"The Unseen Cost of Endless Satellite Streams Burning Up in the Sky"

SpaceX plans to dispose of 100 Starlink satellites due to a design flaw, raising concerns about the environmental impact of satellite disposal in the Earth's atmosphere. Atmospheric scientists worry about potential ozone-depleting metals from spacecraft in the stratosphere and the impact on Earth's upper atmosphere. While satellite operators must prove low human-hit rates for re-entry, concerns remain about the environmental effects. Research is ongoing to understand the impact of spacecraft particles on the ozone layer and climate, highlighting the need for rigorous and focused scientific evidence to inform decisions.