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Perovskite Startup Targets Orbital Data Centers and Constellations
Verde Technologies, a perovskite solar panel startup, is shifting its focus from terrestrial applications to space, targeting orbital data centers and large constellations. The company believes its technology is well-suited for space due to its high power-to-weight ratio, radiation tolerance, and flexible form factor. With hundreds of gigawatts of demand anticipated in the coming years, Verde is optimizing its materials and processes for the space environment, according to SpaceNews.