Commuting to the Moon by 2030
Tech billionaires are turning the dream of living and working in space into reality.
1The Dream of Living and Working in Space
Tech leaders like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Sam Altman predict a future where humans live and work in space. Dylan Taylor, CEO of Voyager Technologies, supports this vision and expects a lunar base to be established by the early 2030s. Taylor says people will live and work on the Moon, and lights will be visible from Earth.
2The International Space Station and the Future
Taylor notes that the International Space Station has had humans continuously for 26 years. However, he emphasizes that this is limited to trained astronauts. The industry is actively working to expand this experience to the general population, meaning more people will work in space in the future.
3What Jobs Will Exist in Space?
Taylor predicts jobs like resource mining, orbital data centers, and power grid construction will emerge in space. He believes humanoid robots cannot fully replace humans in these roles, especially on the Moon, where problem-solving skills will be crucial.
4Mars: A Backup Plan
Taylor says Mars is a backup plan for humanity, not a new home. Due to its distance and radiation issues, living on Mars will be challenging. However, he acknowledges it could serve as a refuge in case of a catastrophic event on Earth.
5Dylan Taylor's Space Journey
Taylor began as an angel investor in Space Adventures in 2007 and invested early in Relativity Space. In 2017, he founded Space For Humanity and launched Voyager Technologies in 2019. The company went public on the NYSE, reaching a $3.8 billion valuation. Taylor flew to space with Blue Origin in 2021, becoming the 606th human in space.
6Elon Musk's Mars Plans
Elon Musk aims to send humans to Mars with SpaceX. He predicts humans will be on Mars by 2028 but admits his past predictions haven't always been accurate. Musk believes Mars should serve as an alternative for humanity.
7Jeff Bezos' Space Vision
Jeff Bezos predicts millions will live in space by 2045, with robots commuting to the Moon. Through Blue Origin, Bezos is advancing space tourism and robotics. He envisions robots handling work on the lunar surface.
8The Future of Working in Space
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says future college graduates will work in new, exciting, and high-paying jobs in space. Altman believes the career opportunities for the younger generation will be far more exciting than those of his own generation. Space could become the new frontier for the workforce.
Original article: Fortune | FORTUNE — 2030'da Ay'a İşe Gidip Gelebiliriz