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Prosperity encompasses every good thing of life such as wealth, riches, sound health, affluence, well-being, plenty, ease, luxury, having speed, fortune, peace, joy, success. Economic prosperity means having a sustainable and developed economy while sustainable development includes economic growth, environmental protection and social equality. Space technologies have helped in poverty alleviation, job creation, sustainable water and sanitation management, advanced industrialization, gender equality etc. Space technology targets the three pillars of sustainability: economic development, environmental protection and social equity. This book gives detail of explanations / examples in which space technologies benefits extend to reach the earth. It's good to stand ready to continue its progress of innovation and exploration, to inspire and enlighten by: advancing space-related industries; promoting collaboration and support foreign policy; spurring innovation and business growth; leveraging interest in science and technology; inspiring people; and investing in technology. Space research will undoubtedly continue to yield amazing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs.
About the author
Funmilola Adebisi Oluwafemi works at the Space Agency of Nigeria - National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA). She has ventured into several space researches, both laboratory and theoretical. She writes and educates on the use of space science and technology for socio-economic benefits.
