Is that a plane or a shooting star? The impact of satellites on our night sky

In recent years, the number of satellites orbiting the Earth has skyrocketed. Companies such as SpaceX and OneWeb are launching thousands of new satellites to provide internet connectivity across the globe. While this technology is undoubtedly beneficial, it is also causing a significant impact on stargazing, astronomy, and the ecology of our planet. In this blog post, we will explore the impact of satellite proliferation, the current state of regulation, and the solutions being developed to mitigate the negative impacts caused by such a massive amount of satellites.

The Impact of Satellite Proliferation