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Department of Defense Action on Climate Change

Climate change is already a major concern for US military planners. Meanwhile, American politicians continue to ignore the issue of this growing threat. Join ASP on December 11th as we discuss this important issue.

Hill Briefing: Understanding What’s Next in Fusion Energy

Russell Senate Office Building 188 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC, United States

Join ASP on December 15th in the U.S. Senate to discuss the significant progress made in advancing fusion for America's national security and energy future.

Lloyd’s and ASP Risk Forum: Pathways to City Resilience

Arnold & Porter 601 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join ASP and Lloyd's for a half day conference on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, to discuss the City Risk Index, the first ever analysis of economic output at risk in 301 major cities from 18 manmade and natural threats.

Emerging Global Threats: Effects of Climate Change on US Military Operations at Home and Abroad

NC Museum of Natural Sciences 11 West Jones Street, WRAL 3D Theater , Raleigh

Join Dr. David W Titley Rear Admiral USN (ret), and Brigadier General Stephen Cheney USMC (ret) for a discussion moderated by WRAL’s Greg Fishel on how the U.S. military is preparing to deal with climate disruption and what that means for both our national and global security.

Clean Energy: Bolstering our National Security at Home and Abroad

Credit Suisse 1 Madison Ave, New York, NY, United States

Date September 19, 2017 Time 5:00pm – 6:30pm Location Credit Suisse, 1 Madison Avenue, New York, NY   While the military clearly recognizes the threat of climate change to our national and global security, they are also one of the largest users of fossil fuel in the world. These concerns, combined with the vulnerability of bases […]

Military Base Resilience in Tampa Bay

Florida’s strategic importance in protecting America’s national security is indisputable. Home to over 20 military installations, Florida’s abundant coastline is a natural choice for military exercises and deterrence. Tampa in particular, host to two command centers, is a critical convergence of U.S. national security. Join the American Security Project on May 19th at 2pm EST […]

How the United Kingdom is Decarbonizing Defense & Adapting to Climate Change

A recap and video of this event is available here.   In March 2021, the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) released strategic guidance on how the MOD will address the challenge of climate change, the Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach. The new strategy highlights how climate change is relevant to defense, how the […]

Climate Change Impacts on National Security in South Florida

Florida International University 11200 SW 8TH ST, MIAMI, FL, United States

On 16 May join the American Security Project (ASP) and Florida International University (FIU) for an in-person discussion with Executive Director of the South Florida Defense Alliance Richard M. Miller, Florida House Representative James Vernon “Jim” Mooney, JR., ASP Consensus for American Security Member and former Florida Chief Resilience Officer Julia Nesheiwat, PhD., and FIU […]

Climate as National Security: Considerations for the Climate Conversation

Omni Shoreham Hotel 2500 Calvert Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia

Climate Security is a core component of U.S. national security. It exacerbates existing threats, risks, and hazards while simultaneously creating new ones. Join us for a discussion on the challenges already presented by climate change and Department of Defense adaptation/mitigation strategies.

Inflation Reduction Act at Year-One: Impacts and Opportunities for West Virginia

University of Charleston Erma Byrd Gallery, 2300 MacCorkle Avenue., SE Charleston, WV, United States

The U.S. has just marked the one year anniversary of the historic Inflation Reduction Act. As such, we are only at the beginning of seeing the benefits for states, including West Virginia. With more than $370 billion up for grabs, how are our leaders ensuring the incentives, grants, and benefits are reaching the people who need it most?

Climate and National Security in the Copper State: How Continued Climate Action Benefits Arizona and National Security

Concho Room, Arizona State University, Collaboratory on Central at the Westward Ho, 618 North Central Avenue #100, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Concho Room, Arizona State University, Collaboratory on Central at the Westward Ho, 618 North Central Avenue #100, Phoenix, Arizona

From Colorado River management to record setting extreme heat—Arizona has been front and center of climate risks and hazards. How Arizona manages and mitigates climate risk has profound implications not just for individuals and communities, but for U.S. national security.

Climate Security as National Security: Climate Change and the Hawkeye State

Old Capital Museum Senate Chamber 21 N Clinton Street, Iowa City, Iowa

Climate change is at the forefront of both foreign and domestic policy. While often discussed as an environmental issue, there are profound consequences for our national security, the military, and international relations. From an increase in severe weather events to food security and migration – the complexities of climate have far-reaching implications for both Iowans and the nation writ large.