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.https://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mvsiikwqsk2b🆕 Discover local climate security risks in Ohio with the fifth briefer in CCS’s state-level #climatesecurity series. Madelyn MacMurray & Caroline Mallory explore how Ohio’s exposure to extreme weather is compounded by aging infrastructure, pollution, and rapidly expanding energy demand https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/18/state-level-climate-security-ohio/18 Sep 2026 15:32 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvsiikwqsk2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mvawykgjh22pAI is reshaping how future defense leaders learn, analyze, and strategize. How do we build tech fluency while preserving human judgment? Read the latest from @derekreveron.bsky.social and Melina Uncapher on how defense institutions can integrate AI into PME to sharpen decision-making: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/11/boot-camp-for-the-brain-ai-and-professional-military-education/11 Sep 2026 16:04 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvawykgjh22phttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mv6jbq5q4s2a📆 On Thursday, Sep 17, join CSR and @carnegieendowment.org for a hybrid event on what made the nonproliferation successes possible in the 1990s, and what can be learned for today’s world of increasing nuclear dangers? ➡️ Learn more and RSVP for in-person or online attendance below: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/10/earthshaking-lessons-from-kazakhstan-for-managing-todays-nuclear-dangers/10 Sep 2026 16:53 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv6jbq5q4s2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mv6deyeylk2s🆕 Flooding in #Nepal has exposed the heightened security risks vulnerable states face in the wake of intensifying #climate disasters. Peter Schwartzstein breaks down the political and economic implications: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/10/reflections-on-the-security-dimensions-of-the-nepal-flooding/10 Sep 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv6deyeylk2shttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3muyzvzwdgk2o🆕 As #climate and conflict collide, global food prices are surging. CCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social joins DW News to discuss ways to avert a severe food crisis amid the looming threat of El Niño. ➡️ Watch the interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gTtOkpt8Fc08 Sep 2026 12:35 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3muyzvzwdgk2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mup52s7xos2cCCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social joins Al Jazeera's Inside Story to discuss the tragic flooding in #Nepal and why investments in #climate resilience and adaptation are investments in security in the region. Watch the interview ⬇ https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/9/3/is-nepal-leading-the-battle-for-climate-justice04 Sep 2026 14:05 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mup52s7xos2chttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mukf3qjq5s2r💼 We’re #hiring! CSR seeks a driven thought leader to take the helm as Director, Nolan Center on Strategic Weapons, overseeing CSR’s work on threat reduction opportunities related to the development and use of bio, nuclear, and chemical weapons in a challenging security landscape. 📮 Apply today: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/02/were-hiring-director-nolan-center-on-strategic-weapons/02 Sep 2026 16:45 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mukf3qjq5s2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3muhicslq3c2hAcross the US, the dual crises of extreme weather and disinformation endanger communities and national security. With local officials on the front lines, CCS's @jkingy.eurosky.social and @123tomellison.bsky.social have produced a practical guide to tackle these threats proactively and effectively: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/09/01/weathering-extremes-a-toolkit-for-information-resilience-amid-disaster/01 Sep 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3muhicslq3c2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3muenzw6wnk2x“Wildfires will affect other things that affect missions on the base.” John Conger highlights the ripple effect that fighting wildfires has on militaries during CCS’ latest webinar covering the wildfire security nexus. 📹 Watch the full webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuM631uLEDY31 Aug 2026 10:09 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3muenzw6wnk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mu5xalp6nc2f“There’s global interest in the disruption of these events.” Christine McMorrow spoke to the far-reaching impact of wildfires on militaries around the world during CCS’ latest webinar covering the wildfire security nexus. 📹 Watch the full webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuM631uLEDY28 Aug 2026 18:05 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu5xalp6nc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mu34dvxrxk2wICYMI: the recording of Monday's webinar is now available: [contains quote post or other embedded content]27 Aug 2026 14:59 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu34dvxrxk2whttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mu332jqdcs2b🆕 As military decision-making accelerates to machine speed, where does human command authority begin and end? A new Converging Risks Lab briefer breaks down the governance, crisis stability, and strategic risks of integrating AI into C2. 