Space matters more than you may realise
Space technologies are seamlessly integrated into life on Earth.
What we can see and the data we collect from space supports all kinds of practical things – from online banking and shopping to forecasting weather and GPS.
The space sector also supports our efforts to create a more sustainable environment, as well as making us healthier and safer.
Space makes us think bigger – to push the boundaries of what is possible. It encourages us to be curious, to innovate, and enhance our way of life.
Everyday life
Space provides weather forecasts, navigation and communications on-the-go.
Sustainability
Space helps address global challenges such as climate change.
Health
Space creates opportunities for medical innovation and better health.
Safety
Space technologies protect us from adversity and risks, such as natural disasters.
Inspiration
Space generates new ideas for solving problems.
Why space matters
Why space matters
Explore in more detail how space improves our lives.
Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot. The only home we’ve ever known
– Carl Sagan (Astronomer)
Earth: Our precious space
Sustainability is one of the biggest challenges we are facing as a planet.
Here are some examples of how space plays an important role in making Earth a more sustainable place.
Satellites monitor changing environmental conditions of our oceans, land, and atmosphere.
Agricultural equipment can be remotely controlled with the help of satellites to maximise farm productivity and efficiency.
Space tech forecasts energy production and identifies the best locations for renewable energy.
Satellites monitor pollution to inform how we protect the air we breathe.
Satellites collect and relay sensor data to track wildlife, which helps manage and protect their habitats.
Satellites sense soil moisture and vegetation and land characteristics to help increase crop yield.
Space supporting industries and our planet
Read about how space technology improves various industries and protects Earth.
Exploring space with Australian resources
The Australian technology used in mining and resources has more crossover into space exploration and science than you may think.
Homegrown AgTech using space to benefit farmers
Australia’s economy and our way of living is becoming more reliant on space – and this is opening significant opportunities for agriculture.
Protecting our oceans and water, using space
Satellites and other space technologies are playing an important role to protect Australia’s marine ecosystems and offshore industries.
Australia’s emergency services rely on space
Space technology is offering a vital lifeline for Australia’s emergency services through Earth observation imaging, connectivity, communications and much more.
Space environment advancing medical science
Space-based research has resulted in important scientific discoveries and gains for the medical field. Data gathered is already creating healthier lives on Earth.
Space tools essential for future urban planning
As Earth’s cities and population grow, urban planners are embracing innovative solutions from space to mitigate future risks that our world will face.
Space has the Answers
Our new video series highlights how space technologies are helping Australia confront some of our biggest challenges.