The concept of having humans live permanently on the moon is becoming more realistic. Still, NASA has several hurdles to overcome. Alongside the challenges of energy supply and habitat maintenance, waste management also plays a crucial part.
Innovative Recycling Solutions
NASA is on the lookout for creative ideas to recycle inorganic waste effectively. This includes items like food packaging, clothing, and materials from scientific research. The LunaRecycle Challenge is a competition where inventors can compete for a total of 3 million US dollars in prizes.
Focus on Sustainability
This contest targets those who can create energy-efficient, lightweight, and sustainable technologies that transform moon waste into valuable products. NASA is open to both hardware and software innovations, so the competition is split into two categories.
Prizes will be given out in two phases. The first phase will award up to one million US dollars, while the second phase will have two million US dollars available. In each phase, up to eight winners can be recognized, with prize amounts set at 50,000 US dollars for the Digital Twin Track and 75,000 US dollars for the Prototype Build Track.
Registration Details
Individuals wanting to enter the NASA competition must register by March 31, 2025, at 4 p.m. (EDT). They can do this through a registration form and must submit all necessary materials.
