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Orbital Data Centers Raise E-Waste and Cooling Concerns

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These developments could reshape data center sustainability and space debris management, affecting both tech infrastructure and environmental policy.

SpaceX's orbital data center plans could create a new category of e-waste, while Starcloud raised $250 million for similar projects. A novel cooling method using urine is being explored to reduce water consumption in data centers.

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Ars Technica

SpaceX’s orbital data centers would create a new category of e-waste

OK, can we actually cool data centers with our pee?

Starcloud raises $250 million for orbital data centers as launch options dry up

85d ago

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