Scientists Warn Against Launching 4,000 Space Mirrors to Reflect Sunlight
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Reflect Orbital, a startup planning to deploy a large array of space mirrors to reflect sunlight to paying customers, faces criticism from astronomers due to potential light pollution and environmental impacts. The company has yet to launch its mirrors but has secured FCC licensing for a demo in 2026 and a US Air Force contract, targeting high-paying clients for various uses, including national defense and advertising.
Topics:science#astronomical-impact#reflect-orbital#satellites#science-and-technology#space-mirrors#sunlight-reflection
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