Publication

This issue of the Environmental Change and Security Program Report leads with a set of commentaries that explores recently uncovered links between population factors and conflict. The publication continues with three special reports. A case study of Nepal demonstrates that even though environmental and population factors are not the primary causes of instability, they are essential pieces of the puzzle. The author of the second report examines the trend of NGOs and foundations moving their funds to other priorities, despite the important connections between population and environment. The third report explains how environmental security engagement is a part of US Central Command’s efforts to promote regional stability and contribute to the ongoing process of conflict resolution.