The number of satellites launched into space has grown substantially in recent years, and this enhanced access to space may enable new frontiers in sustainable development and climate monitoring. Emma Louden, astrophysicist and science communicator, has developed a series of questions to explore this newfound potential. From better climate modeling, to protection of ecosystems, to space-based power systems, predictions on these questions will inform decision-making for sustainable development on Earth.

Be sure to check out Emma's previous contributions to the Metaculus Journal, exploring topics such as:

• Our Life Underneath a Chaotic Orbital Environment: The Relationship Between Space Debris and Space Utilization
• The Global Push to Return to the Moon: Predicting the Lunar Landings and Trends of the 2020s
• Private Citizen Space Travel: Participation, Place, and Price