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I see it as a hedge against NIMBYs. If terrestrial data centers literally can't be built then orbital is cheaper by definition. If not, just don't build them.
by wmf 4mo ago
I see it as a hedge against NIMBYs. If terrestrial data centers literally can't be built then orbital is cheaper by definition. If not, just don't build them.
- Atotalnoob 4mo agoWorse, it’s “don’t worry, the next data centers will be in space, so it’s okay if the ones we are building right now destroy the environment, there won’t be anymore!” It’s the exact tactic he used with California HSR
- wmf 4mo agoI don't see anyone making that argument and we shouldn't allow it. The "temporary" generators are bad enough.