Looking In: Letters to the Editor Spaceport America Designed Sustainably

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Regarding Gilbert Mireles' Dec. 3 letter, "Spaceport backers sold out the Ro": Environmental stewardship and sustainability is important to the state of New Mexico, which is why the world's first purpose-built commercial spaceport's terminal hangar facility at Spaceport America will qualify for the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification of Gold LEED status upon completion.

Mireles' letter contained some misperceptions about the spaceport and its impact on the environment, specifically area water resources. There were numerous studies performed on the operational requirements and the available water supply, and the ongoing water needs of the spaceport will be minimal.

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Looking In: Letters to the Editor Spaceport America Designed Sustainably

The New Mexico Spaceport Authority made public application for the water right...

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