S2 Space Law & Policy Dialogue #3: Orbital Debris Remediation

Spaceport SARABHAI (S2) co-hosted the 3rd edition of its Space Law + Policy Bilateral Dialogue with the EPFL Space Centre (eSpace), Switzerland on 5th April 2023. The goal of the ongoing series of S2 Space Law + Policy Dialogues is to look at contemporary space activities through a space law + policy lens and strengthen international cooperation through exchange of ideas and perspectives.

This dialogue focused on how to keep outer space safe and sustainable for the benefit of all humanity. The panel will discuss the current state and challenges, in terms of technology, regulations and economy. They will propose actions necessary for removal of existing debris and mitigation of future debris.

Co-Host: EPFL Space Centre (eSpace), Switzerland

MODERATOR
• Marie-Valentine Florin, Executive Director, EPFL International Risk Governance Center (IRGC)

PANELISTS
● Romain Buchs, Space Policy Analyst, ClearSpace, Switzerland

● Emmanuelle David, Executive Director, EPFL Space Center (eSpace)

● Ashok G.V., Partner, Factum Law, India

● Shreyas Mirji, Head, Business and Strategy, Digantara, India

For Reference: Past Panels

Co-Host: Bangalore International Centre

Co-Host: Science Technology and Innovation Governance (STIG), Japan

Co-Host: Australian Space Agency