Alex MacDonald
Non-resident senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies Aerospace Security Project. Previously served as NASA's Chief Economist.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 33min
The two trillion dollar opportunity
In this engaging discussion, Alex MacDonald, former Chief Economist at NASA and current non-resident senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, dives into the booming space economy projected to hit $1.8 trillion by 2035. He shares insights on the surprising history of private investment in space, the transformative advancements shaping our daily lives, and the ethical considerations of extraterrestrial missions. MacDonald also highlights unique career paths and the diverse skills driving this new frontier of innovation.
Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 5min
A Future Lunar Architecture, with Alex MacDonald (NASA) & Rob Chambers (Lockheed Martin)
In this discussion, Alex MacDonald, NASA's Chief Economist, and Rob Chambers, Director of Strategy for Human Space Exploration at Lockheed Martin, delve into the future of lunar architecture. They explore the ambitious Artemis program and the shift towards sustainable lunar operations. The conversation highlights the role of international partnerships and innovative technologies like nuclear power. They also reflect on lessons from Apollo, the evolving lunar economy, and the vision for a human presence on the Moon and beyond.
