Space Junk Crisis: Is it a ticking time bomb?
2025-04-03
The European Space Agency's new short documentary, "Space Debris: Is it a Crisis?", highlights a concerning reality: millions of space debris particles, mostly from defunct satellites and rocket remnants, orbit Earth. The rise of satellite constellations exacerbates the issue, with collisions potentially disabling satellites and even posing a threat to Earth. The film notes that different orbits face varying risks, with communication, navigation, and climate monitoring satellites among the most vulnerable. While solutions are urgently needed, the documentary cautions against rushed approaches that may inadvertently create new problems.