Gadgets: Environmental Impact of ISS Deorbit in 2031 Raises Concerns on Oceans and Atmosphere

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Environmental Impact of ISS Deorbit in 2031 Raises Concerns on Oceans and Atmosphere

The International Space Station (ISS) is set for a controlled deorbit in 2031, with plans to disintegrate over the South Pacific's remote Point Nemo. While NASA's approach aims to reduce risks, concerns have been raised about the environmental impacts. Researchers highlight potential effects on Earth's upper atmosphere, which remain poorly understood. Greenpeace a...

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