To require the Secretary of Defense to enhance the readiness of the Department of Defense to challenges relating to climate change and to improve the energy and resource efficiency of the Department, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 hr 10360, also known as the Climate Change and Defense Readiness Enhancement Act, aims to address the impact of climate change on the Department of Defense (DoD) and improve its energy and resource efficiency. The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to take steps to enhance the readiness of the DoD in response to challenges posed by climate change.

Specifically, the bill mandates that the DoD develop and implement strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change on military operations, infrastructure, and personnel. This includes assessing the vulnerability of military installations to extreme weather events and other climate-related risks, as well as incorporating climate change considerations into military planning and decision-making processes.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the energy and resource efficiency of the DoD by promoting the use of renewable energy sources, reducing energy consumption, and increasing the resilience of military installations to power outages and other disruptions. The bill also encourages the DoD to prioritize sustainability and environmental stewardship in its operations and procurement practices. Overall, the Climate Change and Defense Readiness Enhancement Act aims to ensure that the DoD is prepared to effectively respond to the challenges posed by climate change, while also promoting energy and resource efficiency within the Department.