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flag The $10 billion INNA green hydrogen project near Chile’s Paranal Observatory was canceled in January 2026 to protect dark skies and sensitive telescopes, following scientific concerns and public pressure.

flag The $10 billion INNA green hydrogen and ammonia project near Chile’s Paranal Observatory has been canceled, sparing one of the world’s darkest skies from light and radio interference. flag Proposed by AES Andes, the facility would have disrupted sensitive telescopes including the Very Large Telescope and the upcoming Extremely Large Telescope. flag Despite company claims of minimal impact, ESO analysis showed up to 35% more light pollution and increased atmospheric disturbance. flag The cancellation, announced January 23, 2026, follows scientific warnings and public pressure. flag AES Andes cited a strategic shift toward other renewable energy and storage projects, without explicitly citing astronomical concerns. flag The decision is hailed as a major win for dark-sky conservation and sustainable development.

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