Many and varied. Lets take two perspectives. The first is that climate change is considered a threat multiplier. That is, it is an additional thing to deal with by countries already under / experiencing stress. It can increase instability through water shortages, food (in)security, extreme events, degrading critical infrastructure, placing pressure on health systems and so on. This can lead to instability, to increase tensions, and in extremis to conflict. So, this is clearly an important element for militaries that need to weigh-up what they need to be prepared for, how they train, what type and balance of capability they have (and so on). The other dimension for militaries are impacts on their own infrastructure, bases, estate and so on. As a collective, militaries forces are worlds largest land holder and capital holder; sprawling, vast, global, and employing missions. So, climate change impacts this also - militaries are already assessing and evaluating this.

First of all, we're thinking that connecting the effects of climate crisis with security issues adds a new perspective and a new relevance to a topic that is highly discussed for so many years. Second, we're convinced that we need to built new alliances in order to avoid these future conflicts. The military can't be the solution, so we hope to get people inspired by Michael's journey - the one that brought him here and also the people he might meet in the future, during our shoot.

The overarching global requirement and priority is to drive down emissions. A reduction in emissions reduces the security risks. That is clear. In the absence of this - and noting that emissions have more than doubled since 1990 and at present no abatement - then we must adapt. What does this involve? Increased cooperation on resources, increased cooperation on disaster relief. An important consideration is for the larger better placed regional countries to assist near neighbours at greater risk and vulnerability. An example is Australia in relation to Pacific Island countries - this could take the form of assisting with financing (one example) of adaptation efforts.

To follow up on the little known military networks. I asked because I was under the impression that this was a very up in the open thing. For instance you can look at Americas DOD's climate risk analysis and Lloyd J. Austin calling climate change an existential threat last year. Where I am (Norway), the artic opening to becoming a place for sea routes and resource exploitation and all that would follow it has also been a thing in public discussion for a long time. I have also seen this as a topic for Canada, and their defense forces. I don't mean to stick it to you here, just genuinely curious.

G'day, thanks for the question. The regions under investigation are the Arctic, the Pacific, and South Asia (broadly defined - more specifically Bangladesh, India, Pakistan).

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Hello there! This sounds like an interesting documentary. I remember warnings about Syria's drought in 2009 that felt relatively unimportant at the time but turned out to have enormous consequence. While it is not seen as the lone reason, I believe it is widely accepted that climate was a big reason for the the outbreak of war in Syria in 2011 and it is also thought that the region is going to continue to become drier. I understand that you are focusing on the future, but I am surprised to see the locations you have picked.

Would you want to elaborate on the Himalayas being chosen over this region, and what you mean with "Few are aware of these security threats, except little known military networks that are drawing up battle plans"?

Is it a given that we'll see wars as a result of climate change? Can it be avoided somehow? Guess not but would be nice if we could!

Oceans have approximately 1000 times the heat capacity of the Atmosphere. Correct?

Based on thermal mapping of the Oceans for purposes of hunting Russian Submarines, an Admiral, sounded one of the major early warnings with a long list of future strategic risks related to the changes they recognized happening, based on the Ocean temperature trends the navy had recorded. Can you confirm this any part of this account of early recognition of climate change as a threat stimulus?

Can you speak of the risks of thermal expansion of the Oceans, and how they are currently masked by the bulk transition through the sub 4⁰C regime?

Can you speak of the risks of Carbon absorption switching to off gassing with warming Oceans?

What a fantastic documentary topic. Likely to be one of many in the not too distant future.

Probably a question more for Michael - I was really taken my Gwynn’s Dyer’s book “Climate Wars” many years ago. But this one (and many others) are largely northern hemisphere focused. As a fellow Aussie, how do you see scenarios playing out for Australia? Is there such a thing as ‘Life Boat Australia’ in the future?

This film that you're making, what do you hope to accomplish? Just inform people or what?

What are the chances that disease will wipe out enough people that there would be enough reources for everyone?

Being in the Nordics I've always thought we were quite insulated from a lot of conflicts in the world (well, little less now but you get my drift). But I can easily see for instance food shortages spilling over here as well. What would you say, where are the more insulated areas in the world, when it comes to conflicts arising from climate change?

Hi guys - an ambitious project for sure. Good luck! A couple of things come to mind. What will Michael’s role be - is he a narrator, interviewer, main character, or something else? Will you include any advice or other types of ”constructive” content, like what I as a citizen can do? And last but not least, how do you plan to tell this story so that it is not too dystopian? (Based on how you present this project, it feels like there’s a risk that it could potentially be a really serious and heavy topic, without relief)

What steps can countries take to limit the risk of climate-change-induced conflict between themselves and their neighbors?

Which regions are under the scope of being the next climate threat hot spots?

What factors are the military threats when it comes to climate change? Refugees? Food shortage, water shortage?

What are some steps take citizens can take to mitigate situations of voter suppression/intimidation? i.e. people recording people on lines to vote

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Can you explain the connection between media literacy and election security?

What are election officials doing to ensure that voters aren't being manipulated by bad information about where to vote, candidates, etc? It seems like it's getting harder and harder to figure out what information is good or bad.