Experts discussed the role of space technologies in food security (Nov. 2009)

02-Nov-2009

As part of an ongoing IFP case study on the societal role of space technologies, some 25 experts from international organisations and the space community discussed trends and challenges in global food supplies, and examined the potential role of space applications (e.g. imagery for agriculture monitoring, use of GPS supporting fisheries and sea transport). For more information: anita.gibson@oecd.org.

Governance of the Earth observation infrastructure: inputs from OECD / IFP (11 May 2009)

12-May-2009

The OECD IFP was invited to present its findings on the space infrastructure, at the GMES Governance workshop organised by the EARSC and EUROSPACE associations, in cooperation with the European Commission's GMES Bureau and the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels. Link to presentations: www.earsc.org.

New Publication: Space Technologies and Climate Change

25-Nov-2008

This book examines space technologies' contributions in tackling some of the serious problems posed by climate change.  It underlines the need to consider satellites not just as research and development systems, but as an important component of a critical communication- and information-based infrastructure for modern societies. For more information, please contact: claire.jolly@oecd.org.

“Space to grow”, Article published in the OECD Observer, No 268 (June 2008)

13-Jun-2008

Since May 2008 passengers travelling on the Thalys high-speed train between Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne can now access broadband thanks to technology combining the Internet and satellite communications. Review in this article some interesting aspects of broadband via satellite.

“Space: More than meets the eye”, Article published in the OECD Observer, No 263 (October 2007)

13-Jun-2008

How big is “space” really? The industry is relatively small, but its economic and strategic importance may be as boundless as space itself. Check this article, which presents selected findings from the recently published OECD publication “The Space Economy at a Glance”.

Updated facsheet on the OECD Forum on Space Economics

22-May-2008

Learn in one brief document what the OECD Forum on Space Economics is all about.

Monitoring of the OECD Space Project Recommendations

14-Nov-2007

In September 2007, the OECD Global Forum on Space Economics issued an innovative 35-page report “Monitoring of the OECD Space Project Recommendations”. This document briefly reviews recent developments in the space sector (spring 2005-spring 2007) through the prism of the OECD IFP recommendations presented in the publication “Space 2030: Tackling Society’s Challenges”.

"Space for Water" article published in @mosphere, OECD in April 2007

22-May-2007

The management of the world’s water resources is set to become one of the most important issues of the 21st century. In that context, a case study is being conducted within the framework of the OECD Forum on Space Economics. The objective is to explore the general capabilities of space technology to enhance water resource management, and see what space systems have generated so far in terms of  socio-economic benefits and added-value in water management.  The preliminary findings presented here are mainly based on existing literature and meetings with practitioners.

"Space for the OECD" published in @mosphere, OECD in December 2006

15-Feb-2007

Beyond the traditional scientific and military, how can space applications help with the range of challenges facing our societies today ? - security, the environment, disaster relief, health, education, communications, remedying the digital divide, transport... How can space help with the economy? In 2002 the IFP launched a project  to investigate the economic dimensions of space activities, and how space technologies could contribute to finding solutions to Earth’s problems. 

Le secteur spatial pendant la crise économique: présentation lors du "Toulouse Space Show"

from 09-Jun-2010 to 10-Jun-2010

Le Programme de l'OCDE sur l'Avenir présentera des statistiques récentes sur le secteur spatial lors du "Toulouse Space Show", un grand congrès organisé par la communauté spatiale tous les deux ans.

Rencontre entre économistes et spécialistes sur les statistiques du secteur spatial (mars 2010)

La 4ème réunion du Comité Technique sur "l'économie spatiale" (Technical Committee on the Space Economy) a eu lieu le 23 mars 2010 à Paris, dans le cadre des rencontres de printemps de la Fédération Astronautique Internationale (IAF). Ce comité réunit biannuellement des économistes et experts du secteur, dont le Programme de l'OCDE sur l'Avenir, pour comparer des pratiques nationales et privées dans la collecte de données économiques du secteur spatial. Une session sur ce thème aura lieu lors du grand congrès annuel de l'IAF à Prague, fin septembre 2010.

"Space Technologies and Climate Change" presented at the United Nations (Feb. 2009)

The OECD IFP was invited to present its work on the global Earth observation infrastructure (summarised in the publication “Space Technologies and Climate Change”) at the IAF Symposium on "The role of Earth observation satellites in promoting understanding and addressing climate change concerns". The event was held at the United Nations in Vienna, during the forty-sixth session of the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Link to presentations: http://www.oosa.unvienna.org/oosa/en/COPUOS/stsc/2009/index.html

OECD ministers to discuss climate change, trade and global economy at annual meeting, Paris, 4-5 June

from 04-Jun-2008 to 05-Jun-2008

The economic impact of climate change, trade, growth and development issues will be discussed at the OECD’s annual ministerial meeting, in Paris on 4-5 June 2008. A brochure providing the background for the main topics that ministers will address is now online. It include a section on space applications and climate change. Read the document: “Meeting of the OECD Council at Ministerial Level 2008 - Key Information” (http://www.oecd.org/dataoecd/32/44/40627761.pdf)

Working Group - 5th meeting: indicators and statistics on the space economy

on 19-Feb-2008

The OECD Forum on Space Economics Working Group met in Paris on February 19th. The main theme of discussions concerned indicators and statistics on the space economy (definition…). Working Group members particularly encouraged the development of an innovative OECD Working Paper entitled “The Guide to Measuring the Space Economy”, to become available in summer 2008.

Global Forum on Space Economics: Steering Group and Working Group meeting

from 22-Mar-2007 to 23-Mar-2007

The Steering Group and the Working Group of the OECD Global Forum on Space Economics met on the 22nd and 23rd of March 2007 at the OECD. The future OECD publication The Space Economy at a Glance will also be discussed. For more information please contact Mr. Pierre-Alain Schieb at Pierre-Alain.Schieb@oecd.org or Claire Jolly at Claire.Jolly@oecd.org.

Global Forum on Space Economics: 1st Meeting of the Steering Group

from 16-Feb-2006 to 17-Feb-2006

On 16 and 17 February 2006, the Steering Group of the OECD Global Forum on Space Economics met to discuss the directions of work of the Forum. The Steering Group is composed of representatives of space agencies and ministries, in line with the intergovernmental nature of OECD Forums. A companion Working Group will be launched in June which will include representatives of the private sector and other interested parties. To learn more about the launch of the Forum, check our press release or read the descriptive overview . You can also address enquiries to Pierre-Alain.Schieb@oecd.org.

Global Forum on Space Economics: Second Working Group meeting

on 29-Sep-2006

The OECD Global Forum on Space Economics held its Working Group meeting on 29th September 2006 at the OECD. For more information please contact Mr. Pierre-Alain Schieb at Pierre-Alain.Schieb@org or Claire Jolly at Claire.Jolly@oecd.org.

Global Forum on Space Economics: first Working Group meeting

on 02-Jun-2006

The OECD Global Forum on Space Economics held its first Working Group meeting on June 2nd, 2006. The Working Group is the operational body of the Forum, and is made up of participants from the public and the private sectors. To learn more about the Forum organisation and activities, please read the Forum's descriptive overview.