I referred to the example that the threat of nuclear war led to a treaty about nuclear weapons, the threat of the ozone hole also led to an international treaty. The increased technological capabilities promote globalization, which makes conflicts less likely. It is essential for the search for life in space. The formation and development of the solar system is very important in this context. Each celestial body of our solar system is a case study and enlarges our horizons, showing what we may expect outside the solar system.
Space exploration is a cultural task.
By Dr Andreas Heidenreich, August 1999. Demon Internet Ltd. The material on this page may be copied and redistributed freely, providing that the original author is acknowledged.