The Case for a U.S.-Led Lunar Research Facility

Thu, January 29
W340A
SpaceCom | Space Congress: INNOVATE

Very soon, the U.S. and its partner nations will land a crew on the Moon for the first time in over 65 years. While this will be a crowning achievement, plans for what comes after the new footprints are unclear.  While NASA talks about a limited lunar habitat that will house a couple of astronauts for short visits, China is laying the groundwork for its International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) along with 12 partner nations, including Russia and South Africa. If leadership in the lunar research and resource development is important to the U.S. and its allies, the U.S. must set bold goals. In this forward-thinking panel, the speakers will present a rationale for a U.S.-led public-private lunar research outpost that encompasses not only geopolitical issues but also a long-term vision of global prosperity through the development of lunar resources and capabilities.  

Speakers
Steve Wolfe
Steve Wolfe, President - Beyond Earth Institute
Roberto Provera
Roberto Provera, Director, New Initiatives and Innovation, Exploration and Science - Thales Alenia Space
Michelle L.D. Hanlon
Michelle L.D. Hanlon, Co-founder For All Moonkind, Executive Director, Center for Air and Space Law - University of Mississippi
Courtney Stadd
Courtney Stadd, EVO - Beyond Earth Institute
Greg Autry
Greg Autry, Space Czar - UCF
Daniel Inocente
Daniel Inocente, Principal Architect | Founder - DIA