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Darwin's Lessons for the Extractive Industry

By Kirk Herbertson and Janet Ranganathan on May 26, 2009

Environmental and social performance is shaping a new breed of oil, gas, and mining companies.

A Victory for Transparency in the United Kingdom

By Lalanath de Silva on May 20, 2009

The resignation of the Speaker of the UK House of Commons demonstrates the power of transparency.

“Common Sense” Climate and Energy Bill Praised by WRI President Jonathan Lash

May 18, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

The U.S. House of Representatives this week discusses a major climate and energy bill introduced by Henry Waxman (D-CA) and Edward Markey (D-MA).

Green Lending or Banking as Usual?

By Emily Chessin on April 28, 2009

Emergency spending for developing countries provides an opportunity to deliver green investments.

"Green Stimulus" at the G20

By Isabel Munilla on April 2, 2009

Global economic recovery plans are green—but not yet green enough.

Greening the IDB's Lending Portfolio

By Athena Ballesteros and Isabel Munilla on March 30, 2009

As the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) celebrates its 50th anniversary, Latin America is struggling to address the financial crisis and climate change.

Bloomberg President, Zipcar Founder Named Directors at World Resources Institute

March 11, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

The World Resources Institute (WRI) has elected Robin Chase, an entrepreneur in cost-effective transportati

WRI Releases Guide to Help Extractive Companies Work with Local Communities

March 5, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Natural-resources extractive companies are profiting financially and socially when they consult with affected communities before and during the construction of projects.

Engage Communities, Avoid Conflict

By Kirk Herbertson on March 2, 2009

As the World Bank hosts Extractive Industries Week, the story of the Mae Moh coal plant in Thailand shows why early community engagement is critical.

Counting the Carbon in Overseas Investments

By Kirk Herbertson on February 13, 2009

In a landmark settlement, two U.S. government agencies are now required to consider the climate change impacts of overseas financing.

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