Tom Middendorp: Interview on his new book 'The Climate General' 

The Climate General : The book that reveals the crucial and under-explored link between climate change and global security
By Tom Middendorp, with Antonie van Campen
Released on 15 December 2023 in English and French versions in Europe and the United States.
In a speech in December 2016, the Chief of Defence of the Dutch Armed Forces Tom Middendorp drew a link between climate change and war and made headlines in his country. "Climate change is a cause of conflict, a breeding ground for extremism and can lead to migratory flows," he says. He also points out that the security sector does not pay enough attention to the climate and its impact on our lives. General Climate was born.
Drawing on his experience on the ground in Afghanistan, Iraq and the Sahel, and his in-depth knowledge of the world's trouble spots, Middendorp masterfully demonstrates the extent to which climate change and global security are intrinsically linked. However, he does not content himself with this alarming observation. He proposes a clear and positive vision, based on simple principles and a panorama of solutions. "Think big, start small, start somewhere". He demonstrates the extent to which military organisations and civil society can benefit from working together in the many areas that influence climate change and enable us to adapt to it. "I firmly believe in our ability to survive and innovate, but we must not wait until it is too late. We must look to the future, rise above the mundane, invest in our children's future and, above all, be prepared to cross divides and reach out to each other in the fight against this common enemy."
"The Climate General" is published by LA BUTINEUSE, a publishing house committed to raising awareness of climate issues and the impact of human the impact of human activities on our planet.
Foreword by Ban Ki-moon and Feike Sijbesma, Co-Chairs of Global Center for Adaptation:
« We recommend The Climate General to anyone keen on understanding the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change and more importantly, the solutions and strategies that can lead us to a better tomorrow. »
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