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.
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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 topicEurope’s Spaceport covers 700 sq km in the northeast of South America in French Guiana and as a restricted area offers protection to a rare biodiversity of wildlife.
Access to the territory is regulated, while guns and the removal of species are prohibited. It is therefore one of the largest natural protected areas on the Guiana coast.