HUARAZ, Peru — U.S. officials have called climate change in South America a national security threat, but little has been done. Rapid glacier melt in the Andes is a leading example; how the U.S. chooses to respond will affect the region’s stability, and Americans’ national security.
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How climate change threatens the homeland
Changes in climate are already underway across the United States, affecting the its economy, cities and coasts. Watch the videos to find out more about the threats facing the nation.
Our man in the greenhouse
WASHINGTON–Drought, crop losses and natural disasters breed state instability,violence and extremism, and climate change stands to make bad situations worse. But current and former national security officials say the U.S. government needs to know a lot more to prepare for the coming threat.
How does climate change affect U.S. security?
What climate change impacts are military leaders, experts and scientists most concerned about? Find out what over a dozen experts say about the issue.
U.S. military grasps effects of the rising tide
RAJENDRAPUR, Bangladesh–Experts say sea level rise could engulf 17 percent of Bangladesh’s landmass and displace 20 million people by 2050. The U.S. military is just now acknowledging that such 21st century challenges will require large-scale humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.