How 2,000 Europeans shaped the future of space exploration
In short: In a world first, the European Space Agency invited the public to decide the direction of space missions. This video features astronaut Claudie Haignere providing a unique perspective on Earth from the International Space Station to contextualize the debate.
On September 10, 2016, approximately 2,000 people participated in the Citizens’ Debate on Space for Europe. This initiative allowed the public to influence the future of the European Space Agency's (ESA) missions through a series of connected debate sites.
The event utilized video conferencing to link different locations, fostering a collective dialogue on how space exploration should proceed. The accompanying footage from Claudie Haignere offers a visual reminder of the global perspective gained from the International Space Station.
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