NATO's Environmental Security and Climate Change Initiatives (nato.int)

• NATO addresses environmental risks such as extreme weather, sea-level rise, and resource scarcity.
• Smart Energy initiative aims to improve military energy efficiency through renewables and smart grids.
• Climate change is a threat multiplier, requiring adaptation in operational planning and infrastructure.

"NATO is accelerating efforts to address environmental security and climate change impacts. The article outlines programs like the Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme, the Euro-Atlantic Disaster Response Coordination Centre (EADRCC), and Trust Funds for cleaning hazardous munitions. Key areas include military energy efficiency, protecting critical infrastructure, and adapting to extreme weather. Climate change is recognized as a threat multiplier affecting NATO operations and geopolitical stability."