In 2016, Putin established The Russian National Guard. This report discusses available information about the Russian National Guard, including its operation, equipment, and leadership, and analyzes its possible uses in Putin's strategic thinking.Read more...

Relations between the United States and the Russian Federation are far too broad and intertwined to be subject to piecemeal policy making. This report provides a brief overview of suggestions and considerations for U.S. policy toward Russia along a variety of fronts.Read more...

Over the past several years, Russia has engaged in an unprecedented effort to influence American politics. This fact sheet aims to illustrate the challenge the United States faces from Russian social media information operations.Read more...

Alaska is feeling the effects of climate change, warming at twice the rate of the rest of the U.S. Alaska can invest in more reliable and clean sources of energy.Read more...

This fact sheet looks at what DoD is doing to lower energy usage and ensure America’s warfighters have assured access to the energy they need.Read more...

ASP argues that we must not confuse “Energy Security” with “Energy Independence.” The increase in production of oil and gas has given America breathing room; policymakers should pursue sustainable energy security by investing in the future.Read more...

Nigeria, South Sudan, Somalia, and Yemen are all on the verge of famine at the same time. This could perpetuate mass migrations of people and create environments for terrorist groups to prosper.Read more...

This report analyzes the current conditions in Latin America and the state of U.S. policy toward the region in order to provide a framework for reshaping policy. Read more...

This paper offers an overview of Russia’s response to terror, and argues that certain policies were aimed at securing Putin’s electoral position and intentionally prolonging the Syrian crisis.Read more...

In order to effectively combat sea level rise, regional adaptation methods must be established and more funding made available.Read more...