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

EarthJustice has petitioned the FCC to investigate licensing requests for orbital data centers and require an environmental review.

The group argues the proposed projects may violate federal law and could cause broad atmospheric harm.

Scientists warn large-scale orbital data centers could worsen climate impacts, ozone depletion, and stratospheric pollution.

The request adds new regulatory scrutiny for plans tied to low Earth orbit infrastructure from major tech and space players.