European Space Agency ^Investors

The European Space Agency (ESA) is an international organization with 22 Member States. Its mission is to shape the development of Europe's space capability and ensure that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to Europe and the world. With a budget of €5.75 billion, ESA coordinates the financial and intellectual resources of its members to undertake programs and activities beyond the scope of any single European country. ESA's activities include space exploration, human spaceflight, launchers, telecommunications, navigation, monitoring, and space science. The organization also offers resources such as an illustrated guide to ESA, active blogs, and opportunities for individuals to submit ideas and contribute to space research and technology.