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Wanted to share a bit of the excellent Q&A from yesterday's seminar, hosted by AIAA Journal's Tom Shih. Here, we discuss what would comprise the structure of a sustainable, circular space economy. My full seminar, The Case for Space Environmentalism, is now available at the link below. Level ⬆️! https://lnkd.in/eYQVAUwm #spaceenvironmentalism #aiaa #seminarseries

The UN Sustainable Development Goals: are they indeed achievable? Not without the fifth element, space! Read more in my new article for Becoming Spacepolitans Blog about the revised Space4Earth page! #SDGs #SDG18 #sustainability #Space4Earth #becomingspacepolitans https://lnkd.in/dKCr5u4s

🌍 Embracing a Circular Space Economy for a Sustainable Future 🚀 🌌 The Circular Space Economy: A New Frontier A circular space economy focuses on reusing, recycling, and reducing waste, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently. This shift is crucial for sustainable space activities. 🌍 Sustainable Ventures Beyond Earth Establishing a circular space economy reduces space debris and promotes resource sustainability. Goals like the ESA’s Zero Debris Charter aim for ‘net debris zero’ by 2030, making space activities eco-friendly. ⚙️ Technical and Legal Challenges Transitioning involves overcoming technical and legal hurdles. Innovations in additive manufacturing and new materials are essential. Clear regulations and international cooperation are needed to manage liabilities and ensure compliance with sustainability goals. 💰 Economic Incentives and Collaboration Economic considerations are pivotal. Investing in R&D for sustainable technologies can be costly, but the long-term benefits are immense. Collaborative efforts among international space agencies and private entities are key. 🚀 The Path Forward Achieving a circular space economy requires global cooperation and political leadership. Regulators must enforce circular practices, and financial incentives should support sustainable technology development. With concerted efforts, we can secure a sustainable future in space. #SpaceEconomyMaster #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceEconomyInstitute #Space

🌱 Earth Day 2024: Space Sustainability Starts on Earth! 🌍 Happy Earth Day! Today, as we celebrate the beauty and resilience of our planet, it's crucial to remember that our efforts to protect Earth extend far beyond its atmosphere. #EarthDay is a powerful reminder that space sustainability begins here on our home planet. 🚀 The space domain is in the foreground in balancing innovation with environmental responsibility. That's why, earlier this year, we ranked some of the UK space companies considering their sustainable practices and eco-friendly approaches. 🔍 What UK companies should be added to the list? Write in comments the space firms and their ecological initiatives. Tap the link to see the FULL Ranking 👇 https://lnkd.in/g3vDiX4h

Exploring New Space Business Opportunities and their Environmental Impact @ IMD tonight, thanks to Emmanuelle David’s brillant and enlightening presentation. - Impact of space activities is much broader than space debris floating above our heads: Like for all environnemental impact assessments, the whole cycle of concerned products or/and services should be considered. - Before claiming sustainability for outer space activities, their actual impact should first be well understood and measured. Without this base line, any claimed sustainability achievements might lack of robust substantiation and sound more like #greenwashing as a result. #IMD #reallearningrealimpact #NewSpaceForum #IMDAlumni #SustainableVenturesinSpace

A long-term sustainability of outer space activities is critical. Biding or voluntary rules? #outerspace #sustainability

I think Space Based SSA Capabilities are main roles to coduct Space sustainability.

Space Sustainability: A Balancing Act for Future Generations - yTech Space Sustainability: A Balancing Act for Future Generations  yTech

➡ In the infinite depths of space, is a future aimed at sustainability possible? ➡ Amidst such colossal technological projects and collaborations, does the space industry stand apart from the concept of sustainability or does it possess a synergy? #SpaceSustainability #TheFutureIsNow #Exploration #Sustainability #Space

I recently drafted a charter for a circular space economy and wanted to share a brief synopsis on what went in it. The charter can be checked out in its entirety over on my new Medium page at the link below. Level ⬆️! 🤙🏾 https://lnkd.in/gigJXwgg #circulareconomy #spaceeconomy #sustainability #ancientTEK