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NASA has accelerated its plans to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon by aiming to build a nuclear reactor by 2030. The project is central to ensuring a steady and reliable power supply for future lunar bases, critical for both human survival and technological operations. The reactor is expected to generate 100 kilowatts, which, though modest compared to onshore wind turbines, will be sufficient for lunar conditions. This timeline underscores NASA’s long-term strategy for lunar colonization, while also positioning the United States ahead in the global competition, as China and Russia plan similar stations by 2035.