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The Space Frontier Foundation publishes ongoing updates, analysis, and commentary on space development, policy, and emerging technologies.
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Fighting for Commercial Space Stations
The clock is ticking. In 2030, the International Space Station will be deorbited. Instead of backing US companies that have already invested over $2 billion to replace it, NASA is proposing to build another government-owned station. The Space Frontier Foundation responded, forcefully. Read what we told them, why it matters, and make sure Washington hears it. Our team is already in Hill offices and on the public record fighting for commercial space stations — but that depends
Space Solar Power Gains Ground Across Energy, Defense, and Data Markets
This edition of the SSP Bulletin highlights growing momentum for space-based solar power across energy, defense, data centers, and lunar operations, including major funding rounds, wireless power demonstrations, strategic policy attention, and new engagement between the space and energy sectors.
Space Solar Power Moves Toward Mainstream Energy Markets
This edition of the SSP Bulletin highlights growing commercial and policy momentum for space-based solar power, including new SBSP startups, wireless power advances, UK grid-integration research, solar array innovations, and use cases tied to global energy security.
House Advances NASA Reauthorization Amendment Supporting Commercial Human Presence in Space
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Science, Space, and Technology Committee approved an amendment to the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 declaring that United States policy requires the fullest possible commercial use of space and a growing and enduring human presence beyond Earth. The amendment was offered by Space Subcommittee Chair Mike Haridopolos (R-Fl-8) and co-sponsored by Science Ranking Member George Whitesides, along with Reps Nick Begich, Mike Kennedy, Mat
The American People Want Space Innovation
A national survey of registered voters shows broad support for reusable rockets and growing openness to commercial launch providers, signaling public readiness for a modernized U.S. space program.
Wireless Power Milestones and Orbital Energy Breakthroughs
This edition of the SSP Bulletin highlights major milestones in wireless power transmission, new orbital energy partnerships, and continued progress toward scalable space-based solar power systems.
Major Awards, Breakthroughs, and SSP Market Momentum
This edition of the SSP Bulletin highlights major industry awards, wireless power milestones, new funding announcements, and continued commercial momentum in space-based solar power.
For ongoing coverage focused specifically on space-based solar power, read the SSP Newsletter or follow updates on Substack.
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