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Erin Sikorsky

@erinsikorsky.bsky.social
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Director, Center for Climate and Security, DC Former US Nat'l Intelligence Council Wisconsinite at heart Posts my own

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Andrew Facini @andrewfacini.com · 06/10/2026
you do not, under any circumstances, gotta hand Los Angeles and San Diego to them
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Ulrike Franke @rikefranke.eu · 9h
“The demarche request appears to be an unusual administration effort to use allied government pressure to silence criticism from European citizens and Americans abroad” www.politico.com/news/2026/10...
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EU, Canada and Lithuania pull out of disinformation conference after US pressure
The Trump administration was bothered by panels that referred to the U.S. as a disinformation threat.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 10h
A great book to read with your kiddos about the amazing Margaret Hamilton.
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Margaret and the Moon by Dean Robbins: 9780593902196 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
A true story from one of the Women of NASA! Margaret Hamilton loved numbers as a young girl. She knew how many miles it was to the moon (and how many back). She loved studying algebra and geometry an...
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Kriszta Satori @fulelo.bsky.social · 10h
#BBCNews - Margaret Hamilton, whose software helped land Apollo 11 on the Moon, dies at 90 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Margaret Hamilton, whose software helped land Apollo 11 on the moon, dies at 90
Pioneering computer scientist led the development of the software for Nasa's Apollo mission and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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Jon Stewart @codeslack.bsky.social · 15h
These videos are great: computerhistory.org/blog/margare...
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Margaret Hamilton In Her Own Words
Iconic computing pioneer Margaret Hamilton, who helped land men on the moon, shared her story with CHM in a uniquely rare oral history interview.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Whoa.
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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 06/10/2026
⚡️ Russia testing Europe's defenses below threshold of open war, experts say. Russian drones entering NATO airspace have also become a recurring occurrence, while Western officials have raised the alarm over a rise in Moscow's hybrid operations across Europe.
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Russia testing Europe's defenses below threshold of open war, experts say
Russia is testing how far it can push Europe without triggering open war — from drones crossing NATO airspace to sabotage and cyberattacks across the continent. Experts warn that Europe has strengthen...
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
In Berlin for the #BCSC2026. Some lackadaisical live skeeting to follow. @climatediplo.bsky.social berlin-climate-security-conference.de/en/bcsc-2026
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BCSC 2026
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Seniors for Climate @seniorsforclimate.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
“Our job is not to make them care for the same reason we care.” Our goal is climate action, and there are many doors that can lead us there. Everyone has their own reasons to care. 🌎 🌎 @katharinehayhoe.com #Seniorsforclimate #LaterIsTooLate
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Kori Schake 🎃 @kschake.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
“Russia sees us as a major adversary because we do not accept Russia’s revisionist, expansionist policies and the war of aggression against Ukraine — because we oppose Russian intimidation of our allies in the Baltic states and elsewhere in Europe,” well and bravely said by Germany's spy chief.
bloomberg.com
German Spy Chief Sees ‘New, More Dangerous’ Threat From Russia
Germany’s foreign intelligence chief said the country has become a prime adversary in a “shadow war” with Russia and risks being drawn into conflict as the Kremlin’s military ambitions grow.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Good news.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Good piece. "In the meantime, experts say there’s a range of “no-regret measures” policymakers can take that will protect their citizens if the currents collapse, and benefit countries even if the AMOC remains stable."
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Jon Stewart @codeslack.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Notes from Vichy DC
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Going to see Olivia Rodrigo tonight with the 13 year old -- pretending its for her... www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGcz...
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Olivia Rodrigo: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
YouTube video by NPR Music
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👻 David Weiskopf believes in spooks 👻 @dave.bzky.team · 16/01/2026
Matthew McGroverhey
The two page spread from "The Monster at the End of This Book" where Grover says "All Right! All Right! All Right!" but is has a photo of Matthew McCounaghey superimposed badly over Grover's face. Matthew has a cigarette in his mouth. Grover's nose is clearly visible.
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David Roberts @volts.wtf · 03/10/2026
I'm not good at math, is $800 million a lot?
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FedEx believes $300M electric truck spend will save them $800M in diesel
In a record-setting commercial truck deal, international shipping giant FedEx has placed an order for 2,000 all-electric box trucks from...
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Sick of vibes-based “climate hushing” articles? Me too. I critique the latest @nytimes.com version in my newsletter, and cite real statistics to back up my claims!
