The Ethics of Space Settlement

Explore the ethical implications of space settlement in this thought-provoking lecture by astrophysics engineer Erika Nesvold. Delve into crucial questions about living in outer space, including environmental concerns, property rights, resource sharing, and the potential discovery of extraterrestrial life. Examine complex issues such as criminal justice, personal freedoms, medical emergencies, and the impact on future generations in space colonies. Learn about Nesvold's journey from astronomer to space ethicist and discover her interdisciplinary approach combining ethics, sociology, history, and law. Gain insights into the importance of global dialogue on these topics as humanity moves towards multi-planetary habitation and consider practical suggestions for sustainable space living.

Frome astronomer to space ethicist
Why worry about ethics in space?
How will we live with the space environment?
Who owns space?
How will we share space?
How can we protect the space environment?
What is there is life in outer space?
Criminal justice in space - space prisons?
Dissent and liberty in space
Medical emergencies in space
Future generations in space
Suggestions for how we can live in space