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CSR is dedicated to anticipating, analyzing and addressing core systemic risks to modern security. We work on climate and ecological security, biological and nuclear security, and track emerging risks as new technologies disrupt across all domains.
π’οΈ For countries reliant on fossil fuel imports from the Middle East, the US-Israeli war against Iran poses serious energy security risks.
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β° Tomorrow! Nature's Dividends
CCS Director Emeritus John Conger will join a briefing on the results of a new economic report that explains why investing in nature is one of the smartest moves the government can make.
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1:30-2:30pm
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ποΈ "The greatest success will come if a nation or non-state actor never uses a biological weapon. And for just 2% of the proposed FY26 defense budget increase, we can significantly increase the likelihood of that outcome," write CSR's @clparthemore.bsky.social and Andrew Weber.
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πΎ As part of the #FeedingResilience program, CCS and CIMMYT lead an #MSC2026 Side Event exploring the nexus of #climatechange, food, and national security in the NATO context.
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βοΈ How might solar geoengineering reduce climate-driven security risks? Watch as CCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social joins SRM360 for a webinar exploring the security dynamics of solar geoengineering, and its role in addressing #climatechange.
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π§ Episode 12 is live! In "Foresight within NATO," General Aurelio Colagrande joins for a quickfire round of questions to reflect upon his own experiences and signal priorities for NATO looking forwards in terms of the alliance's resilience to the effects of climate change.
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Briefing: Harnessing AI and Robotics to Strengthen Americaβs Biotechnology Leadership andΒ Security
On March 3, 2026, CSR and EBRC, in coordination with the BIOTech Caucus, are co-hosting a bipartisan Hill briefing exploring how Congress can strengthen U.S. leadership in this rapidly evolving space.
Join us next week!
π§ Episode 12 is live! In "Foresight within NATO," General Aurelio Colagrande joins for a quickfire round of questions to reflect upon his own experiences and signal priorities for NATO looking forwards in terms of the alliance's resilience to the effects of climate change.
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π SWF is launching a new policy program with @councilonstrategicrisks.org & GCSP to strengthen the Outer Space Treaty and deter nuclear weapons in space.
The Dialogue will raise awareness, advance verification tools & convene global experts to reinforce Treaty obligations.π Learn more:bit.ly/4rVbNQm
π°οΈ Despite 118 state parties and 59 years in force, the Outer Space Treaty is in jeopardy, owing to an increase in reckless behavior by multiple nuclear states. CSR is thrilled to partner with @swfoundation.bsky.social and GCSP hosting an expert dialogue to support treaty verification.
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π #MSC2026 convened leaders from around the world to solve the most pressing global security challenges. Watch as CSRβs experts offer insights and analysis into the effects of #climatechange, managing nuclear nonproliferation, and security in outer space.
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US Biothreat Monitoring: Scaling Pathogen-Agnostic Detection (promotional image).
π’ Registration open: Over the past decade, biothreat detection capabilities have improved considerably, yet could be far more widely deployed. Join us in DC on March 2 for a discussion on how we can lock in gains and accelerate progress.
β‘οΈ Learn more: councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/02/18/u...
ποΈ How Might Solar Geoengineering Affect Global Security?
CCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social will join SRM360 for a lively panel discussion on the geopolitical and security risks of #climatechange and solar geoengineering.
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Tue. February 24
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π CSR is proud to have several team members taking the Main Stage at #MSC2026. CEO Mallory Stewart, Board Member Rose Gottemoeller, and CCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social will share key observations on the compounding effects of #climatechange and the future of space security.
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CCSβ latest webinar offered a pragmatic look at the potential benefits and pitfalls of prolific #AI systems across digital platforms and what this means for the future of #climatesecurity.
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π· When an airborne biological threat arises, access to effective PPE can determine whether operations continue or break down.
β‘οΈ CSR's Eva Siegmann breaks down various types of PPE as "day-zero" defenses, analyzing factors such as protection, sourcing, wearability, and logistical sustainability:
π§ Episode 11 is now live! In "Technological solutions to achieving climate resilience and the personnel touch," guests @erinsikorsky.bsky.social and Victoria Doherty join to discuss the key role of personnel in technology focused R&D.
β‘οΈ Tune in to our penultimate episode to learn more:
π #mRNA technology represents a strategic asset for US national securityβread how it can play a role in not just medicine, but also in defense, basic science, and business in the latest event writeup from CSR's Eva Siegmann:
βοΈ What security dynamics could emerge from a proposed SAI deployment in 2030?
@erinsikorsky.bsky.social, Julia Greensfelder, & Hannah Lyons examine how countries might respond, and what policymakers should consider as climate intervention gains attention as a tool to manage #climatechange.
Starting in 15! It's not too late to register to tune in live: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
π CSR and @berkeleyrisk.bsky.social are extremely proud to announce the inaugural cohort of the AIxNuclear Research Fellowshipβa 10-month program aimed at developing a pipeline of experts fluent in both nuclear and AI governance and security issues.
Learn more at the full press release:
π In late 2025, South and Southeast Asian countries were slammed by devastating typhoons and flooding. MiRCH tracked military responses to these and other disasters, documenting 41 deployments in 15 countries to address #climate hazards.
β¬οΈ Read the latest update from Noah Fritzhand:
BRSL at @goldmanschool.bsky.social & @councilonstrategicrisks.org are delighted to announce the AIxNuclear #Research #Fellowship to develop a pipeline of experts fluent in nuclear and AI governance & security issues, w/ support from Longview Philanthropy. Read more: brsl.berkeley.edu/aixnuclearpr...
π Beyond the energy, economic, and pollution benefits, investing in clean energy can strengthen Seoul's hand in dealing with future uncertaintiesβinclining national security, economic resilience, and resource independence.
β‘οΈ Learn more in CSR's latest report:
β° SOON: Climate Change, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Security
Don't miss panelists Dr. Costas Samaras & Dr. Kyungmee Kim explore the security implications and #climatechange impacts of #AI systems, and their impact on global resilience in a warming world.
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Thu. February 5
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This month, the Cooperative Monitoring Center at @sandialabs.bsky.social published a consensus report of roundtable discussions on North Koreaβs CBW programs.
Those illegal programs present a complex challenge that requires collaboration and engagement with regional expertise.
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π§ Climate Change, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Security
Join CCS for a webinar exploring the security implications and #climatechange impacts of AI systems, and how this technology will impact global resilience in a changing landscape.
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Thu. February 5
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π How are adversaries such as Russia and China engaging with climate change? Are NATOβs priorities aligned with those we seek to protect? And what is the looming 'Arc of Instability?'
π§ Tune in for answers from guests Katarzyna Zysk & Ben Bekkering in The Resilience Brief Ep. 10 to find out: