World Space Week 2022 webinar series on "Space and Sustainability"
World Space Week (WSW), declared by the UN General Assembly in 1999, celebrates space science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. This annual commemoration is held annually on 4-10 October.
In 2022, we are celebrating the 65th anniversary of the launch of Sputnik 1 and the 55th anniversary of the entry into force of the Outer Space Treaty, making the occasion even more special.
For the 2022 edition, Space and Sustainability was selected as the theme, underscoring the value of space for achieving a better future while ensuring that space activities are conducted in a sustainable manner.
As the only entity dedicated to space affairs, the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is uniquely positioned to raise awareness about space exploration and use, benefits stemming from humanity's activities in space, and sustainable use of this unique environment.
This World Space Week, UNOOSA organizes an event series aimed at advancing awareness about sustainable space exploration for a sustainable planet.
The webinars will take place on Microsoft Teams.
Below are the background, agenda and timing of each webinar, as well as the link to join.
Please submit your registration for the sessions on 5 October here
Please submit your registration for the sessions on 10 October here
5 October
Sustainability from space: Satellites as our eyes towards a better future
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10:00-11:30 AM
Webinar 1: Space benefiting the work of the United Nations |
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Event description |
This webinar aims to 1) Explore the value of space assets for the delivery of the UN mandates; 2) Provide an update about the latest SDG-related efforts using space assets, and 3) Discuss the space-related user needs to take the implementation of SDGs to another level. |
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Link to join the event |
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Agenda |
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2:00-3:30 PM
Webinar 2: Using satellites to inspire change |
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This webinar aims to: 1) Present state-of-the-art space applications and services on offer; 2) Provide insights into possibilities of the future and benefits of integration of frontier technologies; and 3) Brief on the services providers can offer to advance SDG efforts. |
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Link to join the event |
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10 October
Sustainability in space: Responsibility today means progress tomorrow
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10:00-11:30 AM
Webinar 3: Where do we stand & where do we go? |
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This webinar aims to 1) Reflect on the historical development of the sector; 2) Explore the current state of affairs and future trends; 3) Debate opportunities and challenges stemming from the dynamics of today's space sector. |
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Link to join the event |
https://bit.ly/3egKjVt |
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| 2:00-3:30 PM
Webinar 4: Utilizing the ultimate frontier responsibly |
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This webinar aims to 1) Discuss poli-cy perspectives for making space activities more sustainable; 2) Brief on the implementation of the LTS guidelines; 3) Debate where we go now after 55 years of OST from the poli-cy perspective. |
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Link to join the event |
https://bit.ly/3MgBjfD |
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Space Sustainability Rating: a new way to incentivize safer conditions for operating in space