The Journal of Space Commerce

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The Ethics of Orbit

Who’s Responsible for Cleaning Up Space Debris?

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Mike Turner
Aug 25, 2025
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Space Junk and Orbital Debris orbiting a cresent Earth

In the vast expanse of low Earth orbit, a silent crisis unfolds: millions of fragments from defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and collision debris threaten the sustainability of space activities. As satellite constellations proliferate—driven by commercial ventures like broadband networks—the …

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