Space junk, a danger to space exploration.

[Brian37]

Yes.

The phenomenon is even named after some one who thought of it first/a while ago, 'Kessler'.

My thoughts are that 'If' the problem becomes worse. We will simply build vessels 'Tough' enough to withstand the near orbit environment.

Not necessarily 'armored' ships. Just 'Wipple' sheilds will do for most stuff.

Heck if Oumuamua and Comet2I/Borisov are any indication we'll need such methods for building space vessels any way. 

Cheers.

Not at work.

That's possible. But doesn't that just kick the can down the road?

Even outside space exploration, humans have been "kicking the can down the road" on burning fossile fuels, and for far too long.