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Who “Isn’t Talking About Climate”?
A Quick Friday Afternoon Rant About a NYT “climate hushing” article
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Tony Agotha @tonyagotha.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Read for instance the recent State of European Union by President von der Leyen who is crystal clear about climate change : commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...
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State of the Union 2026
In the 2026 State of the Union address, the President of the European Commission will reflect on the European Union's achievements over the past year and set out the priorities for the year ahead.
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Just Kevin @kevinleecaster.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Erin says "...you might expect the rest of the article to give some concrete examples or data, right? Or even anecdotal examples? Or perhaps identify the “experts” making these analytic claims about politicians?" "Your expectations will not be met. This is a vibes, not data, based article."
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Read the latest "climate hushing" piece in the NYT this afternoon, and it made me made mad. Read why here:
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Who “Isn’t Talking About Climate”?
A Quick Friday Afternoon Rant About a NYT “climate hushing” article
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Rebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Time for this classic again.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
We're living in a Veep episode.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
In comparison, there were 94 traffic fatalities, which includes 46 pedestrian fatalities in NYC thru July 1. Two of the instances cited in this article were deaths because riders of e-vehicles were hit by cars. Surely there is some regulating to be done of e-vehicles, but cars are the problem.
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As E-Bikes and Scooters Surge on New York Streets, So Do Fatal Crashes (Gift Article)
More than two dozen people have died in crashes involving electric bikes and scooters in New York City this year. Officials are moving to address a growing safety crisis.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Yes, the #climatesecurity conversation isn't totally new, but the focus on energy system resilience as security, and acute extreme weather threats have shifted the conversation. More in my newsletter on the security readout of UNGA-->
securityinaclimatechangedworld.substack.com
“The Generals, Not Just the Green Campaigners”
Security takeaways from UNGA and Climate Week NYC — and what the UK should do next
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Can’t get over the fact that my mammogram clinic names the changing rooms after famous women…including Anne Frank, Amelia Earhart, and Helen Keller. What is the takeaway? If only they’d had a mammo? Don’t worry, things could be worse?
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
New newsletter-my #climatesecurity takeaways from UNGA & NY Climate Week.
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“The Generals, Not Just the Green Campaigners”
Security takeaways from UNGA and Climate Week NYC — and what the UK should do next
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T&E @transportenvironment.org · 28/09/2026
As EU hauliers face soaring diesel prices, our new analysis shows that electric trucks are cheaper to operate than diesel for almost half of trucks sold in the EU. Electrification remains the only realistic option to protect against future oil crises. More from our new TCO calculator 👇
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The Japan Times @japantimes.co.jp · 28/09/2026
Typhoon Surigae began approaching Okinawa Prefecture and the Amami islands, with a projected path indicating a northeast trajectory toward the Kanto region, which is still recovering from last week's storm. 👉 ebx.sh/BDVD9r
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Also-adversaries and competitors are more than happy to take advantage of the blame game to sow division and undermine governance through disinfo campaigns.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
El Niño preparations were a consistent theme throughout all of my engagements at UNGA & Climate Week. This piece provides a great list of concrete actions govts should take to prepare.
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Opinion | The Super El Niño Is About to Unleash Weather Chaos. Get Ready Now. (Gift Article)
There’s still time to prepare.
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my ordinary life @calne.ca · 27/09/2026
im very busy
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Mike Dettinger @mdettinger.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
SWOT is revealing a world dominated by 'weird rivers'. By simultaneously measuring water levels & breadths of rivers globally, SWOT exposes the extent of human effected on rivers. (They are dammed, braided, frozen, and/or drained—in ways models struggle to capture.) www.science.org/content/arti...
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Satellite reveals a world of ‘weird rivers’ shaped by humans
SWOT is exposing humans’ effects on rivers—and challenging flood prediction models
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Chris Aylett @chrisaylett.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Subsea electricity cables are playing an increasingly important role in European energy security This new book from my colleague Katja is a must-read
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Brandy Zadrozny @brandyzadrozny.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Bonus for whoever wrote this chyron
Trump speaking at UN — MS NOW chyron reads: Trump touts being a peacemaker while asking if he should annihilate Iran
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Council on Strategic Risks @councilonstrategicrisks.org · 24/09/2026
CCS Director @erinsikorsky.bsky.social took the stage during the opening ceremony at #ClimateWeekNYC. She spoke with Lt Gen. Richard Nugee on the security risks posed by #climatechange and how crucial building resilience is for defense.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Was delighted to be on the #ClimateWeekNYC main stage with Gen. Richard Nugee earlier this week to discuss why militaries and security actors must care about climate action. We're on at :49 at video below: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSzE...
