Policy · 1h ago
FCC Approves Controversial Space Mirror to Reflect Sunlight at Night
Reflect Orbital received FCC approval for a satellite network that reflects sunlight to Earth at night. Astronomers criticize the project for potentially increasing light pollution and interfering with observations. The company plans to launch a demonstration satellite soon.
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The approval raises questions about regulatory oversight of novel space technologies that could have unintended environmental consequences.
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FCC grants approval for sun-reflecting space mirror that's been widely criticized by astronomers →
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