Startup Plans to Use Mirrors to Bring Sunlight at Night

A startup called Reflect Orbital has a plan to put 50,000 mirrors in space. This project aims to reflect sunlight down to Earth at night, allowing people to have access to sunlight even when it's dark. However, some astronomers are concerned about the impact this could have on the night sky and its effects on wildlife. This innovative idea could change how we think about energy use at night.

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