The world’s militaries are heavy emitters of greenhouse gases. If they were a nation, US forces would have the highest per-capita emissions in the world
No methodologies for tracking emissions on military bases or in conflict areas have been published. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is reportedly developing such a framework for its members; little is known publicly about its methodology, robustness and applicability. We anticipate that supply-chain emissions or emissions from armed conflicts will go unaddressed.
There are two major gaps. First, the day-to-day footprint of militaries themselves must include the emissions associated with the management of bases and estates — from providing infrastructure, cement and food to feed and house the troops. Second, a reckoning is needed on the impacts of infrastructure damage, land-use changes, socio-economic shifts and post-war reconstruction and recovery.
Research areas that need investment include methods for independently verifying military-emissions accounting by third parties, including academics and civil society groups, without compromising national security. Breaking down emissions by technology sectors will help to prioritize actions and targets. Studies on the feasibility of adopting low-carbon technologies are key.
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