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LAS VEGAS EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Spanish Trail Country Club 5050 Spanish Trail Lane, Las Vegas, NV, United States

Join us June 11, 2014 at 5:30pm for a discussion at the Spanish Trail Country Club in Las Vegas, Texas. In 2014-2015, the American Security Project (ASP) is undertaking a grassroots effort to build a consensus among Americans around the country from left to right, and especially among the non-political, that climate change is not simply a low-priority ‘green’ issue: but instead it is a pressing national security threat.

National Security and Climate Change – Perspectives from the Military

The Morgan Library 225 Madison Avenue, New York City, NY, United States

Join ASP at The Morgan Library in New York City on September 22, 2014 as we host a panel of three retired military leaders as they discuss the threats of climate change around the world and why action needs to be taken now.

INDIANAPOLIS EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Butler University 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, IN, US

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 October 14, 2014 at Butler University as we discuss the implications of climate change on the Midwest.

INDIANAPOLIS EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Anderson University 1100 E Fifth St., Anderson, IN, US

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 October 15, 2014 at Anderson University as we discuss the implications of climate change on the Midwest.

ORLANDO EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

University of Central Florida 12715 Pegasus Dr., Orlando, FL, United States

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 at the University of Central Florida on Monday, November 17th as we discuss this important issue.

TAMPA EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

The University of Tampa 401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL, US

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 at the University of Tampa on Tuesday, November 18th as we discuss this important issue.

FSC EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Florida Southern College 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland, FL, US

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 at Florida Southern College on Wednesday, November 19th as we discuss this important issue.

LSU EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Louisiana State University Nicholson Drive Extension, Baton Rouge, LA, US

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 at Louisiana State University on Wednesday, March 25th as we discuss this important issue.

TULANE UNIVERSITY EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Tulane University 201 Briggs Center, New Orleans, LA, US

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 at Tulane University on Thursday, March 26th as we discuss this important issue.

Discussion with Gov. Christine Todd Whitman: Climate Change Calls for Clean and Safe Energy

First Presbyterian Church 540 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States

Governor Whitman at the World Affairs Council of Hilton Head Island as she discusses the important issue of climate change and its impact on clean, safe energy. She will recount her experience as governor as well as the Administrator of the EPA. Come join this exciting event.   Christine Todd Whitman is the Chairwoman of American […]

ASU EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

ASU 781 E. Terrace Mall, Tempe, AZ, US

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 at Arizona State University on Tuesday, April 28th as we discuss this important issue.

Climate Change and National Security: Press Conference – Chicago

Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Chicago Wacker Dr & Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

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 in Chicago at the Vietnam Memorial on Thursday, July 9th as we discuss this important issue.

DENVER EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Ireland Stapleton Law Firm 717 17th St., Denver, CO, United States

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 at Ireland Stapleton Law Firm on Wednesday, September 9th as we discuss this important issue.

COLORADO SPRINGS EVENT – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

Gill Center E Costilla St, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

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 at the Gill Center on Thursday, September 10th as we discuss this important issue.

College of Charleston Event – Climate Change: Risks for National Security

College of Charleston 66 George St, Charleston, SC, United States

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 at the College of Charleston on Monday, November 9th, as we discuss this important issue.

Hill Briefing: Opportunities in International Climate Cooperation

U.S. House of Representatives 2325 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC, US

Please join us on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 for a discussion of the latest updates and developments in international climate policy as nations prepare for international negotiations.

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.