How does the climate crisis relate to global security issues? What impact do increasing temperatures, droughts, sea level rises and extreme weather have on borders, war, migration and unrest?
This nuanced, urgent book cuts into the heart of this relationship, packed with global examples, from glacier movements destabilizing borders, to misinformation driving political apathy around the climate. You will encounter new, provocative ideas such as the carbon footprint of the military, the pressing need for the Global South to adapt, not blame, and the need for strong and visionary leadership in climate negotiations.
Situated on the cutting edge of the climate debate, this book will revolutionize your perspective on global security, challenge deep-rooted assumptions and ignite your critical thinking.
"Ashok Swain has written a packed and seminal book on climate security, calling for a bold, new security architecture to tackle the climate crisis. Climate Security covers multiple ways in which climate change affects national and human security, including military readiness and resilience, water availability, and migration."
Erika Weinthal, PhD
"Climate Security is a powerful synthesis from a pioneer in the field. Swain makes the case for a new paradigm rooted in sustainability, social justice, and cooperation. His work points toward transformations that the planet and its people demand."
Ken Conca
"Ashok Swain has produced a remarkably timely, clear-headed, and straight-talking book that explains climate security as it should: not as an obscure intellectual concept, but as a reality that is already defining the existential challenges of our times, and that must now define the real actions that we need to take."
