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Designing Greenhouse Gas Reporting Systems: Learning from Existing Programs

Neelam Singh, Avipsa Mahapatra

Working Paper: September, 2013

Mandatory reporting programs help build a strong foundation to manage greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and strengthen countries’ capacity to adequately tackle climate change. This working paper provides insight into the factors influencing the design and development of reporting programs and capacities needed for their effective implementation. It identifies decision drivers and steps in developing mandatory GHG reporting programs.

Coming Soon: Global Forest Watch 2.0

Global Forest Watch 2.0 is a powerful near real-time forest monitoring system that unites satellite technology, data sharing, and human networks around the world to fight deforestation.

Open Climate Network Analysis

The Open Climate Network (OCN) is an independent, international partnership that tracks and reports on the progress of key countries on climate change. OCN analysis is prepared by partners around the world covering climate finance, mitigation policy, and clean technology.

Regional Cap and Trade Programs

February 16, 2011

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NEWS RELEASE: Effective Community Engagement Essential for CCS Deployment

November 17, 2010
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Building constructive relationships with host communities is crucial for the successful deployment of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), a clean energy technology that can help reduce carbon pollution, according to a new report by the World Resources Institute (WRI).

Guidelines for Community Engagement in Carbon Dioxide Capture, Transport, and Storage Projects

November, 2010

This report was designed to provide guidance to Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project developers, regulators, and local communities as they engage in discussions regarding potential CCS projects.

New WRI Web App Allows Easy Analysis of Developed Country Climate Pledges

December 9, 2009
Location: COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

Demonstrates that Current Pledges Fall Short

All the latest emission reduction pledges from developed countries, including recent announcements from the U.S. and Russia, are incorporated in an interactive Web application released by the World Resources Institute (WRI) here today at the U.N. climate conference.

Developed Country GHG Reduction Pledges Fall Short, New Analysis Reveals

October 6, 2009
Location: BANGKOK, THAILAND

Commitments made by developed countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, when added together, fall short of stabilizing global temperatures at a level that averts dangerous climate change.

Regional Climate Initiatives in the United States and Canada

July 14, 2009

Regional Climate Initiatives in the United States and Canada

June 9, 2009

Note: this map has been updated: click here to view the update.

Regional climate initiatives in the U.S.

First Worldwide Summary of Water-Quality Trading Programs Shows Growing Popularity

March 24, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

The first list of the 57 water-quality trading programs worldwide is being released today by the World Resources Institute (WRI).

Water Quality Trading Programs: An International Overview

March, 2009

WRI, EIA Form Partnership to Stem Illegal Forest Products Imported Into U.S.

December 4, 2008
Location: POZNAN, POLAND

The World Resources Institute and the Environmental Investigation Agency today launch a partnership to combat illegal logging worldwide and clean up timber supply chains.

WRI Joins North America’s Largest Greenhouse Gas Reporting Partnership

May 14, 2008
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

The Climate Registry, which uses accounting methodologies created by the World Resources Institute, will name WRI one of its founding reporters next month.

The Climate Registry Releases Its General Reporting Protocol

By David Rich on April 28, 2008

The Climate Registry has finalized its General Reporting Protocol, which provides a consistent framework for companies and organizations across North America to measure and publicly report their greenhouse gas emissions. To date, the Climate Registry has 126 reporting organizations, including WRI.

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