WRI United States
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-U.S. works at the federal, state and local 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. You can learn more about our work by exploring the links below.
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WRI United States Projects
Achieving Zero Net Emissions by 2050
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Carbon Removal
Exploring challenges and opportunities to leveraging carbon removal strategies to help tackle climate change
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Supporting Clean Electricity
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Special Clean Power Council for Customers & Utilities (CPC)
A WRI-led, two-year collaboration comprised of leading U.S. electric utilities and major commercial customers – jointly committed to the rapid deployment of low-carbon energy supply through innovative and mutually beneficial utility sector solutions.
Supporting Local Government
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New Urban Mobility Alliance (NUMO)
Channeling tech-based disruptions in urban transport to create joyful cities where sustainable and just mobility is the new normal
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Other U.S. Related Projects
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Global Commission on Adaptation
The Global Commission on Adaptation seeks to accelerate adaptation action and increase political support for building climate resilience.
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Science Based Targets Initiative
Smart companies understand the risks posed by climate change and demonstrate leadership by setting science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets.
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Natural Infrastructure for Water
We empower governments, businesses, utilities, and communities to enhance water security by investing in “natural infrastructure,” like forests and wetlands, as part of a portfolio of smart solutions to growing water challenges.
Experts
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Dan Lashof
Director, WRI United States -
Christina DeConcini
Director, Government Affairs -
Kevin Kennedy
Senior Fellow, U.S. Climate Initiative -
Nate Aden
Senior Associate, Business Center -
Christopher M. Ede-Calton
Engagement Manager, Climate Program -
Karl Hausker
Senior Fellow -
John Feldmann
Research Analyst, WRI United States -
Rhys Gerholdt
Director of Communications & Media Strategy, Climate Program -
Joe Thwaites
Associate II, Sustainable Finance Center -
Tom Cyrs
Research Associate -
Heidi Ratz
Manager, U.S. Electricity Markets -
Katie Lebling
Associate -
Andrew Light
Distinguished Senior Fellow -
Lori Bird
Director, US Energy Program and Polsky Chair for Renewable Energy -
Eliot Metzger
Director of Sustainable Business & Innovation, WRI's Center for Sustainable Business -
Celina Bonugli
Associate, Clean Energy Innovation -
Greg Carlock
Manager, Climate Action & Data -
Alex Rudee
Manager, U.S. Natural Climate Solutions -
Cynthia Cummis
Director of Private Sector Climate Mitigation -
Lacey Shaver
City Renewable Energy Manager -
Norma Hutchinson
Research Analyst -
Tyler Clevenger
Research Analyst -
Devashree Saha
Senior Associate -
Matthew Cronin
Project Coordinator II -
Alexander Dane
Manager, City Renewable Energy Solutions -
Carrie Dellesky
Engagement & Communications Manager, Carbon Removal -
Todd Gartner
Director, Cities4Forests and Natural Infrastructure Initiative -
Tatsatom Gonçalves
Research Analyst, Energy Program -
Matt Herbert
Communications and Social Media Specialist, Climate Program -
Joel Jaeger
Research Associate II, Climate Program -
Haley Leslie-Bole
Research Analyst, WRI United States -
Serena Li
Research Lead, WRI's Center for Sustainable Business -
Amy Meyer
Associate, WRI's Center for Sustainable Business -
Robi Robichaud
U.S. City Renewables Lead, Energy Program -
Harriet Tregoning
Director, NUMO Alliance -
Debbie Weyl
Deputy Director, WRI United States -
Jennifer Wilcox
Senior Fellow -
Gillian Zwicker
Research Analyst