Lessons from the past

How can lessons of the past inform our decisions for a better space future?

History serves not only as a mere chronicle of past events but also as a guide that imparts universal lessons and transformative processes for the future of humanity. As we stand at the intersection of a remarkable era of exploration, technology, and finance, we must learn from the past to inform our decisions for a better space future. Humans’ historical expeditions over the centuries offer a fitting analogy for our present circumstances. However, as these expeditions were often driven by the desire for profit and conquest rather than the pursuit of knowledge and discovery, we must examine their triumphs and tribulations to develop effective frameworks that inform philosophical and legal approaches to future space exploration.

Key accomplishments

• Established a collaboration with the Astra Carta, a document led by King Charles III of the United Kingdom that outlines a framework and principles for space sustainability.
• Participated in the Astra Carta Zero Draft consultation workshops that examined the integration of sustainability and space exploration lessons learned.
• Secured a partnership with AstroForge for $10,000 in matching funds for developing their prototype data aggregation and trends tool.

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