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NEW DATA: Tropical primary forest loss declined, driven largely by Brazil — but overall loss remains high as fires pose a rising threat, according to annual analysis from WRI’s Global Forest Watch and data from University of Maryland’s GLAD Lab. Full analysis➡️ go.wri.org/tcl2025-bs #TreeCoverLoss

Amid a year of devastating climate impacts, an energy crisis, and rising prices, WRI sees 3 major opportunities for #COP31 to advance action: ⚡Energy 💰Adaptation 🌊Ocean Countries should prioritize implementation. Learn more about the issues to watch at COP31: go.wri.org/cop31-issues

We teamed up with IKEA Foundation for this year’s IKEA Foundation Week campaign, to help people rethink food. Dr Susan Chomba explains how the way we produce, distribute and consume food affects our climate, & shares solutions to reduce waste and emissions. SaveTheTomato.org #IFW26

What is a ‘Super El Niño’? How might it affect food, forests and water? #WRIExplains👉 https://go.wri.org/super-el-nino

🚨 New data from #SystemsChangeLab finds that global efforts to conserve forests and land are not just falling short — they are largely moving in the wrong direction. 📊 Explore the data and see what’s needed to reverse course: https://bit.ly/482kiRT

With total global renewable electricity generation capacity growing nearly 7-fold in the past 25 years, renewables are becoming a bigger part of our lives. But how about costs? Jobs? What happens when the sun isn't shining? We answer your questions: go.wri.org/renewable-fa...

New @worldresources.bsky.social research finds that 63% of island & coastal countries with updated 2025 climate plans included fisheries or aquaculture actions, up from 41% in 2022. But commitments are focussed on adaptation with mitigation often overlooked. www.wri.org/research/str...

When I was brand new at FC I got pitched a National Cattlemen's Beef Association white paper outlining the 'minimal environmental footprint of beef production in the US' and immediately called up @worldresources.bsky.social to get a sustainable food experts take: www.fastcompany.com/90431910/the...

What will a successful COP31 deliver? On Friday, I’ll join @worldresources.bsky.social colleagues to discuss energy, adaptation and (me) turning ocean commitments into action. Open to journalists, 16th October, 2:30–3:30 pm CEST. Register below. www.wri.org/news/advisor...

The EU’s deforestation footprint is not spread evenly across the hundreds of agricultural commodities it imports. Our newest research finds nearly 74% of deforestation linked to the EU’s demand for seven commodities occurs in just six countries. Learn more: go.wri.org/eudr-forest-...

We talk a lot about transforming food systems to tackle climate change, but blue foods remain surprisingly absent from national climate plans. New @worldresources.bsky.social research delves deep to see what’s included & what isn’t. Join us on 13 October to learn more: hub.wri.org/events/2026/...

“Why School Districts Say They Love Their Electric School Buses” by @worldresources.bsky.social buff.ly/ers6v9G

The WRI Ross Center #PrizeforCities 🏆 recognizes bold initiatives sparking change in #cities around the 🌍. One Grand Prize Winner will receive $250k. Four finalists will receive $25k each. Does your project have what it takes? Apply by Jan. 13, 2027 👉 PrizeforCities.org Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4yXjeKC

This week, we're highlighting a @worldresources.bsky.social article by Laura Van Wie McGrory, Umesh Kumar Sharma R, and Ashwini Chitnis, as they dive into integrated resource planning. #Collaboration #Republishing #IRP #CleanEnergy theenergypioneer.com/integrated-r...

Next week we are organising a solutions-focused event with @worldresources.bsky.social on #EUDR 🌲 Together EU policymakers, business, and civil society we will showcase how companies have prepared for the implementation. 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐎𝐖 👇️

📢 At #ClimateWeekNYC, VP Sara Aagesen announced Spain's endorsement of #CHAMPclimate! With 78 countries & the EU, the CHAMP coalition is translating climate ambition to on-the-ground action for people & communities through multilevel partnerships. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3VOnttt

🗽From green jobs to climate diplomacy, Climate Week NYC is full of exciting events and important discussions. Sometimes *too* technical ones. But we know that climate action works the best when it makes people lives better. So we make it easier to communicate just that: makeitwork.wri.org

