Trump's military spending increase is projected to add 26 megatons of CO2e to annual emissions, approximately equal to 68 gas power plants. The Pentagon's budget is anticipated to rise to $1 trillion by 2026, which represents a 17% increase. This boost in spending correlates with a shift in federal funds away from critical programs such as education, science, and emergency management to support military expansion. As a result, military emissions are expected to reach 178 megatons, causing an estimated $47 billion in global economic damages, reflecting ongoing climate impacts on American communities.
Trump's significant increase in Pentagon spending is projected to add 26 megatons of CO2e emissions, comparable to the emissions of 68 gas power plants or the entire country of Croatia.
The Pentagon's 2026 budget is expected to surge to $1 trillion, marking a 17% increase from the previous year, directly impacting military emissions.
The increase in military spending comes amid worsening climate conditions affecting Americans, including destructive wildfires, extreme heat, and severe floods.
By 2026, the Pentagon's total greenhouse emissions are projected to reach 178 megatons of CO2e, resulting in significant global economic damages.
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