Worldwide Emerging Environmental Issues Affecting the U.S. Military. January 2010 Report

Abstract

The current chaotic situation and humanitarian disaster resulting from the 7.3 magnitude earthquake on January 12, 2010 in Haiti demonstrates the need for improved early warning, resilience training, and post-disaster international coordination. Since scientists warn that the number and intensity of natural disasters will increase, the need for such systems and training will increase. Unique preparation is needed for poorer, less resilient countries like Haiti. UNEP is working for the Haiti Regeneration Initiative to be implemented by a wide range of partners for long-term sustainable development and reduction of vulnerability to natural hazards through ecosystem restoration and sustainable natural resource management.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2010
Accession Number
ADA526855

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ceramic Materials
  • Chemistry
  • Climate Change
  • Energy Production
  • Environment
  • Environmental Health
  • Environmental Protection
  • Flood Control
  • Greenhouse Effect
  • Health Services
  • International Law
  • Medical Personnel
  • Metallic Nanoparticles
  • Nanotechnology
  • National Security
  • Rare Earth Elements
  • Tars

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Wetland-Land-Environmental Management.