Events
Jun 5, 2018
CSIS and SWF Discuss Counterspace Threats
In a joint event with experts from CSIS, Washington Office Director Victoria Samson and Director of Program Planning Brian Weeden discussed the threats to satellites that exist across the world. This event was a follow-on from the April release of SWF's Global Counterspace Capabilities report and CSIS' Space Threat Assessment 2018. More information and a video recording are available on the SWF event page.
Jun 7, 2018
SWF Co-Hosts Earth Observation Data Panel Discussion
In partnership with the Society of Satellite Professionals International's Mid-Atlantic chapter and Planet, SWF sponsored a panel discussion on Earth observation data and decision making. Descartes Labs discussed their use of satellite data for better crop yield predictions, Planet highlighted their photo catalogs that update daily, and Radiant Earth provided an overview of their strategy to positively impact the developing world with satellite data. More information is available on the SWF event page here.
Jun 11, 2018
SWF Panel Addresses Space Traffic Management Issues
SWF convened a panel of experts to discuss the challenges of space situational awareness and space traffic management as the U.S. Congress and the Administration take action on these issues. Held on Capitol Hill and in partnership with the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, this luncheon event also featured an address by Representative Lamar Smith (R-TX). More information is available on the SWF event page here.
Jun 19, 2018
SWF Holds Successful Workshop in Bengaluru On Space Situational Awareness
SWF partnered with the National Institute for Advanced Studies (NIAS) to hold a 2-day workshop in Bengaluru, India to discuss trends in space situational awareness (SSA) and the implications for India. The workshop brought together more than 70 interdisciplinary experts from India, Japan, Europe, and the United States to discuss trends in governmental and private sector SSA capabilities, program, and data sharing initiatives, and the strategic implications for India. More details, including the agenda, can be found on the event page.
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