In June 2014 the Department of Defense released a report outlining the military’s plan for adapting to climate change. This was the next logistical step after recognizing that climate change is an immediate risk to U.S. national security. On this topic, in 2013 Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel stated:
“Climate change does not directly cause conflict, but it can significantly add to the challenges of global instability, hunger, poverty, and conflict. Food and water shortages, pandemic diseases, disputes over refugees and resources, more severe natural disasters – all place additional burdens on economies, societies, and institutions around the world.” [cited here]
The roadmap document released identifies efforts to maintain the Department of Defense ability to operate in the future without compromises to the military’s defense mission, while maintaining infrastructure and natural systems.
Source by: http://environment.about.com/od/globalwarming/fl/Global-Warming-and-Security-Risks.htm?utm_source=zergnet&utm_medium=tcg&utm_campaign=zergnet-test-305725
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