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This research paper examines the trends and drivers of China's overseas investments in the wind and solar industries, analyzing at least 124 investments across 33 countries over a ten-year period.

This working paper, produced by the World Resources Institute in partnership with Ørsted, examines the barriers preventing private sector investment in renewable energy and proposes policy solutions for governments to accelerate the energy transition.

This fact sheet by the World Resources Institute outlines how Missouri can utilize existing policies, infrastructure, and expanded clean energy goals to reduce power sector carbon dioxide emissions and meet EPA targets.

This research paper examines the financial health of Tamil Nadu's state-owned electric utility, TANGEDCO, using the Revenue and Tariff Analysis for Electric Utilities (RATE) model to analyze the impacts of various demand-supply and energy balance scenarios.

This report by the World Resources Institute examines the growth of renewable energy and the resulting technical, institutional, and economic challenges facing decision-makers in developing countries as they transition to a future electricity grid.

This WRI policy brief outlines the state of the wind power industry in the United States, detailing procurement options for corporate buyers, the economic and technical challenges facing the sector, and the potential for wind power to enhance energy security and mitigate climate change.

This implementation guide by the World Resources Institute outlines how traditional, regulated utilities can use green tariffs to meet the renewable energy demands of large commercial and industrial (C&I) customers. It synthesizes existing green tariff designs and provides strategic considerations for utilities to create attractive, pragmatic offerings that avoid unfair cost-shifting to other customers.

A WRI and PS Kenya case study on a pilot project for health-care providers in Kenya finds that successful demand-based energy access requires thorough exploration of user needs in technology, finance, and capacity building.

The Local Government Renewables Action Tracker is an interactive web tool developed by the American Cities Climate Challenge Renewables Accelerator to compile renewable electricity transactions and advocacy efforts by U.S. local governments.

The Corporate GPM Guide 2, published by the World Resources Institute, introduces landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) as a viable renewable energy source for commercial and industrial enterprises to displace conventional fossil fuels.

This research paper analyzes the global integration of the solar photovoltaic (PV) sector, examining growth patterns, cost structures, trade, investment, and employment. It argues that maintaining open global markets and providing predictable long-term support are essential for accelerating deployment and reducing costs, while cautioning against protectionist policies intended to create domestic jobs.

This World Resources Institute fact sheet outlines four strategies for Virginia to reduce its power sector emission rate to meet future U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards between 2020 and 2030.

The Renewable Energy Procurement Guidebook for Colombia, produced by the Clean Energy Investment Accelerator (CEIA), provides commercial and industrial buyers in Colombia with an overview of renewable energy procurement options, relevant policies, and implementation steps.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute provides a detailed status report on the climate policies, energy trends, and international cooperation of China and the United States as of early 2024. It outlines China's progress toward its 2030 and 2060 goals, the United States' implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), and the diplomatic efforts to maintain bilateral climate cooperation despite broader geopolitical tensions.

This briefing paper provides a detailed status update as of April 10, 2024, on the climate policies, energy trends, and bilateral engagement between China and the United States. It outlines China's progress toward its 2030 and 2060 carbon goals, the U.S. implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), and the diplomatic efforts to maintain climate cooperation despite broader geopolitical tensions.

This report by the World Resources Institute (WRI) outlines a strategic pathway for China to achieve deep decarbonization by 2050, focusing on the critical transition period of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025). It argues that adopting a 'Strengthened Ambition Scenario' (SAS) can lead to significant economic and social benefits, including a net social gain of 6.5 trillion yuan in 2050 and the avoidance of 1.89 million premature deaths annually by that year. The report emphasizes the role of key economic regions—the Yangtze River Delta, Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area—in leading the national transition by peaking emissions early.

This briefing by the World Resources Institute outlines the principles of climate justice, emphasizing the disproportionate impact of climate change on poor populations and the necessity of limiting global emissions to avoid catastrophic warming. It discusses the economic opportunities of a low-carbon transition, specifically in job creation and the role of policy certainty in driving investment.

This fact sheet from the World Resources Institute compares renewable energy policies and progress across China, Germany, India, Japan, and the United States, highlighting the correlation between policy predictability and industry growth.

The PJM Cities and Communities Coalition (PJMCCC) submitted comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding the establishment of the Office of Public Participation (OPP). The coalition advocates for the unique role of cities as stakeholders and urges FERC to prioritize resources for environmental justice groups, frontline communities, and tribal organizations to ensure equitable energy market outcomes.

This fact sheet describes the Green Power Market Development Group (GPMDG) India, a partnership between the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) launched in January 2013. The initiative aims to increase the use of renewable energy among large commercial and industrial consumers in India by addressing policy and market barriers and sharing best practices.