Impact of Newspace and Data Revolution, Geo4SDGs: Addressing Agenda 2030, Geospatial World Forum
Title: Impact of Newspace and Data Revolution
Author: Krystal Azelton, Director of Space Applications Programs
Event: Geospatial World Forum
Date: April 3, 2019
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
This presentation explores the rapidly evolving space ecosystem, focusing on the emergence of new actors, the explosion of satellite data, and the growing intersection between space technologies and sustainable development goals (SDGs).
Through data-rich visuals and policy insights, Azelton examines:
- The internationalization and diversification of space activity
- Trends in smallsat launches and commercial satellite operators
- How the “data revolution” can support SDG implementation, from food security to climate action
- Barriers to adoption of space-derived data by non-space sectors
- The need for broader stakeholder engagement and practical tools for integrating space capabilities into development planning
Key slides feature launch predictions for microsatellites, breakdowns of satellite ownership by country and sector, and questions for the policy and development communities about how to bridge awareness gaps.
The presentation concludes by encouraging collaboration across disciplines and sectors, emphasizing that practical, inclusive strategies are critical for leveraging space tools to solve terrestrial challenges.
