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The environmental impacts of World War II were very drastic, which allowed them to be seen in the Cold War and be seen today. The impacts of conflict, chemical contaminations, and aerial warfare all contribute to reduction in the population of global flora and fauna, as well as a reduction in species diversity.
War also hurt international cooperation, crucial for climate action. [103] The head of the UN António Guterres said that the impact of tne war on the energy transition, can lead to destruction from climate change. According to Guterres: “Countries could become so consumed by the immediate fossil fuel supply gap that they neglect or knee-cap ...
War making resulted in state making in four ways: [66] War making that culminated in the elimination of local rivals gave rise to one centralized, coercive strong state power that had a large-scale monopoly on violence. Eventually, this large-scale monopoly on violence held by the state was extended to serve the state's clients or supporters.
[10] In the lead up to the COP26 summit in 2021, The Red Cross commented on the environmental aftermath of the war highlighting issues such as unexploded weapons, land mines and the additional pressure put on the environment through large scale displacement and the movement of military equipment and troops. [11]
Environmental impact of the Gulf wars; Environmental impact of the Vietnam War; Environmental issues in Myanmar; Environmental issues in Syria; Environmental issues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Both wars ended badly, with U.S. efforts in tatters. But they were worlds apart in who fought, how and what came of it.
Environmental impact of war (4 C, 29 P) * Buildings and structures destroyed by war (8 C, 8 P) Populated places destroyed during wars (6 C, 19 P) A.
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