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Climate Week NYC 2026: Opening Ceremony Part Two: Real Momentum, Material Change.
YouTube video by Climate Group
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starloads schattennews @starload.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
A 'super' El Niño is about to crash into California: 9 essential ways to prepare #Schattennews #elnino
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A 'super' El Niño is about to crash into California: 9 essential ways to prepare
Amid warnings of a wet and potentially destructive winter, The Times asked experts for their best tips to be prepared.
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Anjali Dayal @anjalikdayal.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Yet our institutions and systems of global governance, Guterres says, reflect the power realities and interests of a largely bygone age: "At the very moment when humanity faces an unprecedented convergence of threats, our mechanisms for collective action are under growing strain."
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Anjali Dayal @anjalikdayal.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
First up: António Guterres, in his last speech as UNSG. He begins by saying the faultlines in our world are widening, with power being reshaped in three fundamental ways: first, among states: "New centers of economic, political and technological influence have emerged."
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The climate breakdown “must be an issue for foreign ministers and prime ministers. As well as energy and climate ministers. The security community, not just the activist community. The generals, not just the green campaigners,” he said.
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Climate Week talks balance hope for clean energy against uncertainty over artificial intelligence
World and business leaders this week will grapple with the urgent costs of climate change. Experts say the rise of artificial intelligence and data centers, which consume a lot of energy, and higher f...
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Just saw three cybertrucks in three blocks in soho, which basically tracks with my view of the neighborhood.
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Council on Strategic Risks @councilonstrategicrisks.org · 21/09/2026
🆕 #NATO has updated its Baseline Requirements for Resilience for the first time since 2016, recognizing the growing security risks posed by extreme weather. @erinsikorsky.bsky.social and Noah Fritzhand explore what the new requirements mean for food, water, and energy security:
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Updated NATO Resilience Requirements Highlight Extreme Weather Threats, Food Security - The Council on Strategic Risks
How will NATO member states implement new directives for a more holistic and durable security approach?
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Prof Phoebe Barnard @phoebebarnard.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
@billmckibben.bsky.social on usual good form at #NYCW2026 session on #Climate and #ImpactInvesting @erinsikorsky.bsky.social @mariannehage.bsky.social @energytransition.bsky.social @watersecurity.bsky.social @wriclimate.bsky.social @climatemajority.bsky.social @rupertread.bsky.social 🌊
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Council on Strategic Risks @councilonstrategicrisks.org · 21/09/2026
Get up to speed on all things #ClimateWeekNYC! 🎙️ @erinsikorsky.bsky.social joins S&P Global’s All Things Sustainable podcast to talk through why energy and #climatesecurity will be at the forefront of the week’s agenda:
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As Climate Week NYC kicks off, energy, climate and national security converge
Podcast Episode · All Things Sustainable · September 21 · 25m
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Leo Hickman @leohickman.carbonbrief.org · 21/09/2026
Just look at that chart?! This is shaping up to be the strongest El Niño of all time - by quite some margin... "Remarkable, in part, because of how early in the calendar year it is occurring. El Niño typically peaks in the winter months, most commonly in November or December."
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
ICYMI here's what I'm watching at #UNGA + #ClimateWeekNYC starting today.
securityinaclimatechangedworld.substack.com
Five Things to Watch on Climate Security at UNGA & NY Climate Week
And Where to Find Me
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
As #ClimateWeekNYC kicks off, happy to join S&P Global's "All Things Sustainable" podcast.
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As Climate Week NYC kicks off, energy, climate and national security converge
YouTube video by S&P Global
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EM Simpson @emsetc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
What foreign policy and defense podcasts are you lot listening to these days? (Besides @sirenspod.bsky.social of course!)
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Useful thread.
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Akshat Rathi @akshatrathi.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
"This is the first time in more than 50 years that there has been no growth in India’s coal power over a two-year period, even as electricity demand grew overall." www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-ind...
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Analysis: India’s power-sector emissions flat for two years due to clean-energy surge - Carbon Brief
A surge in clean energy has kept carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in check across India’s power sector, with no growth from the first half of 2024 to the same period in 2026.
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