
How Terraforming Will Work
Stuff You Should Know
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The Overpopulation Debate and Terraforming Futures
This chapter delves into the implications of population growth on global resources and discusses the severe challenges posed by a potential surge to 12 billion people by 2100. The hosts explore terraforming concepts as potential solutions for humanity's survival, including current NASA projects aimed at identifying exoplanets suitable for human life. They also highlight discussions on Mars' viability for terraforming, focusing on innovative methods to create a sustainable atmosphere while reflecting on the extensive time and resources needed for such monumental undertakings.
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