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This case study describes the transition of the Soares family, based in Juruti, Brazil, from traditional slash-and-burn agriculture to a sustainable agroforestry system. Supported by a pilot project led by WRI Brasil and Preta Terra, the family is diversifying its production beyond cassava to include native trees and fruit species to increase income, food security, and climate resilience while restoring the Amazon landscape.

This report describes the objectives and outcomes of the Electricity Governance Initiative (EGI) network since 2003, focusing on its efforts to counter the risks of private interest capture in the liberalization of electricity sectors in developing countries by empowering civil society to advocate for public interest, transparency, and environmental sustainability.

This case study analyzes the techno-economic feasibility of zero-emission trucks (ZETs) in Guangdong Province, China, from 2022 to 2030, focusing on 14 use cases to identify transition opportunities and the factors influencing total cost of ownership (TCO) parity with diesel trucks.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute and the Beijing Transportation Institute examines Low Emission Zone (LEZ) and Congestion Charging (CC) practices in London, Singapore, and Stockholm to provide recommendations for Chinese cities seeking to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution.

This case study examines the water-energy nexus in Qingdao, analyzing how different water source selections—ranging from local surface water to seawater desalination—impact the energy consumption and carbon emissions of the municipal water supply system.

This research paper examines Detroit's Community Benefits Ordinance (CBO), the first of its kind in a major US city, analyzing its impact on community engagement and benefit sharing for high-impact development projects.

This WRI and WCCI working paper identifies seven enabling factors to integrate gender equity into locally led adaptation (LLA) processes, specifically within Africa's agricultural sector. It argues for a shift toward gender-transformative activities that challenge harmful social norms and power dynamics to ensure long-term climate resilience and gender equality.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute examines the disconnect between the national-level implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement (NDCs). Based on a survey of 90 countries and detailed case studies of 11 countries and the European Union, the paper argues that a 'siloed approach' to these agendas hinders progress. It proposes five core areas for integration: coordinating institutions, aligning targets, joint policy mainstreaming, optimizing financial resources, and creating mutually reinforcing monitoring frameworks. The study concludes that an integrated approach reduces transaction costs, enhances policy coherence, and fosters 'win-win solutions' for climate resilience and sustainable development.

This case study by the World Resources Institute examines climate change threats to coffee farming in Costa Rica, focusing on the Coto Brus region. It identifies a critical gap between the awareness of sustainable practices and the implementation of long-term transformative adaptation, recommending a shift from incremental adjustments to systemic changes to ensure the sector's viability by 2050.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute examines the development of sustainable national greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory systems in non-Annex I countries, identifying seven emerging good practices based on case studies from Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, and South Africa.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute (WRI) examines how the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) use financial instruments to mobilize private sector investment for climate change mitigation and adaptation in developing countries.

This report by the World Resources Institute examines the concept of sustainable development policies and measures (SD-PAMs) as a way to align economic development in developing countries with the goal of limiting greenhouse gas emissions.

This practice note by the World Resources Institute describes a demonstration of demand aggregation for solar rooftop PV systems within two industrial clusters in India, specifically in Aurangabad, Maharashtra and Naroda, Gujarat.

This report provides a framework for policy makers, practitioners, and funding agencies to identify and scale adaptation good practices in the rainfed agricultural regions of India, moving beyond small-scale pilot projects to achieve broader impact and policy reform.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute examines how Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) can utilize de-risking mechanisms to mobilize private capital for low-carbon and climate-resilient development in developing countries. It analyzes the barriers to scaling these instruments and proposes strategies to enhance MDBs' roles as 'mobilizers' to close the climate investment gap.

This research paper evaluates the decade-long engagement of the WRI India Ross Center for Sustainable Cities in Bengaluru, analyzing the outcomes of its 'deep dive' approach to urban development, mobility, and climate resilience.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute analyzes the processes used by Cambodia, Rwanda, Colombia, and Fiji to develop the adaptation components of their updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

This working paper by the World Resources Institute analyzes environmental and social risk management for overseas investments, specifically providing lessons for Chinese companies. Through six case studies of non-Chinese multinational companies, the paper demonstrates that strong risk management benefits companies, while weak management leads to financial loss and reputational damage.

This report analyzes the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) NOx Budget Program to provide recommendations for U.S. states designing market-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions trading systems.

A case study by EMBARQ/WRI on Queretaro, Mexico, examining the potential for emissions reductions in the city's public transportation system through the implementation of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system and network efficiency improvements.