Committee Rating
FHSMUN’s United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPOUS) is appropriate for all delegates, especially those with an interest in international expansions into space.
Topics
The exponential growth of space activity has led to a significant increase in orbital debris, posing risks to satellites, space exploration, and even life on Earth. Delegates in COPUOS will address the urgent need for international collaboration to mitigate this threat. Topics include developing and sharing debris-tracking technology, establishing global standards for satellite decommissioning, and exploring innovative solutions such as active debris removal. Delegates will also consider the economic and security implications of addressing orbital debris, ensuring that efforts to secure the future of space exploration are inclusive and equitable.