The world perspective has turned into a garbage dump! There are 100 trillion stray parts that pose a danger

Scientists have called for a legally binding agreement to ensure that Earth’s orbit is not irreparably damaged by future expansion of the global space industry.

While the number of orbiting satellites is expected to increase from 9,000 today to over 60,000 by 2030, estimates currently have more than 100 trillion untraceable fragments of old satellites around the planet. The solution to this problem lies in global cooperation. In a new article published by scientists in the journal Science, it was stated that a legally binding agreement should be made. A treaty involving 200 countries was recently adopted for another space, the oceans, if not the Earth’s window to space. Scientists underline that such an agreement is essential.

Earth’s orbit has become a “mega” dump

While the scientists acknowledge that a number of companies and countries are working on more sustainable satellite technologies, they say this is not a problem that can be solved with just a few actors. In the published article, it is underlined that the manufacturer and user are responsible for the debris that the satellites will create from the moment they are launched, and that they must be removed.

A research fellow at the University of Plymouth, Dr. Imogen Napper led the newly published study, saying: “Plastic pollution and the many other issues facing our oceans are now receiving global attention. But collaborative action has been limited and implementation has progressed slowly. Now with a similar situation with the accumulation of space litter. Considering what we have learned from the high seas, we can avoid making the same mistakes and work collectively to prevent the tragedy of the commons in space.”

It is said that as a result of the irresponsible filling of the Earth’s orbit, scientific studies may be disrupted or much more expensive. It is stated that the size of the material damage caused by these debris may be high. On the other hand, satellites are vital for human health, economy, security and the Earth itself. However, irresponsible use can have irreversible effects, just like in the oceans and open seas. In fact, the word “could give birth” should not be used, if there is no solution, it will give birth.

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