Allied members have agreed to 'significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from military activities'.
The International Military Council on Climate and Security says in its latest annual report that defence remains the single largest consumer of hydrocarbons - like fuel and gas - in the world.image copyrightReuters news agency, previewing Monday's announcement, pointed out that some Nato allies are already trying to make their armed forces greener by using energy sources like solar power.
"This is why it is imperative that we start now by investing massively into research and development of carbon neutral fuels and propulsion systems for military vehicles on land, sea, and air," the 2021 report stated, pointing out any advancements in technology could also have benefits for civilian sectors, like aviation, too.There is growing awareness of the challenges that climate change may pose to the world's security.
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