A Big Night Light in the Sky? Start-Up Wants to Launch a Space Mirror

3 Quarks Daily3/13/2026

Summary

A start-up company plans to launch 50,000 large mirrors into orbit around Earth. These mirrors would reflect sunlight to the night side of the planet, aiming to power solar farms after sunset, provide lighting for rescue workers, and illuminate city streets. Scientists have raised questions about the project.

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