Study warns of environmental impact from Starlink satellites

gizmodo.com.au

A study warns of an eight-fold increase in harmful oxides due to internet satellites like SpaceX's Starlink. With over 6,000 Starlink satellites launched and plans for 42,000, concerns arise over the environmental impact of satellite reentry. Reentering satellites increase aluminum oxide levels by 29.5%, potentially depleting Earth's ozone layer. Regulations are needed to address the environmental impact of the growing space industry.


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