# Planetary Colonization Researchers develop both practical and inessential plans for Mars colonies. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jan 31, 2018 | Category: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/business-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/planetary-colonization ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.8/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Planetary Colonization trend? **Planetary Colonization:** As research on the potential for human colonies on Mars continues to progress, scientists and businesses alike are creating new developments for the various structures, foods and beverages that could exist on the planet. This magnified focus on Mars colonization comes at a time where technological advancements make it an increasingly realistic goal. The inclusion of inessential innovations is an adaptation to the consumption-focused lifestyles that people have grown accustomed to–and makes the idea of Mars colonization more palatable for the average person. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 8, 2016 to Jan 31, 2018 - Published: Jan 31, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Co-creation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/co-creation), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Planetary Colonization trend ### Sustainable structures The use of sustainable structures for homes and buildings are a key trend in Mars colonization, as seen in the 3D-printed prototypes, the Mars City outside Dubai, and the Redwood Forest structure. ### Food and beverage innovation The creation of new methods for producing food and beverage is essential for sustainable living on Mars, as seen in the transformation of waste into space food by Penn State University scientists, experimenting with crops for Martian soil, and the focus on maximizing food output in the 3D-printed prototypes. ### Martian habitats The creation of Martian habitats, and emphasizing a comfortable living space is essential for sustaining human life on Mars, as seen in the New Home and Redwood Forest designs, and the Mars Science City outside Dubai. ## What the Planetary Colonization trend means for industry ### For Architecture and construction Architects and construction companies play a vital role in creating sustainable structures and comfortable living spaces on Mars. ### For Food and beverage The food and beverage industry will be crucial in developing new methods for producing food and beverage on Mars. ### For Space and exploration technology Advances in space and exploration technology will be needed to make Mars colonization a reality. ## Workshop question How can your brand take one of its less engaging business processes, products or services, and alter or re-position it to make it more palatable? ## Trend signals for Planetary Colonization Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 49%, activity 56%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 49% - Activity: 56% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Planetary Colonization trend 7 featured examples from Aug 8, 2016 to Jan 31, 2018. - [Martian Desert Colonies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-colony): Prototypes for the 3D-Printed Mars Colony Will Be Tested in the Mojave (Category: Tech) Implication: The 3D printing industry has a unique opportunity to advance its technology to support the construction of Mars colonies. - [Domed Martian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houses-on-mars): These Conceptual Designs for Houses on Mars Include Gargantuan Greenhouses (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The concept of houses on Mars indicates disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the space exploration industry. - [Intergalactic Habitat Proposals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-home): 'New Home' Imagines Comfortable Living Solutions on Mars (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The space exploration industry should explore opportunities to develop habitable living spaces for space travelers. - [Mars Colonization Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-explorer): The Mars Explorer Can Traverse the Red Planet with Ease (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies in the space technology industry are in prime position to develop the latest innovations for space exploration vehicles. - [Terrestrial Martian Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-science-city): 'Mars Science City' in Dubai Will Provide a Simulation Research Ground (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunities for advancements in space exploration technology and equipment. - [Martian-Grown Hops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-beer): Students at Villanova University Have Discoverd a Way to Produce Martian Beer (Category: Tech) Implication: The research carried out at Villanova could pave the way for more agriculture-based space missions, opening opportunities for space exploration companies to invest in food solutio… - [Waste-Transformed Space Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-for-astronauts): Scientists are Experimenting With Food for Astronauts Made From Feces (Category: Tech) Implication: The waste management industry can explore innovative methods like microbial reactors to efficiently process and convert waste into usable products. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Conversion](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-assisted-checkout) (Business) - [Occasion Commerce](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/occasion-commerce) (Business) - [Autonomous Merchandising](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomous-merchandising) (Business) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Business - [Performance-Based Creator Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-ad-platforms) - [MIami Pop-Culture Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-pop-culture-shirts) - [Natural Deodorant Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-beauty-studios) - [Mini Beauty Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-luxuries-store) All articles: [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business)