Helium 3 could potentially be a revolutionary energy source that doesn't pollute like fossil fuels, and scientists want to extract it from the moon to use here on Earth.
The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite. Even though we know a great deal about it, the Moon still has plenty of secrets left. Rich in Helium 3 and within touching distance of the earth, learn how our closest neighbour came into being.
The moon, not Mars, has been suggested as the site of the first human colony in space. But before any normal folk can set up camp, it will need to be visited many times by scientists.
Planning for more advanced missions to other destinations in space pose new challenges for space suit engineers. Find out why the space suits worn to the moon aren't going to be right for Mars exploration
The most important star humanity has ever known, and worshipped throughout history, the sun is constantly providing our heat and light from 92 million miles away. But what happens if the sun dies?
Might it possible to one day live off the land and use the resources on the moon's surface? First, a sustainable lunar colony must be able to withstand the harsh conditions on the moon.