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Paranal Observatory Faces Light Pollution Threat in Atacama

1/10/2025

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In the heart of Chile's Atacama Desert, the Paranal Observatory, renowned for the Very Large Telescope, faces a looming threat. AES Andes plans an industrial complex that could shatter the pristine night skies with light pollution and turbulence. The European Southern Observatory passionately calls for the project's relocation, as they await a crucial decision from Chilean authorities on its environmental impact.

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In the heart of Chile's Atacama Desert, the Paranal Observatory, renowned for the Very Large Telescope, faces a looming threat. AES Andes plans an industrial complex that could shatter the pristine night skies with light pollution and turbulence. The European Southern Observatory passionately calls for the project's relocation, as they await a crucial decision from Chilean authorities on its environmental impact.