Space Exploration's Hidden Environmental Costs: Debris and Climate Impact

Scientists warn that the increasing amount of space debris in Earth's orbit poses a significant threat, potentially leading to the Kessler syndrome, where collisions create more debris, making parts of space unusable. With over 10,200 active satellites and millions of debris pieces, the risk of collisions is rising, especially in low Earth orbit. Experts urge immediate action and regulation to prevent a 'tragedy of the commons' scenario, where individual actions deplete shared resources, affecting scientific research and cultural experiences like stargazing.