Space Diplomacy: UNOOSA and United Kingdom Strengthen Cooperation on Space Sustainability

OrganizationsInternational Organizations ♦ Published: December 28, 2022; 23:39 ♦ (Vindobona)

As part of a new project to strengthen space sustainability, the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the Government of the United Kingdom are strengthening their partnership. A broad range of activities will be undertaken to raise awareness and build capacity related to the implementation of the Guidelines for the Long-term Sustainability of Outer Space Activities.

Long-term Sustainability of Outer Space Activities is essential for the future of space exploration. / Picture: © Wikimedia Commons / Rrinsindika, CC BY-SA 3.0

A third phase of the project has been completed since it began in 2021. With UK funding, UNOOSA will develop an open-access e-learning tool to facilitate and improve understanding of the Guidelines. Additionally, UNOOSA will hold a series of virtual events to promote international cooperation and capacity building on safe and sustainable space operations.

In Niklas Hedman's view, Acting Director of UNOOSA, partnering with the UK Government has been instrumental in increasing awareness of the importance of sustainable space activities. …