Experts suggest space junk cleanup should mirror ocean conservation strategies

Experts propose that cleaning up space junk should follow strategies used in ocean conservation. They suggest international collaboration and accountability for debris producers to restore Earth's orbit. The researchers recommend creating incentives for companies to reduce orbital debris and developing international laws. They emphasize the need for the United Nations to establish a new sustainable development goal focused on space conservation. This approach aims to treat Earth's orbit as a limited resource, similar to efforts made for ocean cleanup. The authors highlight that both environments face the challenge of increasing debris.