This study evaluates the potential benefits, challenges, and options for NASA to engage with growing global interest in space-based solar power (SBSP). . Extraterrestrial Power Ltd. is aiming to be the electricity provider of the solar system via energy production utilizing in Situ Resources. Get in touch. . But nuclear energy is limited in its ability to scale and also creates serious health hazards for near-Earth operation. 3 In this paper, we make the case for space-based solar power (SSP) megaprojects as relatively low-cost, scalable, renewable, and always-on power source for on-and-off world. . Our VISION is to deliver affordable power to humanity in space.
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