Resources

About EPFD Limits: The Outdated Regulations Governing Modern Satellite Systems

This explainer demonstrates how EPFD limits work and how these outdated regulations limit the potential of modern satellite systems.

Modernizing EPFD Limits: A Widely Embraced Approach Across the Satellite Ecosystem

In this one-pager, see the diverse stakeholders who support modernizing EPFD limits to improve broadband capacity, increase competition and lower consumer costs.

About the Alliance for Satellite Broadband

In this one-pager, learn more about the mission of the Alliance for Satellite Broadband.

Myth vs. Fact: Modernizing EPFD Limits

This one-pager addresses several myths about the implications of modernizing EPFD limits for both NGSO and GSO systems.

FCC Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz on the Benefits of Modernizing EPFD Limits

FCC Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz highlights how modernizing EPFD limits can improve the broadband quality provided by NGSOs while protecting GSO systems.

Fierce Network: Power Limits Are Now a Key Hurdle for LEO Growth

In this Fierce Network article, Masha Abarinova describes how satellite power limits are a key bottleneck for NGSO deployment.

Unlocking Growth in the SADC: Harnessing the Potential of NGSO Systems

This report highlights how broadband connectivity, powered by NGSOs, can drive growth and sustainable development across the Southern African Development Community.

CCIA Blog: Securing Our Space Future: Why U.S. Leadership at WRC-27 and the ITU is Non-Negotiable

In this blog post, CCIA argues that the U.S. should lead the charge at WRC-27 on modernizing EPFD limits.

Big Tent Letter: Third Party Groups Ask FCC to Update EPFD Limits

In a letter to FCC Chairman Carr, a bipartisan group of 14 signatories urge the Commission to update EPFD limits.

Widespread Support for Modernizing EPFD Limits

In various FCC filings, there is widespread support from NGOs, trade groups and think tanks for revisiting EPFD limits.

Support from Satellite Operators

Several satellite operators acknowledge an openness to revisiting EPFD limits in their recent comments to the FCC.

Economic Study from the Phoenix Center

This study from the Phoenix Center examines the economic rationale for modernizing EPFD limits to maximize market competition and consumer welfare.

CCIA Blog: Push it to the (EPFD) Limit: Satellite Broadband Hurdles Progress

A blog post from CCIA argues that the FCC’s proposed overhaul of EPFD limits is a critical step for unlocking the potential of satellite broadband.

Closing the Digital Divide in the EU: The Promise of LEO Satellite Broadband

A 2025 study by Analysis Mason estimates up to 4.2 million people could be served by LEO satellite constellations by 2030.

Alliance for Satellite Broadband Statement on EPFD Decision at WRC-23

The Alliance for Satellite Broadband released a statement in response to the decision at WRC-23 to invite studies of EPFD limits and report the results to WRC-27.

The Economic Benefits of Updating Regulations That Unnecessarily Limit Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit Systems: Part II

In this paper, Furchtgott-Roth debunks claims that updating EPFD limits would harm innovation or competition.

AEI Blog: Global Spectrum Harmonization: Unleashing the Potential of LEO Satellites for Worldwide Connectivity

In this op-ed, Shane Tews of the AEI argues that satellite internet needs modernized regulations in order to continue to grow.

Amazon & SpaceX Joint FCC Filing on EPFD Limits

Amazon and SpaceX jointly filed at the FCC asking for the Commission’s continued support on the EPFD future agenda item at WRC-23.

Launch of the Alliance for Satellite Broadband

This press release announces the launch of the Alliance for Satellite Broadband.

The Economic Benefits of Updating Regulations that Unnecessarily Limit Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit Systems

Harold Furchtgott-Roth writes that updating EPFD limits would result in between $10 billion and $100 billion in economic benefits to customers.

NGSO Satellite Systems and Closing the Digital Divide

This one-pager explains how NGSO satellites are key to closing the digital divide and connecting many of the 2.7 billion people who still remain offline.