This NPR podcast episode explores SpaceX's rapid increase in Starship launches and the environmental impact of this surge at its Texas launch site. The frequent launches, combined with early failures to implement adequate environmental protections, have harmed the local ecosystem. With a potential second Trump administration on the horizon, we may see a relaxation of environmental regulations and a shift in government funding towards SpaceX. While this could speed up Starship's development, it raises concerns about the environmental costs involved.
