As part of World Space Week’s 25th-anniversary celebrations, the 25 Companies Leading Innovation in Space and Climate Change campaign highlights businesses leveraging space technology to address environmental challenges. From emissions tracking to sustainable agriculture and renewable energy, these companies demonstrate how space-based solutions are driving practical impact in climate efforts.
How the Companies Were Selected
Over 100 companies were nominated for the campaign. A panel of judges reviewed the nominations and selected 25 companies that best demonstrated their ability to contribute to climate action through innovative space technologies. The selection process considered five key criteria: novelty of technology or solutions, cross-sector innovation, scalability and global impact, collaborative partnerships, and sustainability with a long-term vision.
The judges were:
- Shelli Brunswick – CEO & Founder, SB Global LLC
- Tory See – Director of Social Impact, Viasat
- Laura Champion – Head of International Partnerships, Lockheed Martin
- Oluseye Soyode-Johnson – Head of Strategic Partnerships & Innovation, Bundle Incorporated
- Stephan Reckie – Executive Director, Global Entrepreneurship Network
The Selected Companies
- Sirin Orbital Systems AG (Switzerland)
- GHGSat (Canada)
- 4Earth Intelligence (UK)
- SkyFi (USA)
- Airbus (France)
- Maxar Technologies (USA)
- Solaren (USA)
- SkyPower (USA)
- Mitsubishi Electric (Japan)
- Envision Solar (USA)
- Rocket Lab (USA)
- D-Orbit (Italy)
- CisLunar Industries (USA)
- Exolaunch (Germany)
- SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (Japan)
- NorthStar Earth & Space (Canada)
- Hydrosat (USA)
- Descartes Labs (USA)
- BlackSky (USA)
- SatSure (Switzerland)
- Planetary Technologies (Canada)
- SpaceX (USA)
- Prometheus Fuels (USA)
- ICEYE (Finland)
- Global Thermostat (USA)
Shelli Brunswick, CEO of SB Global LLC, selected Sirin Orbital Systems AG as the overall winner. Commenting on the decision, she said:
“Sirin Orbital stands out for its innovation in relation to Space-based Solar Power (SBSP) and Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) technologies. Their potential to revolutionize global energy systems and their focus on sustainability makes them the strongest contender.”
Sirin Orbital Systems AG is an innovative space-tech company based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializing in the development of advanced technologies for diverse needs of emerging space market. The company develops innovative technologies for space-based solar power, wireless power transfer, sustainable propulsion systems, on-orbit servicing and more. Their innovations are truly helping shape a more sustainable future for space exploration and benefits of mankind on the planet and beyond. More information about Sirin Orbital can be found on: https://sirin-os.com/
Space Technology Driving Climate Solutions
This campaign showcases how businesses are already using space technology to address environmental challenges. From satellite monitoring to carbon capture, these companies exemplify how space solutions contribute directly to climate action.
For more information, visit www.worldspaceweek.org