Space Law: Who Makes the Rules Beyond Earth?

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This episode explores the rules and laws governing space, featuring insights from international space lawyer Joanne Wheeler.

Who makes the rules in space—and what happens when things go wrong? Did you know there are more than 11,000 satellites orbiting Earth—and no traffic lights in space? From falling space debris to future cities on the Moon, this episode explores how laws work beyond Earth with leading international space lawyer Joanne Wheeler. Together, we explore: • How space law began—and why it was created • What happens if space debris falls back to Earth • The growing issue of space sustainability and debr...

People in this episode

Hosts: Alma-Constance Denis-Smith, Lucinda Acland

Guest: Joanne Wheeler

Topics covered

• space law
• satellites
• space debris
• space sustainability
• international law

Keywords

• space law
• satellites
• space debris
• Moon cities
• space sustainability

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Organizations: Kids Law