We’re exploring purposeful minds and the process to understanding the meaning of purpose and impact at The Alice Smith School with Navin Gopal & Francesco Corbetta.

Summary

In this conversation, Navin Gopal, from Astroscale, discusses the importance of space sustainability and the need to clean up space debris with Francesco Corbetta, Alice Smith School Physics Teacher, A Level Tutor and Leader of EPQ.

Navin explains that Astroscale is dedicated to on-orbit servicing across all orbits and their mission is to remove space junk and extend the life of satellites. Navin emphasizes the implications of not addressing this issue, such as the Kessler syndrome, where collisions between space debris create a dangerous cloud of objects that can hinder space exploration. He also highlights the importance of space for sustainability on Earth, including mining resources, renewable energy, and collecting data for climate change research. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of space tourism and the excitement surrounding missions to the Moon and Mars.

Takeaways

• Astroscale is dedicated to on-orbit servicing and removing space debris across all orbits.
• Space debris poses a significant threat to space exploration and the sustainability of space activities.
• Cleaning up space debris is crucial to prevent the Kessler syndrome, where collisions create a cloud of objects that can hinder space activities.
• Space is important for sustainability on Earth, including mining resources, renewable energy, and collecting data for climate change research.
• The future of space includes space tourism, missions to the Moon and Mars, and the development of a circular economy in space.

Links online

School website: www.alice-smith.edu.my

This episode was produced by The Bonjour Agency.