Joint workshop with UN to shine spotlight on satellite constellations

The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the SKAO are co-organising a workshop to discuss the impact of satellite constellations on astronomy.

Taking place from 9 to 11 December 2025, the joint workshop will bring together the diplomatic community, astronomers and satellite operators , providing an overview of activities to minimise the impact of satellites on the astronomical sciences.

As well as identifying and discussing mitigation measures, the workshop will also aim to encourage advancement in prediction and measurements resources, and the legal and regulatory aspects of keeping skies dark and quiet.

Participants in the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) Scientific and Technical Subcommittee meeting (2 to 13 February 2026 in Vienna), are particularly encouraged to participate. Further information is available here.