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Ethics of Space Infrastructure

Teide Observatory astronomical telescopes in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Space-oriented infrastructure, such as telescopes, rocket launch sites, and satellite dishes, often has significant environmental and social impact on surrounding communities. For example, rocket launch sites have faced significant pushback from their communities over serious environmental damage. This project seeks to develop ethical standards and guidance for responsible infrastructure siting.

Project Lead

Ann C (Anncy) Thresher

Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Public Policy and Urban Affairs

Ann C (Anncy) Thresher is a philosopher of science and applied ethicist. She is a project lead at the Next Generation Event Horizon Telescope, affiliate at the Harvard Black Hole Initiative, and leads the Culturally Sensitive Sites Group at the Inter…

Ethics of Space Infrastructure

Project Lead

Ann C (Anncy) Thresher

Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Public Policy and Urban Affairs

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