Stories: Markets & Enterprise

4 Ways Water Is Connected to India's Blackouts

Early last week, the strained electrical power infrastructure in northern and eastern India was pushed

This post is part of WRI’s “Extreme Weather Watch” series, which explores the link between climate change and extreme events.

Wanted: A Steve Jobs for Sustainability

This post originally appeared on Forbes.com.

Rio+20: More Progress from Business Needed

This piece originally appeared in The Guardian.

WRI’s experts will continue to provide commentary and analysis of t

Final Days at Rio+20: Measuring Progress So Far

Rio+20 has not quite concluded, but we’re rapidly approaching the end line.

This week’s Business 20, or “B20,” summit in Los Cabos, Mexico signals the launch of the G

With its high reliance on manufacturing, mining, and agriculture, South Africa’s economy runs on fresh water.

We are Running Out of Water - Now What?

This piece was authored by Jon Freedman, Global Government Relations Leader for GE Power & Water. It originally ran on May 12th on GreenBiz.

WRI Celebrates 30 Years at “Courage to Lead” Dinner

Dinner recognizes philanthropist Mayor Michael Bloomberg; honors Stephen Ross and Jonathan Lash;

Raises more than $1 million to support organization’s mission

The World Resources Institute is celebrating its 30th Anniversary tonight with the “Courage to Lead” dinner at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York City. At the dinner, WRI will recognize the contributions of its special guest, philanthropist and Mayor Michael Bloomberg; and honor Stephen Ross, chairman, CEO and founder of Related Companies; and Jonathan Lash, president of Hampshire College and WRI’s former president.