SMRTR TechJun 24, 2026Hacker News

Elon should remain focused on Mars; diverting to the Moon would be a mistake

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Elon Musk recently announced SpaceX is shifting focus to building a city on the Moon, claiming it's faster than Mars. However, this would be a serious mistake — the Moon lacks carbon, nitrogen, and concentrated minerals, making a self-sustaining city nearly impossible. Mars, with its water ice, CO2 atmosphere, and enriched minerals, is far better suited for human settlement despite being farther away.

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