Working Groups
Working Groups are at the core of the 9th E-SGW. Thanks to our sponsors, we have put together a series of 7 WGs covering a range of exciting topics that will allow fruitful discussions among delegates following the theme of the event: lunar exploration. Supported by Subject Matter Experts, these WGs will tackle some of the challenges (and opportunities) that the European space industry faces, and chart a new path forward.
Working Group Topics (to be confirmed):
- Lunar Science and Exploration
- Building the Lunar Economy
- Laws and Policy
- Industry, Technology and Infrastructure
- Humans on the Moon
- Inspiration and education
- Sustainability
WG1 – Lunar Science and Exploration
The Moon is becoming increasingly accessible, which opens the door to exciting new missions and scientific opportunities across fields such as geology, astronomy and more. In this WG, delegates will imagine new mission proposals to conduct groundbreaking science on the Moon with the help of the latest advancements in spaceflight technology.
WG2 – Building the Lunar Economy
As space becomes a place to do business and governments strive to establish a permanent Human presence on the lunar surface, private actors are increasingly turning their attention towards the Moon. How can start-ups, established industry players and agencies build a sustainable lunar economy? Delegates in this working group will face the challenges of navigating this new environment to imagine some business cases and exciting new applications for lunar spaceflight.
WG3 – Law and Policy
The Moon Law & Policy Working Group is a Model UN style workshop focused on discussing legal frameworks to address contemporary lunar issues such as resource utilization, territorial claims, and international cooperation. By analyzing case studies and hypothetical conflicts, delegates refine legal arguments, propose policy recommendations, and contribute to responsible lunar exploration and development.
WG4 – Industry, Technology and Infrastructure
The Moon is no longer just a distant dream; it’s the next frontier for innovation and exploration. Delegates are invited to delve into the pressing challenges facing lunar exploration and colonisation. From robotics and AI to in-situ resource utilisation and lunar transportation, this working group will focus on identifying the obstacles that must be overcome to ensure safe and effective Moon missions. By reflecting on both current and emerging hurdles, participants will help prioritise which challenges need immediate attention, guiding the advancement of key technologies.
WG5 – Humans on the Moon
The Humans on the Moon Working Group explores the challenges of establishing a safe, long-term, and internationally collaborative human presence on the Moon. Through scenario-based problem-solving, participants tackle key topics such as designing lunar spacesuits, responding to astronaut distress situations, building habitable and secure lunar shelters, and ensuring that diverse international crews can live and work together effectively.
By combining engineering, human factors, and safety considerations, this working group provides a hands-on, multidisciplinary approach to solving real challenges for the next generation of lunar explorers.
WG6 – Inspiration and Education
The Inspiration and Education Working Group will see the delegates brainstorm workshop strategies to develop a kit to educate children in Europe across different age groups on lunar exploration, focusing particularly on the Artemis mission and the Gateway. The strategies may include incorporating educational methods such as roleplaying, hands-on activities, and expert presentations tailored to different age groups.
WG7 – Sustainability
The Sustainability Working Group is dedicated to ensuring humanity’s long-term presence on the Moon while preserving its delicate environmental balance. Delegates will be presented with a situational scenario and tasked with brainstorming innovative solutions to address the challenges they encounter.
