Visited Camp Buehring in Kuwait

On 28/04/2016, Arnold Schwarzenegger visited Camp Buehring and Camp Arifjan in Kuwait to film a segment for the second season of the National Geographic documentary series Years of Living Dangerously. The visit focused on climate change and the United States military’s efforts to adopt renewable energy and reduce dependence on traditional fuel supplies in operational environments. Schwarzenegger, who served as a correspondent for the series, met with service members and officials to observe energy initiatives being tested in desert conditions. During the visit, Schwarzenegger toured facilities and discussed how fuel logistics affect military operations, particularly in remote deployments where fuel transport can create vulnerabilities. The segment examined technologies such as solar power systems, energy efficient infrastructure, and alternative power generation designed to reduce the need for fuel convoys. Military planners explained that lowering fuel demand could improve operational efficiency and reduce risks associated with transporting fuel through conflict zones. The footage filmed in Kuwait became part of Season 2 of Years of Living Dangerously, which premiered in 2016 and featured multiple correspondents exploring climate related challenges around the world. Schwarzenegger’s contribution focused specifically on how the U.S. military incorporated climate considerations into planning and infrastructure, linking national security concerns with energy innovation.