WG - LCA, eco-design and green technologies in the space sector

Objectives

The objective of the Working Group is to drive European space actors towards the design of space products (platforms, payloads, infrastructures, launchers, ground stations, data centers etc.) and services minimising their impact on the environment throughout their life cycle. Hence, the aim is to support and foster European Space actors’ engagement by joining forces and creating synergies.

 

Start / end date

January 2023 - present

Status

Ongoing

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WG on Decarbonisation of the European space sector

Objectives

The main objectives of the Working Group are to:

• Assess/estimate the actual carbon footprint of the sector

• Define common objectives and targets for GHG emissions reduction at sectoral level

• Identify priorities for action and set up a common roadmap

• Establish relevant indicators and measure their values at sectoral level.

 

Start / end date

February 2022 / April 2023

Status

Closed

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WG - Responsible procurement

Objectives

The main objective of the Working Group is to define the first step of a responsible procurement approach for the European Space Agency and its value chain by establishing and publishing a CSR Code of Conduct.

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Outcome

ESA CSR code of Conduct (click to download)

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Start / end date

May 2022 / March 2023

Status

Closed

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