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Sustainability in Space: Challenges, Governance, and Future Prospects

Alparslan, F., Dabo, A.-A., Nayeri, S. and Hosseinian-Far, A. (2026) Sustainability in Space: Challenges, Governance, and Future Prospects. In: Jahankhani, H., V. Kilpin, D., Sainidis, E. and A. Pozza, M. (eds.) Space Mining : Humanity’s Quest for Equity (Space Law and Policy). Singapore: Springer. 121–146.

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Abstract:
This chapter explores sustainability in space. The chapter provides a sound overview of pertinent sustainability challenges, and the governance required for future space exploration. It also examines the issues such as space debris, its environmental impact, and highlights the importance of effective space traffic management. Moreover, implications of commercialising space are succinctly discussed, and pertinent ethical considerations are examined. The role of international communities in working together, thinking creatively and adopting innovation are emphasised in this work. The chapter concludes with recommendations for a sustainable future in space, through which we stress the need to balance technological advancement with environmental and ethical responsibilities.
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Uncontrolled Keywords:
Space Transport Management, Space Debris, Sustainability, Space Commercialisation, Space Colonisation, Environmental Impacts, Space Governance
Creators:
Alparslan, F., Dabo, A.-A., Nayeri, S. and Hosseinian-Far, A.
Editors:
Jahankhani, H., V. Kilpin, D., Sainidis, E. and A. Pozza, M.
Publisher:
Springer
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Business & Law > Business Systems & Operations
Date:
16 February 2026
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
121–146
Title of Book:
Space Mining : Humanity’s Quest for Equity (Space Law and Policy)
Series Name:
Space Law and Policy
Number:
1
Place of Publication:
Singapore
Number of Pages:
25
Language:
English
ISBN:
9789819555420
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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