Adriano Autino is a leading voice at Space Renaissance International (SRI), an organization focused on advancing civilian space development and the space economy. In this Astro Ben Podcast interview, host Ben Gamble talks with him about expanding horizons and the future of civilisation beyond Earth.
Adriano walks through the SRI Manifesto and makes the case for a proposed 18th UN Sustainable Development Goal dedicated to space. He argues that humanity's move into space is unavoidable, that low-cost access to space is essential, and that 2025 is a significant year for space within UN planning. They also talk about the responsibilities of spacefaring civilisations, space tourism and geo-lunar industrialisation, and how listeners can support the cause.
If you follow space policy, the space economy or the long-term future of humanity in space, this episode sets out one organization's vision in detail. For more, hear Giuseppe Reibaldi on the Moon Village Association or Yanni Barghouty on space radiation shielding, or browse the full Astro Ben Podcast archive.
What you will hear
Space Renaissance International and the SRI Manifesto
The proposed 18th UN Sustainable Development Goal for space
Why expansion beyond Earth is presented as unavoidable, and why low-cost access matters
Why 2025 is significant within UN planning
Responsibilities of spacefaring civilisations, space tourism and geo-lunar industrialisation
How listeners can sign the pledge and support the cause
Guest links
Adriano Autino: Website, LinkedIn, Facebook
Space Renaissance: Space Renaissance International, Space Renaissance Academy
Take action: #Space18SDG pledge, add your organisation as a proposer
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