How Might Great Powers Compete Without Military Conflict?
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Building Tools at the Boundary of Climate Science, Security, and Action
A webinar on building digital tools to understand and plan for today’s dynamic human security environment
China, America, and the Competitive Space
A summary of a September 2018 panel discussion on the new "competitive space"
Solar Energy in the Competitive Space
In which the author pisses off an audience -- or one cranky guy
On Harvey’s Anniversary, Houstonians Set to Decide on Historic Flood Control Bond
Harris County voters head to the polls to decide on a $2.5 billion bond that would finance flood control projects. But is it enough?
Entrench or Retreat?
As the effects of climate change become more apparent, at-risk communities must decide whether they should leave their homes behind.
Torrents of Water and Trickles of Data
Natural disasters are on the rise in the United States, but first responders may lack the basic information they need to be ready.
Plum Island Residents Weigh ‘Green’ Or ‘Gray’ Infrastructure in Struggle Against Erosion
Residents of Plum Island hope that grass will lend their homes protection in their long struggle against erosion.
A New Military Energy Imperative
New and existing threats to U.S. electricity access signals the need to reconsider our approach to critical infrastructure.
Five Years After Tornado, Moore Is Rethinking How It Prepares for Disasters
The Oklahoma city is exploring new ways to bolster its houses and schools against future disasters.
Electric Grid Security
Thoughts on a new report from New America about a grid security retreat held late last year.
Hydro-Poverty: How Global Water Crises Impact the Poor
Cape Town may have postponed Day Zero, but water scarcity still disproportionately threatens already vulnerable communities.