The Department of the Air Force has outlined efforts to implement its action plan to mitigate future climate impacts on operational resilience and readiness.
The Climate Campaign Plan is the implementation portion of DAF’s Climate Action Plan that outlines activities, offices of primary responsibility and timelines to achieve key objectives, the U.S. Air Force said Tuesday.
“Our priorities are to maintain air and space dominance in the face of climate risks, ensure our decisions reflect an understanding of the impacts of climate on our mission, and build resilience by optimizing energy use and pursuing alternative energy sources,” said Ravi Chaudhary, assistant secretary of the Air Force for energy, installations and the environment.
“Ultimately, this Campaign Plan is about warfighting and responding at the point of effect for theater commanders – and we will be ready,” he added.
Launched in October 2022, DAF’s Climate Action Plan focuses on three goals: maintain air and space dominance in the face of climate risks; make climate-informed decisions; and optimize energy use and adopt alternative energy sources.
DAF officials are set to speak at the Potomac Officers Club’s 2023 Air Force Summit on July 18 to discuss the service’s key objectives, capabilities and programs to address current and future warfighting needs. Click here to register and see all the confirmed presenters at the forum.
