Bezos targets a sustainable lunar base after investing $28 billion since 2000

Fifty years after the first manned lunar landing, Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos has outlined his vision for a sustainable presence on the moon. Speaking to Fox News presenter Bret Baier in October 2026, Bezos proposed building a permanent lunar base rather than sending isolated missions.

During the interview, Bezos emphasized the vastly different circumstances that allowed the Apollo program to achieve its goals. In 1969, the US devoted nearly 3% of its GDP to the effort, reflecting the strategic importance of beating the Soviet Union in the space race. However, Bezos argued that the original Apollo missions are no longer feasible due to technological and financial constraints.

Rather than replicating the Apollo approach, Bezos envisions a more sustainable lunar presence. His company, Blue Origin, has invested $28 billion since its founding in 2000 to develop the necessary technologies. Bezos stated that future lunar missions should focus on creating infrastructure that supports ongoing scientific research and further exploration.

One potential advantage of the moon is its proximity to Earth, enabling relatively quick travel times of around three days. Bezos sees the moon as a source of valuable resources, such as solar cells and rocket propellant, which could support future missions beyond the lunar surface. However, he has not yet established a timeline for an initial public offering of Blue Origin.