A recap and video of this event is available here. At 10AM EST on Friday, April 1, the American Security Project will host a virtual meeting with Dr. Tymofiy Mylovanov, President of the Kyiv School of Economics and former Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Agriculture of Ukraine. Dr. Mylovanov will provide a first-hand account […]
Please join the American Security Project at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 for a conversation with Congressman John Curtis (R-UT), chairman of the Conservative Climate Caucus.
A recap and video of this event is available here. In response to the illegal invasion of Ukraine, the United States and allied partners imposed an unprecedented sanctions regime on Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russian individuals, and the Russian economy. But questions remain on whether these economic measures will alter the political calculations in Moscow. […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Around the world, governments, organizations, and industry partners are increasingly focused on energy technology, energy security, and the transition to net-zero. While there is cause for optimism, the scope, scale, and speed of innovation and investments present unique challenges, and sectors are unevenly exposed to […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Theaters for conflict have grown in the last several decades to now include the digital universe and cyberspace. The borderless nature of these forums enables perpetrators to attack critical infrastructure, large populations and pose a serious threat to U.S. national security. Cyber disruptions are widespread […]
The Biden Administration has supercharged U.S. energy transition, and the Department of Energy is playing a key role.
A recap and video of this event is available here. As Ukrainians continue to fight for their very lives and the right to determine their own future, the impact of Russia’s invasion will undoubtedly be felt for generations. With no end to Russia’s hostilities in sight, and Ukraine’s future uncertain, the U.S. and its allies […]
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 […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Several recent Department of Defense strategies and plans have specified electric vehicles as a key component necessary to reduce U.S. military carbon emissions. From transitioning tactical vehicle fleets to the electrification of warfighting platforms, the future of EVs and the military has no shortage of […]
Impacts from climate change, like sea level rise and an increase in extreme weather events, are at the forefront of military operations and planning in Norfolk, Virginia.
A recap and video of this event is available here. The war in Ukraine continues to drag on, with Russia having to abandon early invasion goals and Ukrainian forces bravely countering the Russian offensive with significant assistance from the West. Please join us on Wednesday, June 1 for a special conversation with General Philip M. […]
IUU fishing is rapidly becoming a primary maritime security concern both in the U.S. and for our allies and partners. It has widespread impacts on both economies and security, from the cost of seafood itself to transshipment and human trafficking.
Through trade policy, policymakers can build environmentally sustainable supply chains, incentivize renewable energy investment, and make the green economy a profitable pursuit.
Climate change is impacting every industry in Nevada and the surrounding area. From public health and the hospitality industry to agriculture and water resources, climate change is fundamentally changing how the state does business and how the military operates in the region.
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Friday, July 1 for a special conversation with Admiral James G. Stavridis, former NATO Supreme Allied Commander. Admiral Stavridis will share his analysis of the NATO Summit in Madrid, the new NATO Strategic Concept, NATO enlargement, and threats to the […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Tuesday, July 12 for a conversation on President Joseph R. Biden’s upcoming trip to the Middle East with Linda Robinson, Director of the Center for Middle East Public Policy and Senior International Defense Researcher at RAND, and Steven A. Cook, […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Russia’s war in Ukraine has caused a great deal of turmoil in global energy markets and forced a conversation on energy security. The geopolitics of energy has been shaken to its foundation as nations reconsider their energy sources and future energy partners, as well as […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Tuesday, July 26 for a special conversation with former NATO Ambassador Douglas Lute. Ambassador Lute will share his views on NATO’s new Strategic Concept, threats to the alliance, NATO enlargement, and how the alliance is responding to the Russian invasion […]
A video and recap of this event is available here. Please join us on Wednesday, August 3, for a conversation on kidnapping and political hostage taking in international affairs with Dr. Danielle Gilbert, a Rosenwald Fellow in U.S. Foreign Policy and International Security at Dartmouth College and a Nonresident Fellow with the Modern War Institute at the U.S. Military Academy at […]
West Virginia plays a critical role in U.S. energy supply. What's the future of clean energy in a state where coal is king?
A recap and video of this event is available here. Please join us on Friday, August 12, for a discussion on effectively communicating the climate crisis, the history of misinformation about climate change, and how to inoculate against climate disinformation. We will be joined by Dr. Edward Maibach, a distinguished Professor and Director of George […]
A recap and video of this event is available here. Please join us on Wednesday, August 31, for a conversation with Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA) to discuss how to improve the climate resilience of the Armed Forces and installations operated by U.S. allies. Congressman Peters will explore gaps in current DoD programs & authorities […]
The Pine Tree state has spearheaded a comprehensive approach to mitigating climate change – from establishing the Maine Climate Council to implementing a statewide action plan. Despite facing a range of climate hazards from sea-level rise to warming sub-Arctic waters, the state has adopted bold action on climate that can serve as an example for other states.
This year, the U.S. Army missed its recruiting goal by 25%, as obesity increasingly reduces the number of qualified recruits. Join us as we discuss our new report's findings and recommendations to deal with obesity's impacts on the recruiting crisis.
Renewable energy and electrification play a critical role in the clean energy transition. Please join us on Wednesday, November 16, for ASP’s first installment of the Innovating Out of the Climate Crisis series, focused on innovation and policy implications for electrification.
Demand for hydrogen has grown threefold since 1975 and has become extremely popular as a potential source of clean energy. But with an extremely high cost and high energy consumption for production, what role can green hydrogen really play in the clean energy transition?
A recap and video of this event is available here. Despite decades of emissions reductions pledges, countries’ carbon emissions continue to rise, and with them global temperatures. The last eight years were the world’s hottest-ever, and without rapid action the goal of limiting overall global warming to 1.5° C may soon be out of […]
The rapid growth in electric vehicles (EVs) today is part of a fundamental shift in transportation. Building on ASP's important work in the state of Florida, we're partnering with the Electrification Coalition for an upcoming in-person event that explores the implications of increased electrification in rural Florida and the connections to national security.
In the coming decades, climate change will make farmers’ jobs more difficult than ever, as rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and spreading pests all take their toll on production. But agriculture is not a neutral actor: emissions from the sector account for more than 10 percent of the U.S. total, only marginally less than those from all commercial businesses and residences. Join ASP for a discussion on how innovation in agriculture—including advances in biotech, animal husbandry, soil and nutrient management, and more—can help agriculture adapt to climate change, reduce emissions, or even become a net carbon sink.
