FCC is reviewing Reflect's Earendil-1 satellite that beams sunlight
The FCC is looking at Reflect Orbital's plan to launch Earendil-1, a satellite that could literally send sunlight down to Earth after dark.
The company filed its application in 2025, and now the review process is underway.
If all goes well, the company says it may test satellites pending approval.
The satellite will help boost solar energy usage
Earendil-1 isn't just about cool space tech: it's designed to boost solar farm output without needing more land or gear.
Reflect Orbital hopes to sell "sunlight after dark," making clean energy available when people actually need it most.
Reflect Orbital is committed to being open and predictable
Reflect Orbital says it is committed to being open and predictable. It will avoid shining light near observatories and want astronomers involved in testing the idea.
Public comments on the project were submitted, so now it's a waiting game for what happens next.