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Scientists Warn Satellite Mirrors Could Disrupt Sleep, Ecosystems

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A new study highlights the potential negative impacts of satellite mirror projects aimed at illuminating areas with reflected sunlight. Scientists warn that the artificial light produced could disrupt the sleep patterns of humans and animals, as well as interfere with various ecological processes. The intensity and duration of the reflected light could have far-reaching consequences for both urban and natural environments.

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The Guardian English 5 apr. 2026, 14:49 (acum 5 ore)

Satellite mirror plans could disrupt sleep and ecosystems worldwide, scientists say

Letters to US agency raise concerns over tech firms’ plans to use reflective satellites and expand numbers in low Earth orbitProposals to deploy reflective mirrors and up to 1m more satellites in low Earth orbit could have far-reaching consequences for human health and ecosystems, leading sleep and circadian rhythm researchers have said.Presidents of four international scientific societies representing about 2,500 researchers from more than 30 countries are among those who have raised concerns i

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