The number of satellites continues to explode to the ire of night sky advocates and astronomers

Added: 2026-05-06

The rapid expansion of satellite constellations, particularly with proposals like Starlink's plan to launch one million satellites, poses significant challenges for astronomers, photographers, and night sky enthusiasts who advocate for preserving dark sky regions. These advocacy groups, such as Dark Sky Colorado, work to protect certified dark sky places and encourage public engagement through grassroots efforts, including contacting legislators and companies to influence policy decisions regarding satellite deployment.