Elon Musk has been focusing on planning for life on Mars, with SpaceX employees working on designing dome habitats, spacesuits, and researching the possibility of human colonization. Musk aims to have one million people living on Mars in about 20 years. His ambitious vision for a Martian colony is driven by his lifelong goal of making life multi-planetary.
Key Points
SpaceX employees are working on designing dome habitats, spacesuits, and researching human colonization of Mars
Musk aims to have one million people living on Mars in about 20 years
His vision for a Martian colony underlies most of his business endeavors, driven by the goal of making life multi-planetary
Pros
Advances in space exploration and potential for human colonization of other planets
Creating a self-sustaining civilization on Mars could ensure human survival in case of catastrophic events on Earth
Cons
Challenges and risks associated with colonizing Mars, including harsh environment, distance from Earth, and unknown factors
Debate over feasibility and timeline of Musk's vision for a Martian city