24 hours of global perspectives on space sustainability
Join us on 24 – 25 November for the 2026 GNOSIS Conference. A truly global free virtual event – with three conference sessions in sequence over a single 24 hour period – hosted in the Europe/Middle East/Africa; Americas; and Asia-Pacific Regions.
The event will bring people together to share knowledge, raise awareness and build the connections needed to tackle the challenges of space sustainability.
The future of space sustainability will not be decided in one country, one sector or one discipline.
Space is often described as a global commons. It has no borders, and its benefits reach every corner of the globe. But those benefits are increasingly at risk from congestion, debris, space weather and other shared challenges.
Where will the solutions come from? Vienna, Washington DC, Beijing, London, Riyadh, São Paulo, Cape Town – and beyond?
Every space-faring nation has a role to play in keeping space safe and sustainable. The Global Network on Sustainability in Space (GNOSIS) provides a platform for sharing knowledge across borders and disciplines, helping to build collaboration and accelerate progress towards viable solutions for the sustainable use of space.
GNOSIS26 is a free 24-hour virtual conference following the sun across the world. The event will highlight shared global priorities, spotlight regional perspectives and create space for voices from across the global space community – not only those most often heard.
Join us to share knowledge, challenge assumptions and work together to keep space safe, sustainable and open for future generations.
Keynote Speakers
We’re delighted to announce our first keynote speakers for GNOSIS26.
More speakers will be announced soon. Check back regularly for the latest additions to our programme.
Outline Programme
Europe, Middle East and Africa
24 November 2026
Regional Co-Chair: Katherine Courtney
| Time (CET) | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00–10:10 | Welcome and opening remarks |
| 10:10–10:30 | Keynote address |
| 10:30–12:00 | Knowledge, Skills and Capability Gaps Exploring challenges in areas such as space situational awareness, space traffic management, space weather, standards, data sharing and policy development. |
| 12:00–12:30 | Break and community video showcase |
| 12:30–14:00 | Regional Priorities and Global Collaboration Examining regional perspectives, shared challenges, opportunities for collaboration and barriers to progress. |
| 14:00–14:15 | Break and community video showcase |
| 14:15–15:45 | Solutions – Getting the Next Decade Right Focusing on practical solutions, policy approaches, technology developments and international roadmaps for a sustainable space environment. |
| 15:45–16:00 | Closing reflections |
North and South America
24 November 2026
Regional Co-Chair: Marieta Valdivia Lefort
| Time (MST) | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00–10:10 | Welcome and opening remarks |
| 10:10–10:30 | Keynote address |
| 10:30–12:00 | Knowledge, Skills and Capability Gaps Exploring challenges in areas such as space situational awareness, space traffic management, space weather, standards, data sharing and policy development. |
| 12:00–12:30 | Break and community video showcase |
| 12:30–14:00 | Regional Priorities and Global Collaboration Examining regional perspectives, shared challenges, opportunities for collaboration and barriers to progress. |
| 14:00–14:15 | Break and community video showcase |
| 14:15–15:45 | Solutions – Getting the Next Decade Right Focusing on practical solutions, policy approaches, technology developments and international roadmaps for a sustainable space environment. |
| 15:45–16:00 | Closing reflections |
Asia-Pacific
25 November
Regional Co-Chair: Yang Gao
| Time (JST) | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:00–10:10 | Welcome and opening remarks |
| 10:10–10:30 | Keynote address |
| 10:30–12:00 | Knowledge, Skills and Capability Gaps Exploring challenges in areas such as space situational awareness, space traffic management, space weather, standards, data sharing and policy development. |
| 12:00–12:30 | Break and community video showcase |
| 12:30–14:00 | Regional Priorities and Global Collaboration Examining regional perspectives, shared challenges, opportunities for collaboration and barriers to progress. |
| 14:00–14:15 | Break and community video showcase |
| 14:15–15:45 | Solutions – Getting the Next Decade Right Focusing on practical solutions, policy approaches, technology developments and international roadmaps for a sustainable space environment. |
| 15:45–16:00 | Closing reflections |
Community Contributions
Short pre-recorded video contributions from the global space sustainability community will be showcased throughout the event during breaks and transition periods.
Sponsors and Supporters
Organising Committee
Katherine CourtneyChair of GNOSIS
Stuart EvesGNOSIS Programme Manager
James BlakeGNOSIS Network Manager
Carly BeckermanDurham UniversitySpace Research Centre
Marieta Valdivia LefortRoyal Astronomical Society (RAS)
Christina MunnDurham UniversitySpace Research Centre