Reflect Orbital just got permission to launch its 1st space mirror to orbit. Tens of thousands more could follow - Space
The FCC has granted Reflect Orbital permission to launch a satellite designed to beam sunlight to Earth. The company plans to deploy thousands of these space mirrors by 2035.
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Represents a significant shift in space commercialization and potential environmental impacts of orbital light-reflecting technology.
Satellites The FCC just gave Reflect Orbital permission to launch its 1st space mirror to orbit. Tens of thousands more could follow News By Mike Wall Published 13 July 2026 "We're excited to demonstrate how our technology works and to introduce transformative, clean technology the world urgently needs."
The article reports on regulatory approval and company goals without taking a stance on the technology's controversy.
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