Making Mars livable on a budget is no easy feat, but it's a tantalizing challenge. To start, we'd need to harness Martian resources like water, which could be used for drinking and growing crops. The thin Martian atmosphere poses a problem, but we might create habitable environments underground or inside protective structures. Utilizing 3D printing technology with locally sourced materials could be a game-changer in constructing habitats. Solar power and nuclear energy could provide the necessary electricity, and recycling systems would be essential for sustainability.

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