🗓️ Join us on 29 September to discuss #deforestation and forest fire risks and why the #EUDR remains essential to Europe’s response to global forest loss🌲 Co-organised with @worldresources.bsky.social 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐎𝐖 👇️

🏭 How can climate-aligned trade support green manufacturing in emerging economies? Last week, @worldresources.bsky.social , @rockefellerfdn.bsky.social and CAP-A convened experts to explore CBAM, carbon markets and finance, with a focus on India and Africa. #CBAM #GreenIndustrialization

The Global Cooling Pledge addresses extreme heat risks & sustainable cooling demand to cut sectoral emissions by 68% by 2050. This week, we're helping translate the Pledge’s commitments ➡️ action at the 2026 #GlobalCoolingPledge Assembly in 🇸🇬. 👉 bit.ly/4j3uWhZ

With total global renewable electricity generation capacity growing nearly 7-fold in the past 25 years, renewables are becoming a bigger part of our lives. But how about costs? Jobs? What happens when the sun isn't shining? We answer your questions: go.wri.org/renewable-el...

🚨🌊Sea surface temperatures have risen steadily over the past 5 decades, reaching new records in 2026. On Aug. 22, the daily average sea surface temperature across the global ocean outside the polar regions reached 21.10°C, the highest daily value ever recorded. Read more: go.wri.org/ocean-temp-bs

These 10 countries have scaled up renewable energy the fastest: 🇺🇾 Uruguay 🇳🇦 Namibia 🇳🇱 The Netherlands 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇹 Lithuania 🇸🇻 El Salvador 🇨🇱 Chile 🇬🇷 Greece 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇯🇴 Jordan Latest research from #SystemsChangeLab: go.wri.org/renewables-s...

UNEP-WCMC researchers worked with Systems Change Lab, the @worldresources.bsky.social & the @bezosearthfund.org to compile the latest evidence & expertise on global progress on action & transformations needed to protect the world’s freshwater systems. 🔗 tinyurl.com/4d4ksnhk

#AI may live in the cloud, but its impacts are felt on the ground. 🏡 Nearly half of US #datacenters are in communities facing above-average environmental burdens. With the right partnerships, projects can build trust and bring real community benefits. 🤝 Watch the full interview: bit.ly/3SnZG2l

🐟Freshwater species help keep water clean, cycle nutrients and support food systems. Yet they are disappearing at alarming rates. 🪷Protecting freshwater biodiversity is critical for a sustainable future. 👉New research from #SystemsChangeLab highlights where change is needed: bit.ly/4fP6TBt

🔻🌳The world's remaining intact forest landscapes are shrinking. What's causing it? From 2000 to 2013, timber harvesting was the primary cause of reduction. Yet since 2020, fire has become the leading driver. How can we protect these unique forests? Find out: go.wri.org/intact-forests

A 25 year analysis of global fire trends shows forest fires burn twice as much forest today as they did 20 years ago. Climate change is a clear contributor. @worldresources.bsky.social and Global Nature Watch speak with me this week on the @mongabay.com Newscast about the situation.

The world and its forests have a fire problem. And as the fires worsen, they are becoming an increasingly prevalent driver of global forest loss. But why are forest fires getting worse? What does climate change have to do with it? And what can we do to stop this trend? ➡️ go.wri.org/tlc-update-bs

Extreme heat, wildfires, floods. Though named "natural disasters," they're anything but natural. What is our best defense against these disasters, damaging people's homes, endangering species & putting immense stress on cities? Our President & CEO, Ani Dasgupta answers: go.wri.org/restoring-na...

Sending many thanks to Tig Notaro for selecting WRI as her charity of choice while competing on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire🌍 Tig has been a supporter of WRI for several years, and we are so grateful to her for spotlighting our mission. Tune in TONIGHT at 8/7c on ABC or stream on HULU.

🌲🌲Vast stretches of unbroken forested wilderness, or intact forest landscapes, are uniquely valuable. But they’re also under threat. Global Nature Watch's latest research reveals the reasons behind intact forest loss, and what can be done👉 go.wri.org/intact-fores...

📰STATEMENT: European Commission Sets 46% Electrification Target Alongside Carbon Market Reform Read the full statement from Clem Perry, Global Clean Energy Supply Lead at WRI ➡️ go.wri.org/wri-electrif...

