Master Thesis: Circularity in Satellite and Terrestrial Communications

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In short

This Master Thesis project will assess the sustainability challenges in satellite and terrestrial communications, focusing on resource circularity. The research involves a comparative life-cycle analysis to evaluate environmental impacts like energy use and GHG emissions, comparing ground-based and orbital infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Compare satellite and terrestrial communication systems from a global perspective, including both ground-based and orbital infrastructure.
Assess environmental impacts, focusing on energy use, GHG emissions, material and resource efficiency, and the risk of resource depletion.
Develop an LCA approach informed by published research, interviews with internal and external stakeholders, and independent research.

Requirements

A quantitative comparative LCA describing the environmental impacts of terrestrial communication relative to satellite solutions under current conditions.
A forward-looking assessment of expected materials use, energy demand, and GHG emissions over the next 10–20 years.

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