04 February 2021

Webinar: Adapt to defend. The security dimension of climate change

The security dimension of climate change is increasingly recognized by the Defence sector, and Dutch and British voices have been leading internationally in raising awareness on this issue. In the run-up to COP26 (1-12 November, Glasgow), this webinar, that is co-organised by the British Embassy and the Clingendael Institute, will consider how the military can contribute to reducing security risks related to climate change.

The Planetary Security Initiative Overview of Climate Security Practices 

 

29 January 2026

Global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security: A national security assessment

The UK has published a National Security Assessment warning that global biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse are growing threats to national security.
26 January 2026

Stability Multipliers: Food Security, Climate Change, and the Future of NATO Resilience

Report published by The Center for Climate and Security, 20 January 2026.

As NATO enters a turbulent period characterized by heightened geopolitical tension, a less visible - but no less consequential - challenge is coming into focus: the growing impact of climate change and food insecurity on the resilience of the Alliance.

Climate, Peace and Security in the UN Security Council: Denmark’s Role

Policy brief by the Danish Institute for International Studies, January 2026.

Geopolitical divisions, funding cuts and US withdrawal from climate commitments are placing renewed strain on addressing climate, peace and security (CPS) in the UN Security Council (UNSC). Coordinated and pragmatic engagement can help sustain the progress achieved so far.

19 January 2026

Global Challenges Foundation’s (GCF) Global Catastrophic Risks Report 2026

This report was published by the Global Challenges Foundation, December 2025.

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