Kelp forests are among the most diverse habitats on Earth. But climate change, poor water quality and overfishing have damaged up to 60% of them in the last 50 years. We look at what’s at stake and how to protect the ocean’s kelp 👉 go.wri.org/kelp-ocean-bs

Latest Foreign Desk on Monocle Radio, looking at the scramble for critical minerals and/or rare earths. With @lynneodonnell.bsky.social, Guillaume de Brier at the International Peace Information Service, and Ke Wang at @worldresources.bsky.social. monocle.com/radio/shows/...

Carbon calculators usually focus on individual choices: what you eat, how you travel, how you power your home. Our new calculator is different. It’s designed for decision-makers whose choices affect large numbers of people, from policymakers to large companies: go.wri.org/climate-calc...

🌡Limiting global warming to 1.5°C has been the world's North Star for climate action. A critical benchmark against which policies are set and progress is measured. So, what happens if we breach it? We break it down➡️ go.wri.org/1-5-c-bs

📝 New working paper from @worldresources.bsky.social tallies up climate finance “beyond the usual suspects,” finding over $100 billion from 2013-2023 came from countries not traditionally counted—rising rapidly since 2020 and peaking at $17B in 2023. Learn more: go.wri.org/non-traditio...

🔥Record-breaking heat is striking cities across Western Europe. In an interview with CNN, @wrirosscities.bsky.social's Eric Mackres explained that passive cooling solutions like shade structures, cool roofs & urban trees — are 🔑 to tackling extreme urban heat. Read more ➡️ go.wri.org/europe-dilem...

Today at #LCAW2026, the 🆕 CHAMP Subnational Advisory Council met for the 1st time. A group of mayors & regional leaders from around the 🌏, the group will shape #CHAMPclimate’s strategic direction, advocacy priorities & implementation efforts. ➡️ www.c40.org/news/cities-...

Today at #LCAW2026, #CHAMPclimate kicked off a new era of climate action. Representing 40% of the 🌍’s emissions with 77 countries & the European Union, the coalition is supercharging ⚡ impact on the ground through its 🆕 Implementation Roadmap. ➡️ go.wri.org/champ-steeri...

🥗Vegetarian and vegan diets are still a hard sell. Fortunately, the science on how to change this is getting clearer. Here, we examine how a few leading food providers are boosting uptake of plant-based options➡️ go.wri.org/plant-based-...

New social media toolkit for the 11th Our Ocean Conference! The toolkit offers plenty of useful resources and inspiration. Join the conversation online ➡️ https://bit.ly/OOC11Toolkit #OurOceanKenya #OOC11 #OceanComms @worldresources.bsky.social

🔌🪫An EV battery does not reach end-of-life when it leaves a vehicle.​ Most are retired at ~70–80% capacity, creating a clear second stage. Currently, most of 'second life' value is lost. The structure & governance will determine whether that can change 👉 go.wri.org/ev-second-li...

From strategy 💭 to implementation 🏗️, strong partnerships across all levels of government are the 🔑 to effective climate action. We joined representatives from the nine-country CHAMP Steering Group's strategy meeting in Bonn, 🇩🇪, this week. Learn more➡️ www.champ-climate.org

This week, the Coalition for High-Ambition Multilevel Partnerships Steering Group, met in Bonn, 🇩🇪, to shape #CHAMPclimate's strategic direction & launch a preview of its Implementation Roadmap. Our 🔑 takeaway? It's time to shift from ambition ➡️ delivery. 👉 www.champ-climate.org

Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay!🌎 The new series #SolutionsInFocus, spotlights stories of positive change around the world. These stories show not just what could work, but what already does➡️ go.wri.org/solutions-in...

The world is aging. And public transportation cannot keep up. Our researchers analyzed where Beijing's public transportation systems fell short when it comes to age-friendliness, and what can help👇

Local action to global impact🌍 Read WRI's annual report to see how we are driving progress for people, nature and climate➡️ go.wri.org/annual-repor...

#WRIExplains solving the world's growing housing crisis in more detail➡️ go.wri.org/world-housin...

📣Still time to register for the @wrienergy.bsky.social Energy Summit's opening session! Don't miss the opportunity to hear from Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director, @iea.org and Chris Stark CBE, Head of UK’s Mission for Clean Power, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero ➡️ lnkd.in/ezgFbHjU