#space-law — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #space-law, aggregated by home.social.
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The #ECSL Practitioners' Forum is back! On June 24th, the European Centre for Space Law will host the next edition on the topic of "Normativity beyond Treaties? Technical Standards in Space Governance".
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"A senior astronomer has warned that NASA’s #Artemis program must not become a vehicle for unregulated commercial activity in space, arguing that the return of humans to the #moon should be governed by clear international rules — rather than a 'frontier mentality.'"
https://www.newsweek.com/artemis-mission-cannot-lead-interplanetary-wild-west-11774199
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“Satellite #megaconstellations operated by developed countries are affecting the pristine night skies of other nations, affecting astronomical observations and #Indigenous practices. International regulation that includes the views of Indigenous peoples and appropriate compensation are called for.”
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Today CSE filed our Reply Comment with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission challenging Reflect Orbital's application to commercialize the night sky. We maintain that the FCC must uphold legal mandates by requiring a comprehensive environmental review before granting any authority that alters our shared nighttime environment.
Read our full filing here: https://www.spaceenvironmentalism.org/actions/public-statements-and-comments/reflect-orbital-reply-comment-2026
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Frontier justice: navigating the future legal landscape for private actors in space law
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"International agreements covering rocket pollution include the Outer Space Treaty and Liability Convention. They require countries to avoid harmful contamination and to accept responsibility for damage caused by their #space objects. Those principles are reflected by several International Court of Justice rulings and opinions on preventing cross-border environmental harm."
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/19022026/commercial-space-travel-environmental-threat/
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A blog by researcher Yarin Eski and partners about space-related harm, crime, justice, and ethics. Everyone can contribute or discuss ideas. Boosts appreciated!
Blog: https://www.spacecriminology.net/blog
"[..] we need critical reflection on responsibility, accountability, and harm. The blog is open to those with a professional/expertise interest in these issues. Interdisciplinary and critical perspectives are very welcome".@sundogplanets #space #spacelaw #spacecriminology #spaceMining #sustainability
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An interesting diplomatic communication today from #France toward #Russia: https://onu.delegfrance.org/france-reaffirms-its-support-for-international-space-law
"France reaffirms its support for international space law, which must be complemented by confidence-building and transparency measures, as well as by the development of norms of responsible behavior.
"In the face of threats, our primary safeguard remains compliance with the international legal regime applicable to outer space, and first and foremost the 1967 Treaty, which is its cornerstone.
"In this regard, France reiterates its concern about the potential placement of weapons of mass destruction in outer space, which would constitute a flagrant violation of Article 4 of the 1967 Treaty, and a major threat to international peace and security.
"In addition, France is involved in ongoing discussions in the competent bodies on ways to prevent an arms race in outer space. The most appropriate approach to this end is the development of norms of responsible behavior that promote mutual understanding and reduce the risks of uncontrolled escalation. These norms could serve, if necessary, as a basis for the subsequent development of new legally or politically binding instruments."
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10.30am A hybrid meeting connects Nalani Wilson Hokowhitu (Molokaʻi Nui a Hina, Kanaka ʻAukai, Kanaka ʻŌiwi) & a group at #SpacePlace, with Desna Whaanga-Schollum (Rongomaiwahine, Pāhauwera, Kahungunu, Ngāi Tahu Matawhaiti ki Māhia) in Māhia, with Michelle Maloney, in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia.
Dr Michelle Maloney is an author on the Australian Earth Laws Alliance’s Declaration for the Rights of the Moon (2021), and joins us to speak about its aims and challenges faced.
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"The Dark and Quiet Skies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of outer space is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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"The #DarkAndQuietSkies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of #OuterSpace is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a #satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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Starting the day right with a Tim Tam Slam! Afterwards, I'll have a look at “the dark side” of #SpaceLaw in the session on use of force in space. Really looking forward then to meeting with Open Lunar Foundation.