📖 Read the latest from Dr. Desireé Lorell: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/27/military-command-authority-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence/27 Aug 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu332jqdcs2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mtz53oruvk27💼 We’re #hiring! CSR seeks a a detail-oriented, enthusiastic Program and Community Manager to take ownership of core program operations, funder engagement, and team support functions at its Center for Climate and Security. 📮 Apply today: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/26/were-hiring-program-and-community-manager-for-the-center-for-climate-and-security/26 Aug 2026 20:07 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtz53oruvk27https://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mttivzxrws2xInformation manipulation is increasingly compounding the impacts of #climatechange, putting lives at risk. CCS experts Jennie King and Tom Ellison, joined by Michael Berkowitz, will launch the Weathering Extremes toolkit, a practical guide to tackling extreme weather and information crises. ⬇️ RSVP https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/24/event-weathering-extremes-a-toolkit-for-information-resilience-amid-disaster/24 Aug 2026 14:22 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mttivzxrws2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mttg2rafss2rTune in today at noon! ⤵️ [contains quote post or other embedded content]24 Aug 2026 13:31 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mttg2rafss2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mttfksso4s2hOn Aug 5, CCS convened an expert panel to discuss the wildfire security nexus and methods for improving mitigation and response efforts. Samantha Medlock spoke to federal responses to these disasters. 📹 Watch the full webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuM631uLEDY24 Aug 2026 13:22 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mttfksso4s2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mtmirauo2222Sign up this afternoon for our lunchtime webinar on Monday! [contains quote post or other embedded content]21 Aug 2026 19:31 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtmirauo2222https://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mtjen7shgs2r🛰️ Space-based ISR + AI are changing how nations track, process, and react to military movements. Learn more in the latest CSR-@berkeleyrisk.bsky.social AIxNuclear Fellowship report, which breaks down what AI-driven space reconnaissance means for U.S.-China strategic stability & escalation risks: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/20/precarious-transparency-artificial-intelligence-space-based-isr-capabilities-and-us-china-strategic-stability/20 Aug 2026 13:39 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjen7shgs2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mthah2lefc25🔥 Delve into the latest work from CCS as they examine concerning trends in extreme weather as devastating wildfires threaten the global security landscape. https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/19/ccs-latest-on-the-wildfire-security-nexus/19 Aug 2026 17:19 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthah2lefc25https://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mtesgrmnu22tCan bombardment solve the challenges of a threshold nuclear state? Join experts Andrew Weber, Rose Gottemoeller, and Mallory Stewart for a timely discussion on what strikes can—and cannot—accomplish when it comes to long-term threat reduction. 📆 Monday, Aug 24, 12:00 ET 💻 Online-only ⬇️ Register at: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/18/bombing-is-not-verification-the-limits-of-strikes-on-irans-nuclear-program/18 Aug 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtesgrmnu22thttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3mt2rnvvux22g📢 Applications now open for the 26-27 Sullivan Climate and Ecological Security Fellowship! Fellows attend virtual sessions and complete a curriculum of reading and other work. Sessions include esteemed guest speakers, group activities, and structured discussions. ➡️ Learn more and apply by Sept 14: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/14/call-for-applications-gordon-r-sullivan-climate-and-ecological-security-fellowship-2026-2027/14 Aug 2026 18:22 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2rnvvux22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3msxumnhxcs2bBRIEFER: Wildfires are no longer just seasonal natural disasters—they are operational threats to bases, readiness, and national security. 🧑‍🚒🪖 Read the latest Briefer from the Center for Climate and Security @erinsikorsky.bsky.social on military responses and risk mitigation: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/13/wildfires-security-risks-and-military-responses/13 Aug 2026 14:37 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxumnhxcs2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3msviajmkv22x🔥⛈️ Wildfires and severe tropical storms prompted dozens of military deployments across the globe in June and July. Check out the latest #MiRCH Tracker roundup from the Center for Climate and Security analyzing how climate hazards continue to stretch defense forces around the world: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/12/mirch-roundup-june-july-2026-wildfires-and-tropical-storms-prompt-dozens-of-military-deployments/12 Aug 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3msviajmkv22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/councilonstrategicrisks.org/post/3msqeubq3c22s🚨 Ballistic missile submarines have long been the most survivable leg of the nuclear triad. Is AI changing that baseline? Read the latest from @elianajjohns.bsky.social & Barret Schlegelmilch on how rapid developments in AI and autonomous sensing affect stealth, SSBN survivability, and deterrence: https://councilonstrategicrisks.org/2026/08/10/ai-and-the-hunt-for-ballistic-missile-submarines/10 Aug 2026 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:e5fnsx5j77lfssovcor6ikph/app.bsky.feed.post/3msqeubq3c22s