# FCC grants approval for sun-reflecting space mirror that's been widely criticized by astronomers - Engadget

> FCC grants approval for sun-reflecting space mirror that's been widely criticized by astronomers Reflect Orbital wants to direct sunlight at night with a network of satellites.

- **Source:** [Engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2212600/fcc-grants-approval-for-sun-reflecting-space-mirror/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a51634efdbdfe93eb6caf6f)
- **Published:** 2026-07-10
- **Category:** Science
- **Tags:** #approval #astronomers #criticized #grants #mirror #reflect #reflecting #space
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