Physicist warns of crowded skies as satellite plans soar

Physicist Laura Grego has raised concerns about the rapid increase in satellites and the lack of regulation in space. In a recent interview, she warned that the average person’s experience of space will soon change dramatically. Currently, space is home to thousands of satellites, but plans exist for tens of thousands more. SpaceX, for example, has applied to launch up to one million satellites. Grego highlighted the danger of space debris, which can cause chain reactions and damage other satellites. She also noted issues with nuclear weapons and military activities in space. The physicist emphasized that public awareness needs to catch up with these developments. Space is becoming more crowded and contested, yet there are few global rules to manage it. Grego called for greater international cooperation to prevent accidents and conflicts. She believes people must understand what is happening above them. As satellite networks expand, the night sky will look different, and the risks will grow. Grego urged policymakers and the public to pay attention to space governance before it is too late.