This official Ecsite Space Group session explores how space science and technology can raise public awareness on the responsible use of water and food.

Seen from far away, Earth is a pale blue dot. This is our spaceship, with its limited life support system.

Besides generating images that capture the public imagination, satellites now collect real time information on the transformation of forests, deserts, polar ice or oceans, giving us new responsibilities regarding the limited resources at our disposal.

Science centres and museums have a role to play in engaging the public on these important issues. No other institutions are more skilled to transform space images into tools to communicate with different audiences, contributing to a responsible society.