Open Lunar Foundation

Operating on the Moon is no small feat. As investment in lunar navigation and communication systems grows, it's clear that the future depends on more than just new infrastructure—it requires interoperability and open standards. These are the keys to building a resilient, global framework that supports every mission, from every nation, working together on the lunar surface. Read the recent blog post written by Jatan Mehta: https://lnkd.in/eMgFh48Z 

As lunar activity grows, missions are beginning to focus on the same high-value areas of the Moon, including sunlit peaks, shadowed craters, and stable landing sites. Without coordination, this convergence could lead to crowding, overlap, or even conflict. So how can we support peaceful lunar development while respecting the diversity of actors and interests involved? In part 1 of our latest blog series fellow Christine Tiballi explores the concept of lunar areas, a practical, voluntary framework that could help build trust and transparency among Moon missions, long before any formal governance structures exist. Read about it here: https://lnkd.in/guc3A_9k

Last year, our team engaged 150+ global stakeholders to gauge their receptivity and gather valuable feedback to inform the next phase of the Lunar Registry Project, a project working to enhance lunar mission coordination through transparent tracking and reporting of space objects and activities. From this evaluation, five key takeaways emerged and clear next steps were established. Learn more about the findings: https://lnkd.in/gi8YaFQW Last, but definitely not least, huge shoutout to Samuel Jardine, who led this important engagement campaign. 👏

Our work revolves around creating a peaceful, enduring presence on the Moon that benefits all life. To bring this vision to life, we work on establishing standards, norms, and essential infrastructure that will enable a sustainable lunar future, through a meticulous process including: generating ideas, investing in hunch research, building out concepts, and developing initiatives, and sharing our outcomes.  Learn more about Open Lunar, what we do, and how we do it: openlunar.org/about 

Our Board Member and Co-founder, Jessy Kate Schingler, was in India last week attending the Raisina Dialogue, where she spoke to the complex and evolving dynamics on the geopolitics of space. 🔹 Watch her panel discussion: Dark Matters: The Geopolitics of Space https://lnkd.in/gxXABkXF 🔹 Read her feature on dual-use technology in Firstpost: https://lnkd.in/g_zyZFcE #RaisinaDialogue2025 

Whether you’re passionate about space tech, governance, or the Moon’s potential for humanity, our monthly newsletter will keep you in the loop. Sign up today and be part of the movement towards a sustainable and collaborative lunar future: https://lnkd.in/gk7aKaMG #LunarExploration #SpacePolicy #SpaceSustainability #LunarFuture

Join us in welcoming Mehak Sarang, Open Lunar’s new Director of Industry Integration! With a background in commercial space, space economics, and technology roadmapping, all focused on lunar exploration, Mehak will play a key role in developing our projects. Read Mehak’s welcome note and learn more about her background and position: https://lnkd.in/gC_UBGG5 #SpaceEconomics #TechnologyRoadmapping #LunarRegistry

The Artemis Accords, a multilateral agreement spearheaded by the United States, plays a crucial role in enabling future commercial and scientific activities on the Moon. A key component of the Accords is the concept of "safety zones" — designated areas around lunar operations to ensure peaceful and cooperative exploration. However, these zones are controversial as they may conflict with the non-appropriation principle of the Outer Space Treaty. This publication explores the history, principles, and challenges surrounding the concept of safety zones in space. It provides an algorithm for their establishment and management while aligning with international law. The study offers pathways to implement safety zones iteratively, promoting responsible and sustainable lunar activity for the benefit of all. Read the publication here: https://lnkd.in/d-2atPrC 

Are you a startup-minded leader with experience in product development, enterprise sales, and community building? Do you believe in transparency and cooperation in space? Help Open Lunar build a first-of-its-kind global database for lunar coordination. We’re developing a Lunar Registry—a shared system for mission data, safety contacts, and lunar activity tracking. We need a leader to take it from prototype to reality. If this sounds like the right fit for you, please apply. Or, if someone comes to mind, please share this with them. https://lnkd.in/gfRk4tGW

We're excited to announce that Jatan Mehta, a passionate advocate for lunar exploration, has joined Open Lunar Foundation as our new Science Communications Lead. In this role, Jatan will help communicate our research efforts focused on the technical and policy building blocks necessary for sustainable and cooperative lunar exploration. Join us in welcoming Jatan to our community, and read his first article with us: As Moon Missions Mount Globally, We Need to Preserve Future Exploration and Science. Read Jatan’s welcome note here: https://lnkd.in/g2Em-4fA