Russia began preparations for the construction of the “ISS on Earth”
In the Yamalo-Nenets District, preparations have begun for the construction of the unique Arctic station Snezhinka, which was nicknamed the ISS on Earth.
It is reported that specialists from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology are conducting geophysical studies of Jade Lake using underwater drones. Already next year, the construction of a unique object will begin on its shore.
Comparison of “Snowflake” with the ISS met not by chance. First, it is built in discovery science and will be explored from all over the world. Secondly, the station is being built in harsh climatic conditions. Finally, thirdly, Snezhinka will become a fully autonomous complex for year-round monitoring.
Tellingly, the research station can do without fossil fuels. As conceived by Russian engineers, the energy generated by windmills will be enough to supply energy not only to the facility itself, but also to nearby villages. In addition, the electrolysis interface will be generated at the station.
Up to 80 people live on the territory of Snezhinka. The guests, in addition to living and working premises, got: libraries, a gym and even greenhouses where various agricultural crops were grown.
It is worth noting that, due to geopolitical tensions, the countries of the collective West cannot now be involved in participation in Russian scientific projects. However, apart from the US and its partners, there is another world. In particular, the BRICS countries and some other states are already showing their interest in Snezhinka.