Elon Musk and NASA Plan ISS Ocean Crash by 2031

The International Space Station (ISS) is set for a controlled deorbit into the South Pacific Ocean in 2031, raising concerns about potential environmental impacts on Earth's atmosphere and oceans. While the ISS's reentry is not expected to significantly contribute to ocean pollution compared to other human activities, its atmospheric impact is less understood. NASA has contracted SpaceX to develop a deorbit vehicle for the ISS, but the lack of an international legal framework for space hardware disposal remains a concern. Environmental groups and researchers are calling for more regulations to address these issues.