Buy an electric vehicle to save the planet they said...The pollution from a SpaceX launch can be significant, primarily due to the rocket fuel used. Here are some key points:

1. **Rocket Propellants** : SpaceX's Falcon 9 rockets primarily use RP-1 (a refined form of kerosene) and liquid oxygen (LOX). The combustion of RP-1 produces carbon dioxide (CO2), water vapor (H2O), carbon monoxide (CO), and various other hydrocarbons and particulates. The total CO2 emissions from a single Falcon 9 launch are estimated to be around 200-300 metric tons.

2. **Upper Atmosphere Impact** : Rockets release emissions directly into the upper atmosphere, where they can have more potent effects on ozone depletion and climate change compared to ground-level emissions.

3. **Particulates** : Rocket launches can also release aluminum oxide and black carbon particles, which contribute to atmospheric pollution and can affect both the stratosphere and the climate.

4. **Reusability** : SpaceX's emphasis on reusability (e.g., reusing the Falcon 9 first stage) helps to reduce the overall environmental impact compared to expendable rockets.

Why TF isn't SpaceX electric? 👀