Viasat Beyond: Space UK STEM innovation competition - Mesha Tennyson (U6)

Viasat is a global satellite communications company operating in space, and, in this unique competition, I had to develop ideas to help space stay sustainable, safe, and equitable by tackling the exponential growth of space debris. There were three phases which have been in the running since October 2023. I had to give my answers to two questions: Why this issue was important to me? & What is my potential solution? I then proceeded to the second phase where I had to create a 60 second video about my idea. Next, Phase three; me and four others were invited to pitch our ideas to an esteemed panel of judges at the Viasat London HQ. I was guided by amazing mentors from the company, and I met so many inspiring people at this event. I placed 3rd out of 1,200 and won £1,875 as an educational grant! I have also won a work experience week with the other four amazing contestants in the summer to look forward to.