"Point Nemo: The Final Resting Place for the ISS and Satellites"

Point Nemo, also known as the "pole of inaccessibility," is a remote location in the Pacific Ocean where retired spacecraft, including satellites and space stations, are intentionally sunk. The International Space Station (ISS) is set to join the satellite graveyard in 2031. Sinking spacecraft into the ocean is done to prevent the accumulation of space debris in Earth's orbit, which poses a collision risk. Point Nemo is chosen due to its remoteness and wide area for safe landings. However, concerns about ocean pollution and the potential release of pollutants during re-entry have raised questions about the safety and environmental impact of this practice.