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US startup's plan to light Earth from space draws criticism
Original: Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws critcism
A US startup has demonstrated a way to reflect sunlight onto Earth at night using mirrors in orbit, imitating the reflection of the sun. The demonstration prompted pushback from some scientists, environmentalists and residents in California, who raised concerns about the effects of artificial sunlight at night on ecosystems, astronomy and communities below.
Why now: The unusual prospect of commercially lighting the ground from orbit has alarmed scientists and environmentalists, making the demonstration controversial news.
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- Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws critcism · The Guardian
Company imitates reflection of sun from mirrors, prompting pushback from some scientists, environmentalists and California locals
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