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How Forests Near and Far Help Cities

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In Barranquilla, Colombia, Urban Parks Revitalize a Declining City

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Policies Underestimate Forests’ Full Effect on the Climate

Featured Statement

December 19, 2022

Countries Agree to Landmark Deal to Protect World's Ecosystems

Delegates at the UN's COP15 summit in Montreal, Canada agreed to conserve 30% of the world's land, ocean and waters by 2030.

WRI is a global research organization that works with governments, businesses, multilateral institutions and civil society groups to develop practical solutions that improve people’s lives and ensure nature can thrive. We organize our work around seven global challenges: Food, Forests, Water, Energy, Climate, the Ocean and Cities. We analyze these issues through the lenses of our four Centers of Excellence: Business, Economics, Finance and Equity.

Cities

Climate

Energy

Food

Forests

Two scientists examine forest health in Indian cropland

Ocean

Water

Centers

As part of our "Count it, Change it, Scale it" approach, we work with partners to mobilize commissions and major global initiatives. These delivery platforms allow us to create large-scale change with lasting impact.

Global Forest Watch

Offering the latest data, technology and tools that empower people everywhere to better manage and protect forest landscapes.

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UrbanShift

A global program transforming cities for people and planet through sustainable, integrated and inclusive approaches to urban development.

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Part of Cities
NDC Partnership

The NDC Partnership is a global initiative to help countries achieve their national climate commitments and ensure financial and technical assistance is delivered as efficiently as possible.

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Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G)

Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) is global platform accelerating pioneering green partnerships to drive inclusive and resilient economic growth.

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Our Global Reach

WRI works across a global network to develop practical solutions that improve people’s lives and protect nature. We have more than 1,200 staff and offices in 12 countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, the Netherlands, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States. We work with partners in more than 50 countries.