Document addresses the growing impact of environmental risks on the European Union's crisis management. It points out that extreme weather events and environmental degradation undermine stability, increase migration and threaten food security. Despite the EU's recognition of these risks, the integration of environmental aspects into security policy has been slow due to unclear mandates and a lack of expertise. The document highlights the need for better anticipation and preparedness and suggests strategic ways to integrate environmental issues into EU monitoring, analysis and early warning systems. It also points out that proactively addressing environmental risks is more effective than reactive measures. Spring