TANGO

Twin Anthropogenic Greenhouse Gas Observers (TANGO) mission will monitor CO2, CH4, and NO2 with high precision, combining cutting-edge atmospheric science, advanced instrument technology, and a cost-effective New Space approach. TANGO will be able to monitor sources responsible for around 75% of global emissions of methane. Led by ISISPACE, a consortium including TNO, KNMI, SRON, and 3D PLUS is expected to launch in early 2027.

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In 2016, the European Space Agency (ESA) approved the Dutch TANGO satellite mission, with ISISPACE serving as the mission’s lead integrator. TANGO aims to measure greenhouse gas emissions, including CO₂ and methane emissions, at their sources, such as power plants and factories. This mission builds upon the capabilities of its predecessor, TROPOMI, enhancing the monitoring of global methane emission sources from 5% to approximately 75%.

The mission will feature two 16U satellites, each equipped with advanced instruments, including magnetometers, a Langmuir probe, and GNSS receivers, to conduct precise magnetic and plasma measurements.