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Planned 1.7 million satellites 'devastating' for astronomy: Study

Planned 1.7 million satellites 'devastating' for astronomy: Study

A study by the European Southern Observatory warns that the rapid expansion of satellite constellations could render critical ground-based research impossible. Scientists are urging the FCC to implement strict regulatory limits to protect the night sky.

Science ·2 Jul 2026, 09:01 ·Niko Vale 3 min read