food security

21 September 2012

Water or WARter?

Water is the essence of life. But drinkable, fresh water is at a premium. Rising populations, poor water use and shortages in key areas are all major factors. This video gives a quick tour of the world showing why water is an issue for everyone.

21 September 2012

Energy and the environment: the good, the bad and the worrying

We ask energy and environment expert, Jason Blackstock, how he sees changes in the area, whether they are a cause for optimism and where he sees the potential flashpoints.

18 February 2011

Food security: the seed of solution is already here

Bjørn Lomborg argues that global warming’s effects on food scarcity can be addressed – and now. Furthermore, he paints a picture in which less people starve in the world, despite population growth. Here he sets out the action needed now.

15 February 2011

Hungry for climate action?

The beginning of 2011 has been marked by concern about what the day to day effects of climate change will be. Possibly the most important is how it will affect food. The global population is likely to rise from 7billion this year to 9 billion by 2050. Yet, at the same time as having more mouths to feed, the world will have less water and cultivable land. What will this mean for our security?

1 January 2011

Climate, disease and food - a lot still to do

Bjorn Lomborg is best known for his work on climate change. But here he highlights that getting things right now, in areas such as HIV and malnutrition, could be just as important as getting things right for the future in climate change.

1 July 2008

Food and security - Q&A

What are the links between food prices and increased unrest or political instability? NATO Review provides an 'at-a-glance' guide to some of the answers.

24 June 2008

The ‘Energy-Food’ nexus – and how to tackle it

David Victor of the Council of Foreign Relations explains why the energy crisis occurred, how it links to food issues, and what is required of governments.

13 June 2008

Photostory – food & security

This month's photostory looks at the troubles caused by the food crisis, where has been affected, the role of water and fuel, and possible food-related future security issues.

13 June 2008

What does the food crisis mean in Afghanistan?

How does the food crisis impact on NATO's operations? Background information and an interview with UNAMA provide an insight into Afghanistan's plight.

12 June 2008

A hungry man is an angry man

A top international food expert outlines how international organisations can respond to the food crisis in the short and long term, and describes the challenges and opportunities the situation presents.

4 June 2008

Video Interview Food and Security

Professors Alpas and Ciracoglu of a NATO SPS pilot study discuss food as a security issue, what NATO projects are doing, and their predictions for the future.