2002 Industry Analysis Research Paper: Global Environment, Global Industry, and Global Security: Managing the Crossroads

Abstract

The events of September 11, 2001 prompted a fresh look at the impact of human activity on the global environment. Environmental issues are increasingly at the forefront of US national security strategy. Environmental, industry, and security form a complex public policy "crossroads" that will require significant attention in the future. This paper examines worldwide environmental challenges and the US Environmental Industry. Policy recommendations are provided, with emphasis on maintaining biodiversity, sustaining the use of limited natural resources, and coping more effectively and aggressively with global climate change.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA425456

Entities

People

  • John L. Gerlaugh
  • Kevin E. Holt
  • Mohd A. Kurish
  • Moustapha M. Diawara
  • Thomas J. Hains

Organizations

  • Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Climate Change
  • Commerce
  • Drinking Water
  • Environment
  • Environmental Protection
  • Environmental Restoration And Remediation
  • Fossil Fuels
  • Greenhouse Effect
  • Health Services
  • International Organizations
  • Law
  • National Security
  • Natural Resources
  • Public Policy
  • United States
  • Waste Management
  • Water Purification

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Strategic Security Studies
  • Wetland-Land-Environmental Management.