What We Do
A key part of our theory of change involves forging trusted partnerships with governments, businesses, research organizations, civil society groups and others to bring the right change-makers together. Learn more about WRI’s 100+ projects, coalitions and initiatives.
World Resources Report: Towards a More Equal City
Launch PlatformLaunch Platform Visit ProjectA new approach to cities that prioritizes equitable access to services would improve billions of lives, generate economic prosperity and create environmental benefits for all.
Part of CitiesSustainable Water Management
Visit ProjectWRI’s Water program studies local water data and governance, and shares best practices in order to advance context-driven, meaningful water management.
Part of FreshwaterStanding Together for Grassroots Environmental Defenders (STAND)
Visit ProjectThe STAND initiative offers capacity-building programs and small grant opportunities to grassroots environmental defenders in Brazil, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guatemala, Indonesia, Kenya, Liberia, Mexico and the Philippines.
Part of Equity & GovernanceAccess to Climate Finance for Transport
Visit ProjectConnecting research and practice to finance low-carbon transport in low- and middle-income countries.
Part of Cities
Our Global Reach
WRI has nearly 1,800 staff located around the world. In addition to global initiatives and a coordinated regional presence in Africa and Europe, we prioritize work in 12 focus countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and the United States.