Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Oposnow

B-Roll: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Renewable Energy Microgrid at Fort Hunter Liggett

63rd Readiness Division

Sept. 17, 2024 | 6:07

Fort Hunter Liggett proudly celebrated its status as the only Department of Defense installation to implement a microgrid system operating entirely on renewable energy. This milestone, part of a $21.8 million project, enhances energy resiliency and supports the installation's Net Zero initiatives. The ceremony featured remarks from Army and community leaders, including Colonel Stephen Trotter, who acknowledged the collaborative efforts that brought this project to fruition. Key partners, such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the California Energy Commission, also expressed their commitment to advancing energy innovation.

Footage includes highlights of the ceremony, key speeches, and a where they discussed Fort Hunter Liggett’s Net Zero projects, showcasing the installation's dedication to environmental stewardship and energy management. The event underscores the Army's goal of constructing microgrids on all installations by 2035, setting a standard for future sustainability efforts.