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Why implementing the space option is necessary for society.

Marco C Bernasconi1, Cristina Bernasconi

  • 1The OURS Foundation, Dietikon, Switzerland. dolium@bathome.org

Acta Astronautica
|December 25, 2003
PubMed
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Specialized agencies are exploring new space programs to counter budget declines. Analysis indicates future human population growth will significantly impact the biosphere, necessitating a re-evaluation of space exploration priorities.

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Area of Science:

  • Space Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Declining budgets for space activities necessitate new program development.
  • Scientific research is increasingly prioritized by agencies focusing on information dissemination.
  • Anticipated global population growth to 10 billion will exert unprecedented pressure on the biosphere.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the challenges confronting humanity.
  • To review the material needs of the future human population.
  • To assess the environmental impact of meeting these needs.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of global population trends.
  • Review of future human material requirements.
  • Assessment of biosphere impact.

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Main Results:

  • Space exploration initiatives face budget challenges.
  • Scientific research is a core focus for space agencies.
  • Meeting future human needs will have substantial biosphere implications.

Conclusions:

  • The "space option" is a response to humanity's challenges.
  • Future population growth necessitates a larger-than-assumed biosphere impact.
  • Prioritizing space exploration and understanding our origins is crucial for sustainable development.