This study evaluates the potential benefits, challenges, and options for NASA to engage with growing global interest in space-based solar power (SBSP). Utilizing SBSP entails in-space …

Dec 15, 2025 · As a result, we’re unsure what the impacts may be to Earth’s weather, climate, and (ultimately) its inhabitants. To consider low-Earth orbit within an emerging environmental …

While space-based solar power (SBSP) offers the promise of clean, continuous energy, it also introduces a range of environmental and safety questions that must be carefully addressed.

3 days ago · As satellites crowd the lower atmosphere, scientists increasingly worry about the consequences.

Nov 24, 2024 · The review article also evaluates the environmental and social implications of SBSP, including space debris management, ecological impacts, energy accessibility, and …

Jun 16, 2025 · Furthermore, concerns about space debris, the environmental impact of frequent launches, and the potential for geopolitical tensions surrounding access to space-based …

Nov 3, 2024 · The increased presence of solar-powered satellites in space raises concerns about satellite traffic management and the risk of collisions in orbital space, further complicating the …

Mar 12, 2025 · The growing presence of greenhouse gases (GHGs) in Earth’s atmosphere is not just a terrestrial concern; new research suggests it significantly affects the sustainability of …

Jan 12, 2025 · Explore the ESG implications of Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP) and its potential impact on global energy systems, environmental sustainability, social equity, and …

6 days ago · With hundreds of satellites launched each year and tens of thousands more planned, scientists are increasingly concerned about an emerging problem: emissions from the fuels …