The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe’s space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
Find out more about space activities in our 22 Member States, and understand how ESA works together with their national agencies, institutions and organisations.
Exploring our Solar System and unlocking the secrets of the Universe
Go to topicProtecting life and infrastructure on Earth and in orbit
Go to topicUsing space to benefit citizens and meet future challenges on Earth
Go to topicMaking space accessible and developing the technologies for the future
Go to topicA person braves strong winds and rain amid swaying palm trees in San Juan, Puerto Rico, as adverse weather brought by Hurricane Luis hit the island Wednesday 6 September 1995. Hurricane Luis brought shrieking winds and torrential rains to Puerto Rico, but spared the Caribbean island its greatest wrath which included at least 130 miles per hour winds.