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Here is why WRI supports the USCAP Blueprint, which provides a framework to shift the U.S. to a low carbon economy, and a more secure energy future.

On his first full day in office, President Obama issued an Executive Order and several memoranda on transparency and participation in the Federal Government.

This study uses a national agro-environmental production model to evaluate the environmental and economic impacts of introducing a market for corn stover to support a stover-based ethanol industry.

Enhanced buses along the proposed Purple Line in Maryland’s D.C. suburbs would cost less, offer similar services, and fight global warming better than light-rail cars, according to an analysis released today by the World Resources Institute.

Jennifer Layke, deputy director of WRI’s Climate, Energy and Pollution Program, sets an agenda for Congress, and answers concerns about potential effects on the economy.

The World Resources Institute is now one of the first U.S.-based organizations to purchase Certified Emission Reductions (CERs) from the global compliance market established by the Kyoto Protocol.

Here is the statement of WRI President Jonathan Lash on what an important signal President-elect Barack Obama has sent by naming Steven Chu -

Environmental Stories to Watch is WRI’s annual survey of emerging issues that could have major impacts on environmental coverage. At the Newseum, WRI President Jonathan Lash unveiled what he predicts will be the four “Stories to Watch” in 2009.

This publication is a transcript of Jonathan Lash’s annual Environmental Stories to Watch address, which he gave on December 17th, 2008 at the Newseum. For the past six years, WRI has invited members of the press to join in a conversation about what we think will be the environmental stories to watch in the coming year.

WHAT: For the sixth straight year, World Resources Institute President Jonathan Lash will hold a briefing to preview which key environmental issues to watch in the year ahead.

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

Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) provide businesses a means to support renewable energy generation and meet clean energy goals. This fact sheet answers some basic questions about RECs and REC purchasing.

WRI has joined with 70 organizations to issue the 21st Century Right to Know Agenda Report in support of government transparency and accountability in the incoming Obama administration.

The World Resources Institute (WRI) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced a collaboration to deliver improved science and practical tools to help companies and governments protect ecosystems and address climate change.

The Importance of the USCAP Blueprint

President Obama's Open Government: Welcome First Steps

Corn Stover For Ethanol Production: Potential and Pitfalls

Enhanced Buses Best Option for DC-Area “Purple Line,” WRI Finds

Getting Started: Toward a Low Carbon U.S. Economy

Statement To the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce

WRI Becomes Pioneer in Global Carbon-Offset Market

WRI’s Jonathan Lash Commends President-elect Obama for Adding Top Scientists to Team

Environmental Stories to Watch in 2009

Environmental Stories to Watch in 2009

MEDIA ADVISORY: WRI’s Jonathan Lash to Gauge Environmental "Stories to Watch" for 2009

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

Bottom Line on Renewable Energy Certificates

Keeping the Promise of Transparency

EPA Partners With WRI to Heighten Awareness of Ecosystem Services

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