ABOUT
The sustainable development of the space sector for the benefit of society is one of the key objectives of the European Space Agency (ESA). This is why in 2012 the Space or Sustainability Award was launched under the auspices of the
European Interparliamentary Space Conference (EISC). Then, after 12 successful editions and 24 project-ideas rewarded, the Space for Sustainability Award is thrilled to become the 'European Space for Sustainability Award' and welcome the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI) in its organisation. ESPI will contribute to the development of the winning idea by supporting its policy impact.
The competition is for young students and professionals to present innovative project ideas on how the space industry can have a positive impact on the world. The objective is to raise awareness, ideas, and broaden the debate around the sustainable development of the space sector.
Initiatives like this one are especially valuable in the face of climate change and environmental challenges, the growing expectations citizen's have for their institutions to take action in this matter.
On the one hand, ESA must augment the contribution of space programs to the sustainable development of society and limit the environmental impact of their use.
On the other hand, the agency must reduce the environmental footprint of its activities and operations.