US startup plans to launch 4,000 giant mirrors into space — and the reason might surprise you
A California startup plans to launch thousands of giant mirrors into orbit to bounce sunlight back to Earth after dark, creating "light on demand." While proponents cite benefits for energy and agriculture, scientists warn of catastrophic light pollution, disrupting wildlife and astronomical observations. The project faces significant environmental and scientific concerns.
A California startup plans to launch thousands of giant mirrors into orbit to bounce sunlight back to Earth after dark, creating "light on demand." While proponents cite benefits for energy and agriculture, scientists warn of catastrophic light pollution, disrupting wildlife and astronomical observations. The project faces significant environmental and scientific concerns.
