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In theory, space is infinite. In practice, it is not.����

Practical and physical limitations of the space environment are now evident as stakeholders wish to use resources in space. As barriers to entry in space continue to fall, and resource conflicts emerge, this begs the question: what is the correct way to regulate space?����

On June 24 and 25, Silicon Flatirons will aim to examine this urgent question at the inaugural S hosted at Colorado Law. The event, titled “Challenges in Sustaining Space as a Resource,” will highlight the challenges of space sustainment, and explore technical, regulatory, and cultural issues that must be addressed.��

“The increasing exploitation of space is obvious to even the casual observer,” said Keith Gremban, Senior Fellow at Silicon Flatirons and Research Professor��at the ���ϳԹ�’s Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR). “Any area that is growing so quickly is bound to stretch the borders of existing technology, regulations, and policy. Space also has the property of being international, which opens up an additional range of regulatory and policy concerns.” ��

"This conference examines urgent issues as commercial space activity quickly outruns existing space regulations,” said Brad Bernthal, Executive Director of Silicon Flatirons. “This is what Silicon Flatirons does best. We convene top experts, and different opinions, to tackle tough questions in technology policy.”����

��Conference topics will range from addressing the challenges of maintaining orbital space as a resource to issues like managing radio frequencies to keep satellite communications from interfering with each other or with terrestrial communications. Sessions include “Historical Lessons for Governing the Final Frontier,” “Contemporary Challenges in Space Governance,” and “Resolving Spectrum Conflicts Between Active Users in Space and on Earth.”��

“Exploitation of space can be a huge benefit for the U.S. and the entire world if managed appropriately,” Gremban explained. “However, as with any other natural resource, inappropriate actions can have drastic consequences for everyone. It’s time to draw attention to the challenges of regulating space in order to maintain it as a global resource. As we know, regulation can stifle or encourage innovation.”�� ��

Colorado Law serves as a superb launch point for the��conference. The state itself is a hub for the space industry and is already home to a number of existing and startup space companies such as Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, as well as newcomers Kayhan Space and Capella Space. Additionally, CU houses one of the largest aerospace engineering departments in the U.S. along with��the , one of the premier academic institutes exploring space.�� ��

Keynote speakers include Anna Gomez, FCC Commissioner; David Goldman, Vice President of Satellite Policy at SpaceX; and Adam Cassady, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and Deputy Administrator at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). In addition to the three keynote addresses, participants will hear from more than 25 different speakers across seven sessions. The results of the conference discussions will be documented in a report.��

“A particularly interesting discussion will be on so-called “dark and quiet skies,” meaning keeping the skies clear for radio and optical astronomy, for amateur star-gazing, and to preserve the legends, myths, and religions that reside in the visible stars,” Gremban said. “There are a number of designated dark sky locations around the world, but that won’t matter if brightly reflecting satellites obscure the constellations.”��

Registration for the conference is now open, and a remote option will be available. Additionally, CLE credits for Colorado attorneys are pending. Visit the for more details.����

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