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Starlink connects 140 Amazon schools to satellite internet
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Starlink connects 140 Amazon schools to satellite internet

TL;DR

  • •140 Amazon schools gain satellite internet
  • •Partnership with Redes do Futuro
  • •14,000+ students benefit from digital learning

Why it matters

The project addresses internet infrastructure gaps in remote areas where traditional networks are impractical due to dense forests and challenging geography.

Technical Details

Starlink has connected 140 schools in Brazil's Amazon region to high-speed satellite internet, providing over 14,000 students with access to online education. The initiative is a collaboration with the non-profit Redes do Futuro.

Context and Background

The Amazon region's dense forests and remote geography make traditional internet infrastructure costly and logistically difficult. Previously, these areas lacked stable connectivity or had severely limited broadband access.

Industry Impact

Starlink highlighted that satellite internet enables rapid deployment in hard-to-reach regions without requiring terrestrial networks. In early 2024, Brazil reached a milestone with Starlink connecting over 1 million people to reliable high-speed internet, including areas previously without connectivity.