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E9 \u2013 Highlights on Space Sustainability: ITU SSF-2025 and SWF 7th Summit for Space Sustainability<\/strong><\/strong><\/h1>\n \"Event\n
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Space sustainability is a hot topic around the world, in response to the dynamic growth and innovation throughout the space and satellite sectors. Join a special joint session of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)<\/strong>\u2019s Space Connect, paired with the Secure World Foundation (SWF)<\/strong>, for a virtual review of the latest discussions of policy and regulation, operational tools and economic and social priorities for a robust and sustainable future. Hear prevailing themes and takeaways from the ITU\u2019s 2nd Space Sustainability Forum and the SWF\u2019s 7th Summit for Space Sustainability, both held in October 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Spotlight on Space Sustainability<\/strong>
SSF-2025 was a resounding success, attracting 6,000 participants and viewers worldwide, underscoring the growing global interest in sustainable space practices. Similarly, the 7th Summit for Space Sustainability brought together international leaders to advance innovative solutions for the long-term sustainability of space activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Together, these events tackled critical themes, including advancements in satellite technologies, international collaboration, policy updates, the environmental impacts of space activities, space security and stability, and the role of commercial sustainability services in shaping the evolving space economy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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This episode will revisit the most impactful discussions and ideas from these landmark events, celebrating the achievements of the global space community while exploring pathways to a sustainable future in space.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Whether you are a space enthusiast, policymaker, or industry professional, this episode offers valuable insights into the progress and potential of space sustainability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Mark your calendar: December 3, 2025, from 15:00 to 16:00 CET.<\/strong> Join us online as we reflect on SSF-2025, the 7th Summit for Space Sustainability, and explore the exciting future of sustainable space practices!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Agenda \u2013 Episode <\/strong>9<\/h2>\n<\/div> \n
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15:00 – 15:05<\/div><\/div>
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Presentation of the session and the panelists by the Moderator, Patricia Cooper<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

15:05 \u2013 15:45<\/div><\/div>
Interactive Panel Discussion: Shaping a Sustainable Future in Space<\/div>
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Exploring the challenges posed by growing space activities, including large constellations and orbital congestion<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Highlighting innovations in space traffic management, debris removal, and on-orbit servicing<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Discussing how policies, technologies, and international collaboration are driving sustainable practices in space<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Examining the impact of space activities on the orbital environment and the broader space ecosystem<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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<div class="ituContainer">\n\nPatricia Cooper is a leading expert on satellite communications, regulation and space policy, and is the founder of the space consultancy, Constellation Advisory, LLC, where she advises smart space and satellite ventures and international projects.\n\n<\/div>\n<div class="ituContainer">\n\nFor six years, Cooper led Government Affairs for the Starlink satellite broadband constellation project at Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX), where she secured Federal Communications Commission authorization for a record 12,000 satellites, and market access in more than 30 countries. She advocated for updates to spectrum, telecom competition and space safety regulations in the US and around the globe to support the coming generation of satellite networks. Today, Starlink serves over 2 million users worldwide with a constellation of over 6,000 satellites in over 70 countries.\n\n<\/div>\n<div class="ituContainer">\n\nPrior to SpaceX, Patricia was an executive at geostationary satellite fleet operator Intelsat and as for nearly 7 years, President of the Satellite Industry Association (SIA), the leading trade organization representing U.S. satellite operators, manufacturers and service providers. At SIA, Patricia advocated in regulatory and national security arenas, for fair trade and competition rules internationally, and spearheaded a successful bipartisan, bi-cameral legislative initiative to reform satellite export control legislation.\u00a0Previously, Patricia had served in both the U.S. Federal Communications Commission and the Department of Commerce, and led international outreach at two start-ups, CoreExpress, an Internet fiber infrastructure play and PanAmSat Corporation, a disruptor in the early satellite services market.\n\n<\/div>\n<div class="ituContainer">\n\nPatricia holds a Master\u2019s Degree with Distinction in International Economics from the John Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies and a Bachelor\u2019s Degrees in Political Science and German from Kansas State University (summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa).\n\n<\/div>\n\u00a0\n\n\u00a0<\/div><\/div>
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Alexandre Vallet is the current Chief of the Space Services Department in the Radiocommunication Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), since November 2017. As such, he leads the team responsible for the maintenance of the international registry of satellite radio frequencies, which allows all countries around the world to coordinate their use in order to avoid radio interference in outer space.\n\nAlexandre Vallet began to work in 2000 in the R&D center of Orange dealing with communications satellites. In 2006, he joined the satellite operator Eutelsat where he was in charge of regulatory matters. From 2007 to 2017, he was the Head of the Regulatory affairs and Spectrum\/Orbit Resources Department at the French Agency in charge of radio spectrum management (Agence Nationale des Fr\u00e9quences \u2013 ANFR).<\/div><\/div>
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<span class="TextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">With over 1<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">8<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">\u00a0years of international and domestic space, public policy, and management experience, Krystal Azelton (nee Wilson) is the\u00a0<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">Senior\u00a0<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">Director<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">, Program Planning<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">\u00a0at Secure World Foundation, a private, operating foundation dedicated to the secure and sustainable use of space. <\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class="TextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">There, she focuses\u00a0<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">provides support for organizational strategic goals and program planning as well\u00a0<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">on the Human and Environmental Security initiative, which promotes improved governance and cooperation in the delivery and use of information derived from space systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class="TextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">She is also the co-chair the annual Summit for Space Sustainability.\u00a0<\/span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6112536 BCX8">In this role, she represents herself and the organization at the United Nations, the Group on Earth Observation, and at topical conferences, events and workshops around the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class="EOP SCXW6112536 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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