How 2,000 Europeans helped decide the future of space exploration
In short: In a world first, the European Space Agency invited the public to have a direct say in where space exploration should head next. This video provides a visual perspective on that mission by showing Earth from the International Space Station.
On September 10, 2016, approximately 2,000 people across Europe participated in the Citizens’ Debate on Space for Europe. This initiative allowed the public to discuss and shape the future of ESA's space missions through a network of debate sites connected by video conferencing.
The event marked a significant shift toward inclusive decision-making in aerospace. While this specific video features astronaut Claudie Haignere providing a tour of Earth from the International Space Station, it sits within a broader series designed to contextualize these public discussions.
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