Twitterati has not taken Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson’s comments on Elon Musk Twitter and SpaceX CEO’s interest in renaming Mars as he has expressed in many occasions. There are various claims to the red planet from both US and China, and other world leaders, but how does Musk, Tyson, NASA and Twitterati see it is what will clear the current air.
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has unveiled ambitious plans for the colonisation of Mars, including the possibility of renaming the Red Planet as “New World.” The proposal, shared on his social media, is part of Musk’s broader vision to establish a self-sustaining human settlement on Mars, ensuring the survival of humanity beyond Earth.
Wow, they really don’t get it.
Mars is critical to the long-term survival of consciousness.
Also, I’m not going to ask any venture capitalists for money. I realize that it makes no sense as an investment. That’s why I’m gathering resources. https://t.co/XVCpHKlusD
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 23, 2024
Musk has frequently emphasised the importance of Mars in securing the future of human consciousness. “Mars is critical to the long-term survival of consciousness,” Musk stated on X (formerly Twitter). He sees Mars as a second home for humanity that could protect civilisation from potential Earth-bound disasters.
SpaceX, under Musk’s leadership, is developing its Starship rocket to facilitate human and cargo transportation to Mars. The company has outlined plans for five uncrewed missions over the next two years to deliver resources like water, oxygen, and fuel while testing the necessary equipment. Musk envisions that the first crewed mission could occur as early as the 2030s. His strategy involves utilising Mars’ natural resources to build infrastructure and reduce reliance on Earth.
However, Musk’s plans have met with skepticism. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has questioned the practicality of Mars colonization, asking, “What’s the return on investment?” Musk countered, asserting that the endeavor is about preserving consciousness and not merely economic returns.
While the idea of renaming Mars is still in the conceptual stage, Musk’s determination to make life multi-planetary has reignited global discussions on space exploration and humanity’s future.
