Australia and China compete in emerging space-based solar power race
By
Chris Zappone
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Summary
Australia is entering a competitive space race with China focused on space-based solar power generation. A US-Australia joint venture, Solar Space Technologies (SST), has proposed building an orbiting solar-powered satellite network that could be operational within eight years. China reportedly has a well-funded team pursuing similar technology. The article explores how the climate crisis could be the catalyst driving this competition for clean energy from space, highlighting the emerging international rivalry and the existing technological feasibility.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledAustralia faces the prospect of a space race with China – not to the moon, but to the benefits of solar power generated in orbit.
A US-Australia joint venture called Solar Space Technologies (SST) has drawn up an extensive plan to build an orbiting solar-power-generated satellite network that could be operational in eight years.
The technology exists. The international rivalry is emerging. Could the climate be the catalyst that propels Australia into a race with China for the prize of clean energy from space.
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