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 

 

05 October 2026

Renewable energy as a peacebuilding tool: new film series highlights local impact

Blog published by Energy Peace Partners, October 1, 2026.

At New York Climate Week, Energy Peace Partners (EPP) launched a new series of short films showcasing how renewable energy, best known for its role in advancing climate goals, can also contribute to peace and security in fragile and conflict-affected settings. 

01 October 2026

A price worth paying? A mineral security premium as insurance against supply disruptions

Commentary published by the International Energy Agency, September 30, 2026.

In a recent commentary, the authors examine the growing economic and geopolitical risks associated with concentrated critical mineral supply chains. They argue that a "mineral security premium" could help support supply diversification by treating higher costs as a form of insurance against supply disruptions and broader economic vulnerabilities.

28 September 2026

The problem with biofuels as a response to the Gulf energy supply shock

Research paper published by Chatham House, September 21, 2026.

A new report by Chatham House examines the risks of using biofuels as a major response to a potential Gulf energy supply shock. The authors argue that while biofuels may appear to offer a rapid substitute for oil imports, large-scale expansion of crop-based biofuel production could undermine food security, accelerate land-use change and increase pressure on forests and biodiversity.

23 September 2026

Central Asia Young Water Diplomats Programme

The “Central Asia Young Water Diplomats programme” implemented by the Clingendael Institute and IHE Delft, 2024-2026, brought together young water diplomats from Central Asia.

11 September 2026

Europe’s climate-resilience moment has arrived

First Glance commentary published by Bruegel on September 8, 2026. 

03 September 2026

The Achilles’ Heel of the Shield of the Americas

Commentary published by Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, August 27, 2026.

How do climate change, cartels, and government responses intersect in Central and Latin America? 

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