Public Lecture “Are There Environmental Problems in Space? The Growing Number of Satellites, Space Debris, and Their Impact on Earth”

Event Details

The Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University, will hold the following public lecture.

With the rapid increase in private-sector participation and artificial satellites, space development is now entering a major turning point. Under the theme of “Sustainable Space Development,” this lecture will feature leading experts who will provide an accessible overview of the growing problem of space debris, the expansion of large constellations, and their impacts on the environments of both space and Earth.

Lecture 1 (14:10-)
“What Is Sustainable Space Development? Expanding Environmental Challenges in Space and Countermeasures”
Assistant Manager Aoi Asada　System Safety and Orbital Environment Utilization Safety Unit, Safety and Mission Assurance Department, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

Lecture 2 (14:40-)
“Where Does Space Debris Go? New Environmental Challenges in the Age of Space Business”
Professor Atsushi Matsuki　Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University

【How to Apply】
Applications may be submitted via the online form or by telephone.
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・Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University　TEL：076-234-6961

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・Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University

Organizer: Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University
Supporter: Hokkoku Shimbun

Contact

Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University　TEL：076-234-6961　E-mail：pattykiku(a)staff.kanazawa-u.ac.jp　*Please replace (a) with @.