European Southern Observatory to build Extremely Large Telescope in Chile

14 articles · Updated · news.inbox.eu · Apr 27

The new telescope will be constructed in Chile's Atacama desert, a region renowned for its exceptionally clear skies.
The Extremely Large Telescope aims to significantly enhance astronomical observations, offering unprecedented detail of the universe for scientists worldwide.
This project further establishes the Atacama desert as a leading global center for astronomy, attracting international collaboration and investment in advanced space research.

As the world's largest telescope is built, what are the final hurdles before its 2029 first light?

Is a $1.5 billion ground telescope wise when space telescopes avoid all earthly interference?

Are satellite mega-constellations like Starlink the greatest threat to the new giant telescope?

The ELT will be 15 times sharper than Hubble. What cosmic mysteries will it solve first?

How will the ELT use the universe's largest 3D map to hunt for dark energy?

With light pollution threats growing, can Chile's outdated laws protect its $1.5 billion telescope?