Take Action Against Space Debris

Mitigation of space debris is a complex matter that cannot be solved without the commitment of nations and private companies alike. Legally binding treaties, bilateral communication protocols, resilient manufacturing, and active debris removal technology — there has been a lot of deliberation with little action. Here is what you can do to speed things up.

Get involved in policy

Public support is key in ensuring real change. One of the goals of the Space Trash Signs initiative is to raise awareness for political efforts for dealing with space debris. Below are a few national and international efforts you can support by amplifying and signing.

Zero Debris Charter, European Space Agency

A Personal Vision for a Circular Space Economy by Dr. Moriba Jah

National Orbital Debris Mitigation Plan, U.S. Government

Open Letter against Anti Satellites, Planet Labs

International Open Letter on Reducing Risks from Uncontrolled Reentries of Rocket Bodies, Outer Space Institute

Support sustainable tech solutions

Another goal of the initiative is to raise awareness for companies that are working on innovative debris removal and prevention systems, such as the ones listed below. If you have a suggestion for who to add, feel free to reach out.

Privateer

Astroscale

OKAPI:Orbits


Digantara

Dark

LeoLabs

ClearSpace

Vyoma

 

Spread the word

Space is everybody’s business. Share the project in your circles to spread awareness and increase public engagement in the matters of space. The initiative is also open to collaborations, whether you’re an educator, scientist, startup founder, artist, or just someone passionate about space.

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Particles:
Communication
Experimentation
Navigation
Observation
Debris:
160,000,000
Satellites:
7,560
Object Size (in m²)
SMALL
size < 0.1
MEDIUM
0.1 < size < 1.0
LARGE
1.0 < size

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