The former astronaut has spoken out strongly on the need to put Earth’s health ahead of financial gain and about the necessity of environmental protection since his return to Earth.
His charitable work includes the Manna Energy Foundation, which works to provide access to safe drinking water in underdeveloped countries, and the global change initiative Fragile Oasis.
The knowledge gained from space exploration might hold the secret to securing Earth’s prosperity for future generations as humankind keeps reaching for the stars.