He studies space, but his startup is looking back at Earth to solve real-world problems. Christos Charalambous shares how space technology, data and entrepreneurship can come together to build smarter solutions for a more resilient future.

Christos Charalambous is the Founder and CEO of LIVIA and Altair Astronomy & Space. He is studying Aerospace Engineering and Astrophysics in the United States and works across space technology, entrepreneurship and public policy. In 2026, he became the first Cypriot to represent the European Union at the G20 Youth Summit, contributing to the Innovation and Digital Transformation track. Through LIVIA, he is developing new applications of Earth observation and remote sensing for more resilient and data-driven agriculture.