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This research paper examines China's domestic monitoring of climate change policies to provide insights for an international structure for measuring, reporting, and verifying (MRV) actions in developing countries, specifically within the context of the Bali Action Plan's Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs).

This World Resources Institute factsheet explains how to determine the cost-competitiveness of behind-the-meter solar photovoltaic (PV) systems compared to traditional electricity supply options.

This research paper proposes a replicable and adaptable methodology for assessing climate vulnerability and risk for small hydropower plants (SHP) in Colombia, focusing on water resources as the central element of exposure to address challenges like droughts and irregular rainfall.

This World Resources Institute fact sheet provides a framework for comparing the cost-effectiveness of utility-scale renewable energy systems against traditional electricity supply options, focusing on the concept of cost parity from different economic perspectives.

This World Resources Institute fact sheet analyzes how Wisconsin can utilize existing policies and infrastructure to reduce power plant carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, finding that the state could reduce emissions by 43 percent below 2011 levels by 2020.

Testimony by Deborah Seligsohn of the World Resources Institute regarding China's energy transition, focusing on the outcomes of the 11th Five-Year Plan, the goals of the 12th Five-Year Plan, and the resulting business opportunities for international investors.

This briefing from the World Resources Institute examines the debate over whether greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction policies in the United States should be managed by a single federal authority, individual states, or a cooperative partnership between both levels of government.

This research paper analyzes proposed trade measures in U.S. and EU draft climate policies intended to address competitiveness, carbon leakage, and free-riding, while evaluating their compatibility with WTO and UNFCCC principles.

This working paper outlines a strategy for the United States to meet its 2025 emissions targets and achieve deeper long-term reductions through a combination of existing administrative authorities, state actions, and future Congressional legislation.

This research paper presents a deep learning framework developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) to forecast reservoir water volumes in India over a 90-day period to mitigate risks of water-driven power outages.

This working paper uses the India Energy Policy Simulator (EPS), an open-source system dynamics model, to analyze two climate policy scenarios—the NDC-SDG Linkages (NDC-SDG) and Long-Term Decarbonization (LTD)—to identify cost-effective pathways for reducing greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining economic growth in India.

This research paper examines the role of local financial institutions (LFIs) in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in scaling up financing for the Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) sector. It identifies significant demand for PURE technologies, particularly in agriculture, but notes that high up-front costs and LFI constraints—such as limited staff capacity and credit risks—hinder adoption. The paper suggests that LFIs can expand lending through green bonds, climate fund accreditation, and by increasing direct lending from their own balance sheets, supported by blended finance and de-risking instruments from development partners.

This testimony by Sarah Forbes of the World Resources Institute (WRI) to the U.S. House of Representatives emphasizes the urgent need for a global network of carbon capture and storage (CCS) demonstrations to mitigate climate change, specifically highlighting the necessity of collaboration with China and the establishment of international funding and regulatory frameworks.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute, the International Trade Union Confederation, and New Climate Economy compares the job creation potential of green investments versus unsustainable investments, finding that climate-friendly investments generally create more jobs per US$1 million.

This report by the World Resources Institute analyzes the failure of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to systematically integrate climate change considerations into their strategies and project development, particularly within the energy sector.

This testimony provided to the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services by the World Resources Institute (WRI) evaluates a proposed $2 billion U.S. appropriation over five years for a World Bank-administered Clean Technology Fund (CTF). The WRI argues that while the funding is a significant step toward U.S. leadership in climate change, it is small compared to the trillions needed globally. The document outlines three primary guidelines for the CTF: prioritizing transformative zero-carbon technologies over marginally cleaner fossil fuels, leveraging the fund to reform the core energy portfolios of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), and adhering to the principles of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) regarding transparency, inclusivity, and additional funding.

This research paper outlines the challenges and necessary actions to achieve full electrification of the United States school bus fleet, emphasizing the need for systems-level solutions to overcome financial and infrastructural barriers.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute proposes a rigorous methodology for assessing whether electricity transmission and distribution (T&D) investments align with the Paris Agreement, specifically aiming to integrate this screening process into the investment decisions and portfolios of development finance institutions.

This working paper analyzes the tension between country ownership and accountability in climate finance. It argues that while financial management in many developing countries is strong, results-based management and social safeguards need improvement. The paper proposes three models of finance delivery—contributor-centered, shared, and full recipient ownership—and advocates for strengthening national systems over creating parallel international structures to increase development impact.

This WRI working paper addresses a 'crisis of confidence' within the Green Climate Fund (GCF), proposing simultaneous reforms in resources and governance. It advocates for a formula-based framework to determine financial contributions based on metrics like GHG emissions and GNI, and suggests improving Board effectiveness through independent reviews, transparent member selection, and new decision-making procedures to prevent deadlocks.