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The document provides a detailed breakdown of climate finance pledges from various developed nations and the European Union, detailing the amounts pledged, the actual allocations made, the channeling institutions used, and the countries' positions on whether the funds are 'new and additional' to existing Official Development Assistance (ODA).

The World Resources Institute calls on the re-elected President Obama to establish a strong national climate and energy strategy, including carbon pricing and stricter emissions standards for power plants, to move beyond a 'piecemeal approach' and secure a competitive position in the $2.3 trillion clean energy market.

The Suitability Mapper is a public online tool developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and Sekala to help stakeholders identify potentially suitable areas for sustainable oil palm cultivation in Kalimantan. It uses a binary analysis of 11 environmental and crop indicators to classify land as either 'potential' or 'not suitable'. The tool allows users to apply default settings based on Project POTICO—which align with RSPO standards and Indonesian law—or customize criteria to fit specific project needs. Because the underlying data has not been systematically verified, the document emphasizes that field assessments and due diligence regarding legal and social issues are mandatory to confirm site suitability.

The World Resources Institute argues that sustainability must be viewed as a pro-growth path rather than a conflict with economic growth, urging governments and businesses to move from promises to concrete policy actions to protect the climate and ecosystems.

The document describes the New Ventures project, which provides mentorship and investment access to SMEs in six emerging markets to promote environmental sustainability. It highlights Ouro Verde, a Brazilian company producing sustainable Brazil nut products, which has created 47 jobs and supports the sustainable management of 1.3 million hectares of rainforest. Overall, New Ventures has facilitated over $225 million in investment for 346 enterprises, resulting in a 2010 CO2 reduction of 135,021 tons and the sustainable management or conservation of 1,490,448 hectares of land.

The external review assesses WRI's transition toward a more global presence, specifically its expansion into China, India, and Brazil, and its shift toward a 'do-tank' model. While praising WRI's analytical excellence, reputation, and successful engagement with the business sector, the review identifies needs for better program focus, increased attention to poverty and gender, and a more systematic approach to partnership management. It recommends that WRI refine its balance between strategic research and tactical implementation to maintain its comparative advantage as a high-impact global think tank.

The document outlines how human-induced climate change has increased the probability of intense heat waves, severe droughts, and large forest fires in the U.S., citing data from NOAA and other scientific bodies to show that these events are becoming more frequent and severe than natural variability alone can explain.

The document argues that EPA mercury rules will not undermine U.S. electricity system reliability due to regulatory flexibility, available compliance technologies, and sufficient new plant capacity to offset retirements.

The International Partnership on Mitigation and MRV, launched in May 2010 by Germany, South Africa, and South Korea, focuses on supporting developing countries in designing National Low Carbon Development Strategies (LCDS), Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs), and systems to measure, report, and verify mitigation actions. This document serves as an input for the Partnership's sixth meeting in Panama City in October 2011, reviewing previous discussions to improve future value to the climate community.

The World Resources Institute (WRI) announced the passing of Lee Schipper on August 16, 2011. Schipper co-founded EMBARQ, WRI's Center for Sustainable Transport, and was recognized for his leadership in developing data-driven sustainable transportation solutions. His professional career included roles as a project scientist at UC Berkeley's Global Metropolitan Studies and a Senior Research Engineer at Stanford University's Precourt Institute of Energy Efficiency. Schipper authored over 100 publications on energy, transportation, and the environment, and expanded EMBARQ's operations into China, India, and Mexico.

The document outlines China's shift toward energy efficiency and non-fossil fuel development, driven by energy security, environmental protection, and economic restructuring. It details the targets of the 12th Five-Year Plan (2011-2015), including carbon and energy intensity reductions. The author highlights China's rapid expansion in wind, solar, and high-speed rail, while noting the strategic importance of carbon capture and storage. Finally, it argues that China's clear policy framework creates significant investment opportunities for U.S. companies in clean technology.

The document presents a structured 12-step framework for collaborative solar procurement, moving from early regional recruiting and site assessment through to procurement, installation, and long-term operation. The process emphasizes the importance of shared understanding among participants, competitive bidding to ensure best-value vendor selection, and the documentation of energy production and savings over a 25-year horizon.

The World Resources Institute (WRI) reported total revenue of $39,871,632 and total expenses of $37,145,082 for the 2009 tax year. Its primary mission is to "MOVE HUMAN SOCIETY TO LIVE IN WAYS THAT PROTECT EARTH'S ENVIRONMENT". The organization operates several key programs focusing on climate, energy, pollution, ecosystem degradation, and urban mobility, with significant grantmaking and program activities conducted both within the United States and internationally, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, East Asia, and South America.

The Atlantic region contains approximately 10% of the world's coral reefs, with over 75% currently affected by local threats and more than 30% at high or very high risk. While 631 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) cover about 30% of these reefs, only 6% of the assessed area is classified as fully effective. Projections indicate that climate-related threats could push the proportion of reefs at risk to 100% by 2050.

Australia possesses approximately 42,000 sq km of coral reefs, the largest amount of any single nation. While these reefs are the least threatened by local human pressures globally, they face severe risks from thermal stress, warming, and acidification, with projections suggesting over 95 percent of Australian reefs will be threatened by 2050.

The Indian Ocean contains 13 percent of the world's coral reefs, with over 65 percent currently at risk from local threats, primarily overfishing. Projections indicate that by 2050, all areas in the region will be considered threatened due to the combined impact of local pressures and climate-related stressors such as thermal stress and acidification. While 19 percent of reefs are within marine protected areas, only 11 percent of the region's reefs are in MPAs with effective or partially effective management.

The Reefs at Risk Revisited analysis finds that approximately 75 percent of global coral reefs are threatened by local and global pressures, with local threats affecting over 60 percent. Without intervention to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local pressures, threatened reefs could increase to over 90 percent by 2030 and nearly all reefs by 2050. While over 25 percent of reefs are in marine protected areas, only 6 percent are effectively managed. The report identifies 27 nations as most vulnerable to reef degradation, including Haiti, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

The Middle East contains approximately 6 percent of the world's coral reefs, with nearly two-thirds currently at risk from local threats, most notably overfishing. While some areas of the Red Sea remain under low threat, the Persian Gulf is highly stressed, with over 85 percent of its reefs considered threatened. Projections indicate that thermal stress and ocean acidification will push all reefs in the region to threatened status by 2050. Currently, only 12 percent of the region's reefs are within Marine Protected Areas, though Egypt has significant coverage with about 50 percent of its reefs protected.

The Pacific contains over a quarter of the world's coral reefs, with nearly 50% currently affected by local threats such as overfishing and pollution. While the region has over 920 Marine Protected Areas covering 13% of its reefs, future climate change is projected to increase the proportion of threatened reefs to 90% by 2030 and nearly all reefs by 2050.

The document asserts that limiting global warming to 2° Celsius requires significant innovation in technologies and processes to reduce costs and improve performance. It highlights the role of public climate finance in attracting private investment and suggests that the UAE can lead an expanded international innovation system through cooperation in areas such as joint research, capacity building, and the support of innovation hubs like IRENA and Masdar.