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Asia

WRI works with leaders and decision makers in Asia’s three biggest economies: China, India and Indonesia. We also work through partners in Southeast Asia, including on energy issues in Vietnam and the Philippines. 

International Offices

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    WRI China

    WRI China works with business, government and community leaders to shift the country onto a more sustainable development path.

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    WRI India

    WRI India works with local and national governments, businesses, and civil society to address India’s development challenges. We identify solutions that are both economically and environmentally sound.

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    WRI Indonesia

    WRI Indonesia works with leaders in government, business and civil society to help realize Indonesia’s environmental and economic potential with the ultimate aim of sustainably developing the country’s forestry, land-use, energy, cities, and ocean sectors.

World Resources Institute is a global research organization that spans more than 60 countries. Our Asia includes specific Projects and Initiatives alongside regional Experts that forward our vision to turn big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being.

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    Access to Climate Finance for Transport

    Connecting research and practice to finance low-carbon transport in low- and middle-income countries.

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    All in for a Net Zero Built Environment

    Mainstreaming net zero carbon and resilient buildings into national and local policies

    Part of Cities
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    REHOUSE (Resilient, Equitable Housing, Opportunities and Urban Services)

    Accelerating progress towards more equitable and climate-smart cities through resilient and affordable housing and basic services in informal settlements.

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    Subnational Climate Action Leaders Exchange (SCALE)

    A platform to accelerate progress on subnational climate action through enhancing multi-level collaboration and mobilizing resources.

    Part of Cities