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Moon mining is getting closer to reality: Why we need global rules for extracting space resources
#MoonMining #SpaceLaw #OuterSpaceTreaty #Space #SpaceResources #LunarRegolith #InternationalLaw #SpaceExploration #Helium3 #SpaceRace #UNSpaceLaw
https://the-14.com/moon-mining-is-getting-closer-to-reality-why-we-need-global-rules-for-extracting-space-resources/ -
If your company needs any help navigating these changing tides, restructuring contracts, or is involved in litigation, please reach out. Me and my firm are here to help!
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New on our blog!
Space Data as ‘Investment’ in International Investment Law
Outer space is now a dynamic, commercialized arena, prompting economic and legal systems to reassess how value is defined beyond Earth. The rise of private actors has driven new value models, especially around a key 21st-century asset: data. Space-based data,
#DataProtection #InternationalInvestmentLaw #SpaceLaw
https://voelkerrechtsblog.org/space-data-as-investment-in-international-investment-law/
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Next week is all about #spacelaw for me!
On Monday I’ll be participating in the Aviation Week Network Roundtable on the “Golden Dome for America and Implications for the Space Industry”.
On Tuesday I’ll be on the #SpaceTechExpo stage talking about the changes we can expect to the aerospace industry under the new administration and how space companies can adapt to thrive in this “new” ecosystem.
Register for free: https://www.spacetechexpo.com/conference/conference-agenda
And drop me a DM if you want to connect in person!
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@vuamsterdam is organizing a day long conference on Space Law and Sustainability, June 20:
https://vu.nl/en/events/2025/inaugural-conference-space-law-sustainability-center.
#spacelaw #spacecriminology #sustainability #space #law #spacedebris #spacex
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Hackaday Links: May 4, 2025 - By now, you’ve probably heard about Kosmos 482, a Soviet probe destined for Venus ... - https://hackaday.com/2025/05/04/hackaday-links-may-4-2025/ #hackadaycolumns #hackadaylinks #reverseatm #kosmos482 #demohell #humanoid #spacelaw #titanium #soviet #assay #robot #solar #venus #gold #esa #sun
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"The fact that the #EU #Space Act establishes some binding measures regarding collision avoidance, information sharing, cybersecurity, and other space activities will break with past reluctance to go down that path and establish a new model. The United States and other stakeholders will find new challenges to their preference for laissez faire-driven space traffic management and space sustainability policies."
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"Recognizing #Indigenous knowledge systems as a vital part of humanity’s shared relationship with the cosmos is essential to ensuring that the expansion of space activities is both inclusive and sustainable. By fostering dialogue and integrating Indigenous perspectives into space governance, it is possible to strike a balance between technological progress and the protection of cultural heritage."
https://jurnal.fs.umi.ac.id/index.php/alpamet/article/view/795
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"This potential treasure hunt in space has sparked discussions about ownership laws, space ethics, and environmental implications. As these celestial bodies could herald an era where space becomes a frontier for industry and sustainable energy, they invoke questions about the regulation of extraterrestrial resource claims."
https://www.scimag.news/news-en/130047/asteroids-to-power-the-future-space-mining-revolution-begins/
#Space #SpaceMining #SpaceLaw #SpaceEthics #SpaceEnvironment #SpaceEnvironmentalism #SpaceSustainability
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Meanwhile, although I never imagined I would agree with the government of #Iran about much, here we are. "Another critical consequence of the unchecked expansion of mega-constellations is light pollution."
The Islamic Republic's statement in the same COPUOS STSC session is on: https://www.unoosa.org/documents/pdf/copuos/stsc/2025/Statements/15_Iran.rev.pdf
#UnitedNations #COPUOS #SpacePolicy #SpaceLaw #SpaceDiplomacy #LightPollution #Space #Satellites #SpaceSustainability #SpaceEnvironment
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Kudos to @iau_org for including a mention of obtrusive space advertising in its statement during this week's meeting of the Science and Technology Subcommittee of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space.
PDF: https://www.unoosa.org/documents/pdf/copuos/stsc/2025/Statements/15_IAU.pdf
#UnitedNations #COPUOS #SpacePolicy #SpaceLaw #SpaceAdvertising #SpaceDiplomacy
