Space-based solar power plants a reality in 30 years?

The video discusses the concept of space solar power, where a power plant collects solar energy in space and transmits it to Earth using microwaves. It highlights the challenges of energy loss due to Earth's rotation and atmospheric filtering. The video explains the benefits of orbiting power plants, which can collect more energy by operating outside the atmosphere. It also explores the potential for space solar power to support missions beyond Earth and suggests that the technology could be economically viable in 30 years.

In what ways can space solar power be utilized beyond Earth?

When do scientists predict that the technology for solar power transmission will be economically viable?