An Image of the Australian Desert Illuminates Satellite Pollution
a year ago
- #astronomy
- #satellite pollution
- #light pollution
- Joshua Rozells captured satellite trails in his star trail photos in the Pinnacles Desert, Western Australia.
- He created a composite image from 343 photos to highlight increasing satellite pollution in the night sky.
- SpaceX's Starlink and other companies have launched over 10,000 satellites, with plans for tens of thousands more.
- Astronomers warn that unregulated satellite proliferation worsens light pollution and hinders astronomical research.
- Organizations like the International Astronomical Union are advocating for night sky protection and regulation.