The Type of Orbital Data Centers That Billionaires Want to Launch Into Space Would Wreak Ecological Catastrophe, Scientists Warn

Billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos have proposed launching data centers into low-earth orbit, but scientists warn this could cause severe environmental harm. A petition urges the US FCC to investigate these licensing requests due to potential violations of federal law and ecological risks. The petition highlights threats including atmospheric pollution and damage to climate and human health.