As the climate crisis accelerates, competition over natural resources intensifies, and shifting demographics reshape global systems, the connections between environmental change and security are becoming increasingly complex—and consequential.
Through cross-sectoral, solutions-driven analysis, and inclusive dialogue among international stakeholders across governments, civil society, industry, and communities, the Stimson Center’s Environmental Security Program works to illuminate emerging risks and advance pragmatic strategies to build resilience for communities and countries.
New assessment finds Barbados’ southern and western coastal urban corridor vulnerable to extreme heat events and coastal erosion, identifies investments & recommendations needed to protect coastal communities
August 8, 2022
Sri Lanka’s Western Province faces significant vulnerabilities from flooding, urbanization, and economic instability
August 4, 2022
The southwestern urban corridor of Barbados faces significant vulnerabilities from flooding, heatwaves, coastal erosion, and other climate and ocean risks.
August 4, 2022
The island of Tarawa faces significant vulnerabilities from coastal flooding, shortcomings in solid waste and sewage management, and marine ecosystem degradation.
August 4, 2022
Implementing a new resilient model of coastal and marine tourism requires a comprehensive understanding of economic, environmental, and social risks.
July 8, 2022
May 6, 2022
Program Director Sally Yozell called to testify to the House Natural Resource Committee’s Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
April 7, 2022
A successful ban on Russian seafood requires an effective seafood tracking system, and Congress and the administration both have the power to make that system a reality.
March 31, 2022
