Rich and overdeveloped countries could address the threat of climate change by reforming their gluttonous energy consumption, investing in renewable and conservation - or alternatively they could pursue a fortress strategy, investing in military solutions. Which they choose says alot about the society, their leaders and their values.

Herald Sun: Attack threat if world starves [14mar04]

AUSTRALIA would need to fortify its defences to protect itself from hungry invaders in the event of abrupt climate change, a Pentagon-commissioned report predicts.