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Don’t Succumb to Climate Fatalism
Climate policy is taking a hit, but succumbing to this backsliding is not the answer. Instead, there are real security, economic, and political benefits to hitting back.

Unpacking the Biden Administration’s Executive Order on AI Infrastructure
The Biden administration's latest executive order on AI aims to balance innovation with national security, economic competitiveness, and environmental sustainability.

Don’t Ignore the Security Risks of Climate Change Because of “Uncertainty”
Taking action on climate change requires moving beyond double standards about uncertainty and treating it in the same way as other security risks.

How to Clean Up the Clean Energy Transition: Preventing Violence Over New ‘Conflict Minerals’
Conflicts between industrial and artisanal mining should be considered as the clean energy transition increases the need for certain minerals.

The Climate Crisis and Aging: Capitalizing on Traditional Knowledge and Innovation
A Colombia case shows how older people can lead their communities to sustainability and resilience. Their participation is essential.

Maui After Fire Illustrates Need to Plan for Longer-Term Disaster Displacement
Evacuation is a key risk-reduction strategy. But it isn't always temporary. Yet governments usually don't account for longer-term scenarios.

Friends Don’t Let Friends Succumb to Climate Change: Competing With China by Helping Our Partners and Allies Adapt
In the Indo-Pacific, climate funding can help combat China's influence - boosting allies' climate resilience and U.S. national security.

Burning Threats: How Wildfires Undermine U.S. National Security
Climate change impacts like wildfires will affect readiness for the next war — from missed training exercises to drained resources.

China’s Achilles Heel: Climate Diplomacy in the Developing World
The United States has an opportunity to expand its climate diplomacy with the developing world, while pressuring China to cut its emissions.
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