美共和黨議員建議國防部削減氣候變遷相關預算

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共和黨議員建議國防部削減氣候變遷相關預算

近期，美國國會中的共和黨議員提議，國防部應削減與氣候變遷相關的預算項目，將資金重新分配至其他優先事項。這些建議與川普政府的立場一致，即減少對氣候變遷的關注，專注於傳統的國防需求。

背景

川普政府自上任以來，對氣候變遷議題持保留態度，包括退出《巴黎協定》並凍結相關資金。近期，國防部長皮特·赫塞斯（Pete Hegseth）指示五角大廈尋找削減500億美元預算的方法，以資助川普總統的軍事優先事項。這些優先事項包括減少官僚主義，取消與氣候變遷、多元性、公平性和包容性（DEI）相關的計劃。 

具體削減建議

根據國會撥款委員會的一份181頁文件，建議削減總額3.7735億美元的氣候變遷相關計劃，並將這些資金重新分配至其他領域。其中，陸軍的研究、開發、測試和評估預算將受到最大影響，特別是與混合動力電動車（HEV）開發相關的項目。具體而言，建議取消1.0025億美元的輕型戰術輪式車輛HEV原型計劃、3800萬美元的其他新興技術HEV原型計劃，以及2700萬美元的聯合輕型戰術車輛HEV變體原型計劃。

民主黨的反應

民主黨議員對此表示強烈反對，批評取消氣候變遷研究的決定，認為這忽視了氣候相關威脅，可能危及國家安全。他們指出，近期的氣候事件，如洪水和風暴，對軍事基地造成了財務和運營上的損失，並強調國民警衛隊和軍事人員在災後恢復中的作用。 

未來展望

目前，國防部正準備2026財年的預算請求，並在行政過渡期間進行調整。預計削減氣候變遷相關預算的提議將在國會引發激烈辯論，特別是在如何平衡傳統國防需求與新興非傳統威脅（如氣候變遷）之間的資源分配問題上。

English Translation

GOP Lawmakers Propose Cutting Climate Change Funding in Defense Budget

Recently, Republican lawmakers in Congress have proposed that the Department of Defense (DoD) reduce budget allocations for climate change initiatives, redirecting funds to other priorities. These suggestions align with the Trump administration’s stance of minimizing focus on climate change to concentrate on traditional defense needs.

Background

Since taking office, the Trump administration has maintained a reserved attitude toward climate change issues, including withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and freezing related funding. Recently, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the Pentagon to identify $50 billion in budget cuts to fund President Trump’s military priorities. These priorities include reducing bureaucracy and eliminating programs related to climate change and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). 

Specific Cut Proposals

According to a 181-page document from the congressional appropriations committees, there is a recommendation to cut a total of $377.35 million from climate change-related programs and reallocate these funds elsewhere. The Army’s research, development, test, and evaluation budget would be most affected, particularly projects related to hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) development. Specifically, the proposals include eliminating $100.25 million for the Light Tactical Wheeled Vehicles HEV prototype program, $38 million for other emerging technology HEV prototype initiatives, and $27 million for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle HEV variant prototype program.

Democratic Response

Democratic lawmakers have strongly opposed these proposals, criticizing the decision to cancel climate change studies and arguing that it overlooks climate-related threats that could jeopardize national security. They highlight recent climate events, such as floods and storms, which have caused financial and operational damages to military bases, and emphasize the role of National Guard and military personnel in disaster recovery efforts. 

Future Outlook

The DoD is currently preparing its fiscal year 2026 budget request amid administrative transitions. The proposal to cut climate change-related funding is expected to spark intense debate in Congress, particularly regarding how to balance resource allocation between traditional defense needs and emerging non-traditional threats like climate change.