“Space Operational Energy is a growing focus for us. We hope to host industry days and create avenues for collaboration with industry partners in the near future,” an Air Force spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
The DoD's increasing focus on space-based solar power reflects growing energy demands for military operations and the maturation of related technologies, coupled with a strategic imperative to secure diverse energy sources.
This initiative could provide a resilient, continuous energy supply for global military operations, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and vulnerable terrestrial infrastructure, thereby enhancing strategic autonomy.
The Department of Defense is actively pursuing space-based energy solutions, indicating a serious commitment to developing and deploying this technology rather than just researching it.
- · Aerospace & Defense contractors
- · Space launch providers
- · Materials science companies
- · Renewable energy R&D
- · Traditional fossil fuel logistics
- · Grid-dependent military bases
Increased investment and R&D in space-based energy transmission and receiving technologies.
Reduced logistical burdens and increased operational flexibility for deployed military forces globally.
Potential for dual-use technology development, leading to commercial space-based energy solutions for civilian power grids.
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