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Eutelsat Earns Platinum for Sustainable Space Practices

5/17/2025

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Around 35,000 human-made objects circle our planet, with a staggering one-third still operational as satellites. However, the remaining debris threatens potential collisions. In response, the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR) was introduced in 2021 to evaluate operators on their efforts to minimize debris. Eutelsat Group shone brightly with a platinum rating, showcasing their commitment to sustainable space practices.

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Story summary

Around 35,000 human-made objects circle our planet, with a staggering one-third still operational as satellites. However, the remaining debris threatens potential collisions. In response, the Space Sustainability Rating (SSR) was introduced in 2021 to evaluate operators on their efforts to minimize debris. Eutelsat Group shone brightly with a platinum rating, showcasing their commitment to sustainable space practices.