Erin Sikorsky

In this engaging discussion, Erin Sikorsky, Director of the Center for Climate Security, delves into climate change as a pressing national security issue. She highlights the surprising omission of climate risks in the Annual Threat Assessment during the Trump administration. Sikorsky discusses the negative implications of neglecting climate security for military readiness and international collaborations. She emphasizes how natural disasters challenge troop morale and the importance of integrating climate considerations into U.S. defense policies for future resilience.

Erin Sikorsky, Director of the Center for Climate & Security, dives into the pressing issue of climate migration and its security implications. She discusses how natural disasters force people to leave their homes and the urgent need for sustainability strategies, especially in urban areas. The conversation explores the vital connection between climate change and national security, stressing collaborative efforts among stakeholders to address these crises. With insights on adaptation and policy, Sikorsky highlights the proactive measures needed to manage migration flows effectively.

Erin Sikorsky, Director of the Center for Climate & Security, discusses climate migration crisis, security implications, and mitigation strategies. Topics include displacement due to climate hazards, challenges of rural-to-urban migration, policies for climate migration, investing in local adaptation and resilience, renewable energy sources, partnerships, and conveying urgency.