View The Private Sector’s Assessment of U.S. Space Policy and Law By Alyssa Goessler PublishedJuly 25, 2022 U.S. commercial space regulation is quickly becoming outdated and stress on the government system and on U.S. companies is rising. This paper provides insight from representatives of U.S. space companies on the U.S. policy and regulatory system.
View Save the Last Dance for the International Space Station By Zhanna Malekos Smith PublishedJune 2, 2022 Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, space ties between Russia and the United States have shown signs of unraveling.
View Fly Me to the Moon: Worldwide Cislunar and Lunar Missions By Kaitlyn Johnson PublishedFebruary 15, 2022 Fly Me to the Moon examines planned cislunar and lunar missions over the next decade from countries around the world. This compilation showcases the growth of satellites, rovers, and experiments intended to extend humanity’s reach more firmly into cislunar space and on the Moon.
Jan26 Dancing Lights in Space: How to Manage The Risks of Satellite Close Approaches in Geostationary Orbit Both commercial satellite operators and governments are increasingly concerned about uncoordinated close approaches of their satellites by others in space, particularly in the geostationary belt where many valuable commercial and national security satellites reside. The Aerospace Security Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Secure World Foundation (SWF) are […]
Congressional Testimony: NASA’s Future in Low Earth Orbit By Todd Harrison PublishedSeptember 21, 2021 The following testimony was presented to the House Science, Space, & Technology Committee during its “NASA’s Future in Low Earth Orbit: Considerations for ISS Extension and Transition” hearing on September 21, 2021. Chairman Beyer, Ranking Member Babin, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to testify on this important topic. The […]
View To Infinity and Beyond: Civil and Commercial Space Policy in the Biden Administration By Kaitlyn Johnson PublishedFebruary 10, 2021 This is a pivotal time for civil and commercial space policy. The Biden administration should build from the successful policies of the Trump administration and look for new ways to engage new partnerships both domestically and internationally.
Mar05 Strategic Implications of NASA’s Moon to Mars Plan: A Conversation with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine Please join the Center for Strategic and International Studies for a conversation with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine as he details the strategic implications of NASA’s Moon to Mars plan. The Administrator’s address will be followed by a public Q&A moderated by Aerospace Security Project Director Todd Harrison.
Jan09 Examining NASA’s Role in U.S. Foreign Policy This event has been postponed A Conversation with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine Please join the Center for Strategic and International Studies for a conversation with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine on exploring NASA’s historic and future role in U.S. foreign policy. The Administrator’s address will be followed by a public Q&A and will be followed by a panel […]
View To the Moon in Five Years: Understanding NASA’s Artemis Program By Court Manske PublishedJuly 23, 2019 In March 2019, Vice President Mike Pence announced that the United States plans to send the first woman and the next man to the lunar surface by the end of 2024. What are the next steps for returning American astronauts to the Moon?
Jun10 Commercial Opportunities Aboard ISS National Laboratory and Future Gateway Hosted ByU.S. Chamber of Commerce Please join the Procurement and Space Industry Council on Monday, June 10, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for a policy roundtable featuring hosting ISS commercial R&D leaders and moderated by Todd Harrison.
