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This working paper examines China's efforts to create an enabling environment for clean technology research, development, and innovation. It argues that the direction and pace of innovation—driven by technology-neutral energy policies and domestic R&D support—are critical for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The paper aims to demonstrate how developing countries can implement similar policies to leverage international climate financing and achieve scientific leadership.

This research paper analyzes the development of solar PV and wind industries in China, Germany, India, Japan, and the United States from 2001 to 2011. It examines how these countries used policy to balance the growth of domestic manufacturing and 'green jobs' with the need for affordable, low-cost clean energy. The study, produced by a collaboration of five research institutions, evaluates the entire value chain from R&D to power generation and is supported by an interactive Data Explorer Tool.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute analyzes global trends in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions peaking, tracking the number of countries that have peaked or committed to peaking between 1990 and 2030.

This research paper by the World Resources Institute evaluates the transparency of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets in the Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) of eight major emitting economies. Using the 'Open Book' framework, the paper identifies transparency gaps that hinder the assessment of national and global ambition, particularly regarding land-sector accounting and market mechanisms. It provides estimated emissions trajectories through 2030 to quantify uncertainties resulting from these gaps and offers recommendations for governments and UNFCCC negotiators to improve reporting clarity.

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 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 report by the World Resources Institute examines the role of energy efficiency in the economic and environmental performance of pulp and paper mills in the U.S. Midwest, analyzing facility-level data to identify cost-effective energy and emissions reductions.

This research paper, the first in a series by the World Resources Institute, analyzes 10 international case studies from Europe, Asia, and the United States to identify effective public communication and consultation strategies for Low Emission Zones (LEZ) and Congestion Charging (CC) schemes. The paper emphasizes that public communication must be integrated into the policy design process from the earliest feasibility stages to secure public acceptance and ensure sustainable implementation.

This research paper outlines a three-step framework ("plan/review, decide, implement") to help banks, particularly those in China, reduce and eliminate their coal exposure. It emphasizes that unabated coal use for power must drop from 36% in 2022 to 3% by 2035 to meet the 1.5°C goal. The paper argues that a holistic approach covering the entire coal value chain and all financial instruments is necessary, suggesting that international collaboration and increased transparency will provide Chinese banks with a competitive advantage in the energy transition.

This research paper introduces the City Climate Policy Assessment Framework, a tool designed to evaluate the comprehensiveness of climate policies across 12 cities in China and internationally across seven key sectors.

This briefing paper compares the development of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) and Direct Air Capture (DAC) in the United States and China. The U.S. is leading in infrastructure and policy incentives, notably through the Inflation Reduction Act's 45Q tax credits. China is rapidly expanding its project portfolio but faces significant regulatory gaps and a lack of structured financial support. The document outlines a bilateral commitment under the Sunnylands Statement to develop five large-scale cooperative projects each by 2030, with a 2024 focus on hard-to-abate industries, market environments, infrastructure, and carbon removal.

The World Resources Institute report summarizes the China-U.S. High-Level Dialogue on Energy and Climate Change held in Beijing on April 25-26, 2024. The dialogue served as a space for experts to discuss power sector decarbonization, methane mitigation, energy efficiency, carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS), climate finance, and trade. The report outlines domestic policy updates from both nations, identifies specific areas for future bilateral collaboration, and discusses preparations for COP 29 and COP 30.

This briefing document from the World Resources Institute examines the current state of climate finance, carbon pricing, and data disclosure in the United States and China, while identifying potential areas for bilateral cooperation.

This briefing paper by the World Resources Institute analyzes the state of climate finance, carbon pricing, and data disclosure in the United States and China. It details the U.S. reliance on subnational carbon markets and the SEC's evolving disclosure rules, alongside China's implementation of the world's largest emissions trading scheme (ETS) and its 'South-South' finance mechanism. The document concludes by suggesting areas for bilateral cooperation, specifically in sustainable procurement, data standards, and subnational carbon market exchanges.

This briefing analyzes energy efficiency trends and policy goals in China and the United States. It highlights the U.S. steady decline in energy intensity since 1950 and China's fluctuating efficiency rates, including a significant reversal between 2000 and 2005. Both nations have set ambitious mid-century net-zero or carbon-neutral goals, utilizing energy efficiency as a primary lever. The document also details a history of bilateral cooperation through frameworks like the U.S.-China Energy Efficiency Forum and the Energy Efficiency Action Plan, focusing on industrial, building, and transport sectors.

This briefing paper by the World Resources Institute examines the history, current trends, and future goals of energy efficiency in the United States and China. It details bilateral cooperation frameworks established since the 1990s, analyzes the drivers of energy intensity declines in both nations, and outlines specific national targets for buildings, industry, and transportation to reach mid-century net-zero or carbon neutrality goals.

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 document is a Form 990 'Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax' for the World Resources Institute (WRI) for the tax year beginning October 1, 2000, and ending September 30, 2001. It provides a detailed financial accounting of the organization's revenues, expenses, net assets, and program activities, as well as information on its governance and compensation of key employees.

This document is the 2004 IRS Form 990 tax return for the World Resources Institute (WRI), an environmental think tank. It details the organization's financial status, including total revenue of $18,646,375 and total expenses of $20,108,387 for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005. The return outlines WRI's program service accomplishments across eight thematic areas, its governance structure, and its asset holdings, including $39,503,429 in securities.