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A Closer Look at the American Clean Energy and Security Act

By John Larsen on July 2, 2009

WRI analyzes emissions caps, allowances, offsets, and other critical components of the American Clean Energy and Security Act.

A Vote to Put the U.S. on a Low Carbon Path

By Jonathan Lash on June 27, 2009

Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that, if it becomes law, will change the face of America’s factories, power sources, buildings, landscapes and working patterns.

Rules for Fuels: Biofuels and Climate Change Impacts

By Liz Marshall on June 18, 2009

As biofuel production ramps up, counting all the associated greenhouse gas impacts is critical to good energy and climate policy.

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.

Energy, Environmental Considerations Could Be Included in Transportation Bill for First Time

June 9, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

NTPP Member and WRI Transport Director Nancy Kete Comments on Today’s Announcement

"Gang of 16" Democrats

June 4, 2009

Critical swing votes on climate legislation in the U.S. Senate will come from a group of sixteen Democrats.

Countdown to Copenhagen: Technology in a Global Climate Agreement

By Britt Childs Staley on June 2, 2009

A consensus is emerging on technology transfer in an international climate agreement, though sticking points remain.

Convergence and Divergence in Party Submissions to the UNFCCC on Technology

June 2, 2009

This graphic illustrates both areas of emerging consensus and sticking points among key players involved in enhanced international action on technology development and deployment.

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Enabling Adaptation: Priorities for Supporting the Rural Poor in a Changing Climate

June, 2009

Fact Sheet: Climate Change, Forests and Finance

By Florence Daviet on June 1, 2009

Reliable, long-term funding from the U.S. and other developed countries could help maintain forests and mitigate climate change.

The American Clean Energy and Security Act: Key Elements and Next Steps

By John Larsen on May 28, 2009

WRI’s analysis of emissions caps, allowances, offsets, and other critical components of the American Clean Energy and Security Act.

Countdown to Copenhagen: The U.S. Role in Climate Talks

By Polly Ghazi and Payson Schwin on May 27, 2009

As climate talks continue next week in Bonn, WRI President Jonathan Lash explains why the U.S. should actively take part in negotiations.

WRI Applauds Historic Step by the U.S. House of Representatives

May 22, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Jonathan Lash, president of the World Resources Institute congratulates Chairman Henry Waxman (D-CA), Chairman Edward Markey (D-MA), and members of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee on their historic vote this evening to approve The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (ACESA).

Statement by Deborah Seligsohn on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Strategically Important China Visit

May 21, 2009
Location: BEIJING, CHINA

National Journal reported that U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) is organizing a congressional trip to China over the Memorial Day recess, with a focus on climate change.

“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).

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