Irresponsible Science.pdf

A report by Scientists for Global Responsibility reveals financial links between the arms and fossil fuel industries and UK professional engineering and science organisations, including funding of education programmes and conference sponsorship. The Royal Academy of Engineering and EngineeringUK received significant funding from the arms industries. Meanwhile, the Movement for the Abolition of War (MAW) is seeking accreditation to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change to highlight the connection between militarism and climate change. MAW is also working with students on a film project about the climate crisis and has welcomed a new member to its Executive Committee. Other news includes a lecture on rethinking security, a film about Franz Jägerstätter's refusal to serve in Hitler's army, and an invitation to join the Birmingham Clarion Singers. A new book, "Militarisation: A Reader", provides a comprehensive introduction to the globalised systems threatening individuals and nations. MAW's banner caused a stir at the UN Climate Conference COP 25, highlighting the estimated 6% of global greenhouse gas emissions resulting from militarism.