Space Economy
ESA seeks to ensure a sustainable growth of the European space sector and the creation of value to society, from basic research to service development.
Space Economy activities at ESA have four priorities:
- Monitor the space sector globally and Europe’s competitiveness
- Establish strategic partnerships, notably with the OECD, Eurostat and the EC JRC, and CERN
- Evaluate the social, economic and environmental impacts of space
- Provide the secretariat of the European Centre for Space Economy and Commerce, ECSECO
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With funding equivalent to €15 per European citizen
annually (compared to nearly €220 per citizen in the United States), ESA plays
a key role in supporting European space capabilities.
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Eurospace publishes the 2025 update of its facts & figures statistical series
Eurospace annually publishes the update of its Eurospace
facts & figures statistical series. The report focuses on assessing the economic value of
industrial activities associated with the design, development, and
manufacturing of sp...
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Create accountEvaluating the social, economic and environmental impacts of space in support of ESA Council at Ministerial level.
The programmes implemented through the European Space Agency
significantly contribute to Europe’s leadership in science, technology, and innovation.
With some of the most advanced satellites in Earth observation, communications,
and navigation, as well as world-renowned science and exploration missions, ESA
programmes provide crucial solutions for monitoring, early warning systems, and
supporting employment and growth while inspiring and protecting future generations.
In 2025, Ministers from ESA's 22 Member States will decide on the next space
missions that will play a critical role in supporting European nations in overcoming
challenges such as climate change, civil security, sustainable economy, and
sovereignty.
In preparation for this 2025 Ministerial Meeting (CM25), independent socio-economic
impact studies are currently underway. Their objective is to provide robust insights
into the social, economic, and environmental impacts of Europe’s investment in ESA
programmes.
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