United States
WRI works at the federal, state and local levels across the United States to develop solutions to the most pressing environmental challenges.


As the world’s largest economy and the number-one historical emitter, the U.S. carries enormous influence as to whether climate challenges can be successfully addressed. WRI works at the federal, state, local, and corporate levels to develop solutions to the most pressing environmental challenges. We conduct rigorous, peer-reviewed research and convene stakeholders from the public and private sectors to identify practical solutions.
U.S. Climate
The United States needs an all-hands-on-deck approach to addressing the climate crisis. WRI is working to advance climate action on all levels of government and in high-emitting sectors to raise climate ambition through policy and economic recovery legislation.
U.S. Energy
WRI helps states, cities, corporates and other large-buyers accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. WRI focuses on addressing market barriers to clean energy, accelerating the transition to renewable resources and advancing innovative solutions for a low carbon grid.
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WRI's work in the United States focuses on a number of specific initiatives including projects on Climate and Clean Energy. See all projects in the United States.
Clean Energy
Working with electricity customers, cities, regulators and utilities to drive the transition to a low-carbon grid.
Part of EnergyU.S. Climate
Advancing climate action on federal, state and local levels to ensure a sustainable, prosperous and just future for all Americans.
Part of ClimateElectric School Bus Initiative
Collaborating to equitably electrify the U.S. school bus fleet.
Part of CitiesResponsible Corporate Advocacy
An initiative catalyzing responsible corporate engagement on climate policy in the United States.
Part of Climate
Explore the new U.S. Climate Policy Resource Center
Recent Insights
How the US Can Electrify Its Public Fleets, from City Buses to Garbage Trucks
Insights October 12, 2023Many Underserved Communities Face EV ‘Charging Deserts.’ These 5 Strategies Can Help.
Insights September 25, 2023