Exploring space for all! 🌌
5 min
- Space exploration has become more accessible through emerging fields like space economy and sustainability. - Despite limited astronaut opportunities, there are numerous ways for individuals to contribute to the space industry. - The future of space exploration relies on collective efforts to shape humanity's next great leap.
- Aspiring Astronaut - Space Industry Entrepreneur - Environmental Scientist in Space Sustainability
Is Space Truly Accessible to Everyone? 🛰️
Ever since I was born, I was fascinated by the idea that Earth isn't the only planet in our vast universe. The notion that other worlds are within our reach, just a glimpse away if only we had the time and resources, has always intrigued me.
Recently, I completed a specialized education in Aerophysics and the New Space Economy through programs offered by Harvard Business School, ISAE, and EPFLx. Remarkably, I achieved this without spending a dime—proof that you can explore the boundaries of space knowledge with minimal investment.
Yet, despite these opportunities, the space industry remains elusive to most. In 2024, only 10 astronauts will graduate, a reminder that space travel is far from commonplace. While space tourism might still be a distant dream for many, emerging subfields are making space more accessible. Areas like space economy, space engineering, space data analysis, and space sustainability are opening doors for those of us passionate about the cosmos.
These disciplines are crucial as they pave the way for those 10 astronauts to embark on missions that could redefine humanity's future. But what if other civilizations 👽 were graduating 20, 100, or even 1,000 astronauts every year? Would they have found us by now? Would we be collaborating across galaxies, or perhaps facing extinction? Either way, these questions push us to think about our place in history.
The space industry is a $445 billion market, and there's room for everyone to contribute, regardless of your current job or daily activities. We each have a role to play in shaping the future of space exploration. It's time to leave our mark and start building for humanity's next great leap. Don’t you agree?