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Esrange Space Center

Esrange Space Center is a research and testing facility located near Kiruna in Sweden. Established in 1964, it plays a crucial role in space exploration by launching sounding rockets and high-altitude balloons for atmospheric research and technology testing. Esrange supports international space missions and projects, providing a platform for scientific experiments beyond the Earth's atmosphere. It's known for its remote location, which allows for minimal air traffic interference during launches. The center is also involved in satellite technology and contributes to advancing our understanding of the environment and climate through its research activities.