Maps & Data
WRI produces maps, charts, data sets, infographics, and other visual resources as part of our commitment to turn “information into action.” These products are based on our data and research, which are held to traditional academic standards of excellence, including objectivity and rigor.
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Featured Data Library
CAIT Paris Contributions Map
mapThe CAIT Paris Contributions Map enables users to explore, compare and assess GHG mitigation plans in each country's Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC).
Aqueduct Global Flood Analyzer
mapThe Aqueduct Global Flood Analyzer is a web-based interactive platform which measures river flood impacts by urban damage, affected GDP, and affected population at the country, state, and river basin scale across the globe.
India Water Tool
mapThe India Water Tool Version 2 (IWT 2.0) is an online tool for companies and other users to understand their water-related risks and prioritize actions toward sustainable water management.
EU Investing in Climate Action Event: Andrew Steer Remarks
On March 24, 2021 Dr. Andrew Steer, President & CEO of WRI, joined the European Investment Bank and the European Commission for a live, virtual event, Investing in Climate Action. The event convened together twenty-six world leaders and policy experts who to speak on how, both in the EU and globally, investing in climate mitigation and resilience will support the COVID-19 recovery and lay the foundation for a sustainable future.
TEDxFoggyBottom: Andrew Steer | Reimagining the Economy to Save the Climate
Dr. Steer showcases the current influence and changes of our world economy. "We are now ready for a change in a way that we were not before. We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia."
Electric Vehicles on the Grid Simulator
The Electric Vehicles on the Grid Simulator evaluates the potential electric vehicle (EV) load impacts on the low-voltage distribution grid at specific sites.
The Costs and Benefits Appraisal Tool for Transit Buses
A tool designed to inform bus operators and city officials of the costs, emissions, and social benefits associated with bus fleets using different fuel types.
Climate Implementation Tracker (Beta)
The Climate Implementation Tracker (Beta) is an Excel tool that tracks and visualizes progress towards a variety of climate actions.
Aqueduct Floods Hazard Maps
Aqueduct Flood Hazard Maps include gridded flood inundation maps for riverine and coastal floods. The maps represent both current conditions and projected flooding for years 2030, 2050, and 2080.
Dataset: Guidance for Calculating Water Use Embedded in Purchased Electricity
This dataset includes appendices for Guidance for Calculating Water Use Embedded in Purchased Electricity.
Securing a Sustainable Water Future in an Ever-Drier World
A parched and burning Australia is just the latest evidence of the devastating impact of water scarcity. And it’s getting worse. New research from WRI shows that our use of this precious resource is on course to outstrip supply by an even larger amount than previously thought.
World Greenhouse Gas Emissions: 2016
This chart offers a comprehensive view of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It describes the sources and activities across the global economy that produce greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the type and volume of gases associated with each activity.
Achieving Abundance: Understanding the Cost of a Sustainable Water Future Data
These data estimate the cost to achieve sustainable water management by country and major river basin around the world.
