Replacement Of The Moon And Lunar Cycle From Xi... May 2026

Under President Xi Jinping, China is advancing a dual-track strategy featuring "illumination satellites" designed to supplement urban lighting and aggressive lunar exploration to establish a permanent presence by the 2030s. While designed to reduce energy costs, projects like the Chengdu artificial moon face criticism over potential ecological and astronomical disruptions. For more details, visit HowStuffWorks . China to Launch Artificial Moon to Light Up Night Skies