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Space is becoming more accessible and valuable thanks to new technologies and investments from both public and private sectors. This creates great opportunities for our business, daily life, national security, and more. However, we also face some sustainability challenges, such as space debris, planetary environmental damage, and limited resources for digital communication. As we explore new frontiers on the moon and embark on the development of the next-generation space station, it would be necessary to take into account the safety of the people involved, protection of the environment and reuse of resources. “The Future of Space 2023" will gather key figures from industry, academia, and government from around the world to discuss the future of space utilization, the challenges of ensuring sustainable space use, the solutions to overcome them, and the cross-national collaboration that is necessary for achieving these goals.
The session explores how the International Space Station (ISS) can be used sustainably and efficiently to advance new technologies and strategies for future space missions. As the ISS approaches its end of life, new horizons for space exploration and commercialization will open, but they will also demand more cooperation and coordination among space actors to ensure sustainability in space.
The session on space debris presents an opportunity for innovation in space technology. New solutions for tracking, removal, and prevention of debris could lead to advancements in the field and potentially new business opportunities.
The panel discussion will emphasize the significance of stable digital connection using outer space, given our growing dependence on space-based assets for communication, navigation, intelligence, and commerce. The digital connection between the earth and space orbit will become an essential infrastructure of our lives. To ensure the sustainable use of space, delicate coordination of spectrum frequency and satellite traffic control must be integrated into building digital infrastructure. Collaboration and well-informed agreements among public and private sectors are crucial for sustainable use of space. A case study of StarLink will also be discussed in the session.
This session will explore how financial institutions, investors and insurance can support sustainability in space. Space activities pose environmental, social, and governance challenges, such as reducing the environmental impact of space infrastructure and preventing space debris. To overcome these challenges, private-sector projects need sufficient funding. We will examine how financial institutions and investors are incorporating sustainability criteria when they fund or invest in space projects.
Launch vehicles such as Japan’s H3 are expected to drive sustainable growth in the country’s space sector. But as global competition in launch vehicle development intensifies, will Japan be able to overcome challenges in terms of cost, capacity and safety in this rapidly changing market? We look at the future of Japanese launch vehicles, including global trends and their impact on Japan's space industry.
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*Please be advised that agenda, speakers, presentation topics are subject to change.
