Space leaders from around the globe are gathering in Washington, D.C., for a major event focused on human space exploration. The **2025 Humans to the Moon & Mars Summit** (H2M2) takes place on May 28 and 29 at George Washington University’s Jack Morton Auditorium. Organized by Explore Mars, Inc., this summit is a chance for experts from government, industry, and academia to discuss the future of space travel.
As we approach a return to the Moon and aim for Mars, H2M2 will showcase cutting-edge strategies in human spaceflight. Panels feature top experts from NASA, Blue Origin, and other space agencies. Each day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET, with a virtual option available through a live webcast.
Chris Carberry, CEO of Explore Mars, emphasizes the urgency: “By 2030, humanity should land on Mars.” With many nations committed to NASA’s Artemis Accords, the summit will explore global partnerships in space exploration. Currently, 55 countries have signed these agreements to promote peaceful cooperation on moon and Mars missions.
Experts at the summit will tackle vital issues like crew safety and the challenges of long space missions. The focus will also be on sustainable habitats for the Moon and Mars. It’s an exciting time as companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin play a growing role in these efforts.
Recent studies show that the potential for human life on Mars is more attainable than ever. Space.com’s editor-in-chief, Tariq Malik, will lead a panel addressing new evidence supporting the idea of long-term human settlement on the red planet.
The summit features notable speakers, including:
- Vanessa Wyche, Acting Associate NASA Administrator – She oversees human spaceflight operations and will discuss future missions.
- David Limp, CEO of Blue Origin – Limp will share insights on lunar missions and plans for Mars exploration.
- Dr. Shawna Pandya, Physician-Scientist – A candidate for spaceflight, she will talk about the challenges astronauts face during long missions.
- Dr. Bhavya Lal, Associate Administrator at NASA – Lal will focus on integrating new technologies for lunar and Martian exploration.
- Mike Gold, Chief Growth Officer for Redwire Space – He will address legal frameworks for sustainable exploration beyond Earth.
Gathering at this pivotal moment, expert knowledge and teamwork could set the path for future space exploration. For more details on registration and speakers, check out the event page.