Climate Security

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 you critical thinking.

List of contents

Chapter 1: Introduction: The Climate Crisis and International Security
Chapter 2: Climate Apathy and Self-Preservation
Chapter 3: Global Militaries and the Climate Crisis
Chapter 4: Shifting territories and Borders
Chapter 5: Water Conflict and Cooperation
Chapter 6: Climate Migration
Chapter 7: Regime Legitimacy and Democracy
Chapter 8: Conclusion

About the author

Ashok Swain is a Professor and Head of Department of the Department of Peace and Conflict Research. He is the UNESCO Chair on International Water Cooperation, and the Director of Research School of International Water Cooperation at Uppsala University. He is also the founding Editor-in-Chief of ′Environment and Security′ journal, jointly published by Sage Publishing and Environmental Peacebuilding Association.
 

Product details

• Authors: Ashok Swain, Swain Ashok
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 10.02.2025
• EAN: 9781529670844
• ISBN: 978-1-5296-7084-4
• No. of pages: 200
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Social education, social work; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Ecology; Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education; POLITICAL SCIENCE / Security (National & International), SCIENCE / Global Warming & Climate Change, Climate Change, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Geopolitics, Geopolitics, The environment, Social impact of environmental issues, Warfare and defence, Development Studies, For higher / tertiary / university education, Political activism / Political engagement, Social impact of disasters / accidents (natural or man-made)