Sunlight is very important for human life. We cannot imagine living a day without sunlight. While sunlight illuminates our surroundings during the day, have you ever imagined it illuminate the surroundings at night? While the idea may seem impossible, or like a scene straight out of a sci-fi movie, it may no longer be far-fetched. Reflect Orbital, a California-based space startup, are attempting to bring this plan to life. They plan on selling sunlight to customers, which can be used even after the sun has set. This idea has everyone talking about it and search engines buzzing with terms and trends like ‘Reflect Orbital selling sunlight,’ ‘US firm selling sunlight,’ and ‘sunlight at night.’ According to the organisation’s mission statement, it is mentioned that the company is developing technology that can help provide sunlight to those who may need it even at night. But how will the plan be brought to fruition? Read on to know all about it. Elon Musk Thinks Solar Energy Is Very Much Underestimated in Terms of Its Capability.

So how exactly is the California space start-up planning on providing people with sunlight after dark? The pioneering company is planning on changing and revolutionising the way people experience light. Reflect Orbital plans on harnessing the immense potential and power of the sun to deliver sunlight directly to Earth even after the sun has set. Their innovative idea will involve the use of advanced satellites, which will be equipped with large and reflective mirrors. This will then be sent into space. These massive mirrors will capture the sunlight from the sun and redirect it to specific locations on Earth. What makes this idea even more interesting is that people will be able to request for the sunlight through an app, just like one would order food through an app. Reflect Orbital will then coordinate the satellite’s position and deliver the sunlight to the particular location.

Reflect Orbital Selling Sunlight

California Firm Selling Sunlight

But how does this idea help? This technology will help us reduce how much we currently rely on traditional energy sources. In addition, it also aims to improve mood and focus and make public areas safer. Reflect Orbital is planning on launching its first satellite in 2025. At present, the technology is being refined and logistics to deliver the sunlight to specific locations are being worked upon. On the company’s website, you can ‘reserve a spot of light’ by simply clicking on the ‘apply for sunshine’ button. The sunshine applications close on October 23, 2024 (12 AM PT). India Becomes World's Third Largest Solar Power Generator, Overtakes Japan, Global Energy Think Tank Ember Reports.

Through the detailed information and simulation videos on the company’s website, users and those who wish to apply for sunlight are given an idea of what the product will be. It gives people an idea of what having sunlight anytime and anywhere might look like. Though it may seem shocking, it is also a cool idea that is interesting.

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