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Your impact: March equinox 2023
The results of our Best of 2022 awards are in!
A long night, and “so long!” to InSight
Celebrate the December solstice, be thankful you’re not on Triton, and say goodbye to the InSight Mars lander.
Gifts from above
The Cosmos has so many gifts to give us, from awe-inspiring images to fascinating discoveries. We’ve got our own set of gifts to recommend too.
2022 impact report
A review of the results The Planetary Society achieved in 2022 thanks to the support of our members.
Outer worlds and outstanding science
Uranus is way out there, beckoning us to visit. And Cassini is the mission that won’t quit, even years after burning up.
Your impact: September equinox 2022
We’re pleased to report a very active summer back to you.
Your impact: June Solstice 2022
Meet the first-ever winners of our Science and Technology Empowered by the Public Grant awards!
Your impact: March Equinox 2022
We've announced the winners of this year's Shoemaker NEO Grants and look back on an impactful year.
Your impact: December solstice 2021
Our members sent LightSail to the Smithsonian and suggested space gifts for the holiday season.
Your impact: September equinox 2021
Members helped us send letters to the U.S. Congress asking for increased funding for NASA's planetary defense efforts.
Your Impact: June Solstice 2021
Our annual Day of Action set up virtual meetings between 145 members and their congressional representatives and staffers.
Your Impact: March Equinox 2021
Thanks to our members, we hosted Planetfest '21, advocated for space, and took a big STEP forward with our new sci-tech grants program.
Your Impact: December Solstice 2020
We're celebrating a congressional nod, PlanetVac's upcoming trip to the Moon and Mars, and more.
Your Impact: September Equinox 2020
We’ve made some big changes to planetary.org, as we continue to advance advocacy, defend Earth, and chart the future of space exploration.
Your Impact: June 2020 Solstice
We're celebrating a successful Day of Action in Washington D.C., remembering [email protected], and looking forward to LightSail 2's extended mission.
Your Impact: March Equinox 2020
Celebrating Shoemaker Grant winners, Society awards, and volunteer efforts around the world.
Your Impact: December Solstice 2019
Bill Nye revels in 4 decades of bringing space to everyone, and we celebrate our global membership.
Your Impact: September Equinox 2019
Your LightSail 2 spacecraft is in space, controlling its orbit solely on the power of sunlight.
Your Impact: June Solstice 2019
The first of two new columns rounds up all the ways Society members are making a difference for space.