Abreu signs the European Space Agency’s zero debris charter
Abreu Advogados has signed the European Space Agency’s Zero Debris Charter, an international commitment aimed at eliminating the generation of space debris by 2030.
The Zero Debris Charter sets out guiding principles designed to minimise the creation of new debris, mitigate the impact of existing materials and raise awareness of the risks associated with intensive use of outer space. The commitment also sets key technical targets for 2030, including the safe deactivation of satellites, the improvement of orbital conditions, collision prevention, the elimination of internal explosions and the prohibition of intentional debris release.
By joining this initiative, Abreu Advogados aligns itself with other Portuguese entities such as the Portuguese Space Agency, Critical Software, Neuraspace and SPACEO, and becomes part of the group of European signatories from the legal sector. It is currently the third European law firm to formalise its adherence.
The Zero Debris Community brings together more than 200 entities from 33 countries, including space agencies, technology companies, academic institutions and organisations dedicated to space safety and sustainability.
The signing was carried out by João Lupi, head of the space & satellites practice area, on behalf of Abreu Advogados.
