Experts & Staff
WRI brings together nearly 1,900 staff and experts who are leaders in their fields. Their work spans topics such as food and land use, energy, cities, economics, finance, governance and more. Our staff and researchers work globally and in 12 focus countries to meet people’s essential needs, to protect and restore nature, and to stabilize the climate and build resilient communities. Contact our media team to arrange an interview with any of our experts.
Program Experts & Staff
Giuseppe Tesoriere
Urban and Regional Economist, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities
John Thoppil
Manager, Global Operations
Lourenço Valentini
Urban Mobility Intern, WRI Brasil Ross Center for Sustainable Cities
Vivek Venkataramani
Senior Manager, Climate Resilience Practice
Ke Wang
Strategy Lead, Energy Materials and Circularity
Camilla Zanetti
Urban Mobility Research Assistant, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities