A deeper look at climate change and national security.

Baker, Arnold Barry ; Backus, George A. ; Romig, Alton Dale, Jr.

Sandia National Laboratories

关键词: Stresses;    National Security;    29 Energy Planning, Policy And Economy;    Climatic Change;    Security;   

DOI  :  10.2172/1010413
RP-ID  :  SAND2011-0039
RP-ID  :  AC04-94AL85000
RP-ID  :  1010413

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

Climate change is a long-term process that will trigger a range of multi-dimensional demographic, economic, geopolitical, and national security issues with many unknowns and significant uncertainties. At first glance, climate-change-related national security dimensions seem far removed from today's major national security threats. Yet climate change has already set in motion forces that will require U.S. attention and preparedness. The extent and uncertainty associated with these situations necessitate a move away from conventional security practices, toward a small but flexible portfolio of assets to maintain U.S. interests. Thoughtful action is required now if we are to acquire the capabilities, tools, systems, and institutions needed to meet U.S. national security requirements as they evolve with the emerging stresses and shifts of climate change.