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Space mirror startup Reflect Orbital's plans to launch satellites that reflect sunlight for solar power could disrupt astronomy and risk eye damage, drawing warnings from astronomers.
The FCC has cleared Reflect Orbital to launch its first space mirror satellite, Eärendil-1, which will reflect sunlight to Earth at night despite strong opposition from astronomers concerned about light pollution.
The US FCC has approved Reflect Orbital's Eärendil-1 mirror satellite, which will reflect sunlight to Earth at night for solar energy and other uses, sparking criticism from astronomers and environmental advocates over light pollution.