing using bio resins – with economical production methodologies ensuring minimal waste.
Launch platform
Our balloons are made from undyed natural latex that biodegrades at the rate of an oak leaf, and our launches are powered solely by hydrogen’s ability to float above the surrounding atmosphere – no rocket-fuel emissions here.
The gas itself poses no environmental hazard and is generated via a sustainable process that produces only oxygen as a waste product.
Logistics
Where possible, we conduct multiple launches on the same day to minimise the environmental impact of travel, and all equipment is recovered by the team after every launch, ready to be refreshed or recycled – nothing is left behind.
For externally-sourced components, we will always order from the closest suitable supplier to minimise shipping-related emissions.
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Documentation
We operate on a digital-first documentation policy. Any paperwork, records or correspondences are created and stored digitally, unless physical versions are required, to minimise the use of paper.
Any hard copies that are created will be shredded and recycled once they’re no longer needed.