Initiatives
Guided by rigorous research and data analysis, we work with partners to implement on the ground projects and mobilize diverse coalitions to put the world on a more sustainable path.
As an independent global research institute, WRI China focuses on “building a human community with sustainable resources, social inclusion, and economic prosperity” through “participating in global governance by providing comprehensive solutions for sustainable development.” Therefore, WRI China has constantly optimized resource and organizational structure to better support China’s sustainable development strategy. During the 14th Five-Year Plan, with up to 60 goals and the Green Belt and Road Initiative, we will strive to bridge China and the world by providing solutions to efficiently shift to a greener, low-carbon future.
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 and lasting impact.
High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy
This unique initiative of 14 serving world leaders aims to build momentum toward a sustainable ocean economy.
NUMO, the New Urban Mobility Alliance
Channeling tech-based disruptions in urban transport to create joyful cities where sustainable and just mobility is the new normal.
Champions 12.3
Inspiring ambition and mobilizing action to reduce food loss and waste globally.
NDC Partnership
Help countries achieve their national climate commitments and ensure financial and technical assistance is delivered as efficiently as possible.
Our Projects in China
Environment Protection Management
Visit ProjectThis project aims to strengthen carbon evaluation in the stages of periodic development planning, new project approval, and project operation by means of creating synergies between climate change and environment protection management to ensure that China’s coal consumption is controlled and reduc
Part of Sustainable InvestmentSustainable Business
Visit ProjectThe project aims to accelerate sustainable business ambition and action. We help companies improve their competitive advantage in the transition to the low-carbon economy and achieve sustainable development goals.
Part of Climate & EnergyFinancing Carbon Neutrality
Visit ProjectWRI aims to help China achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 through systemic change in the financial sector to shift investments from high-carbon assets towards climate solutions.
Part of Sustainable InvestmentGreening China’s Overseas Investment
Visit ProjectWe aim to facilitate Chinese outward investment’s shift away from traditional energy, especially fossil fuels, towards renewable energy, helping facilitate China and the world’s transition to a high-quality, low-carbon, green-energy-based economy.
Part of Sustainable InvestmentCarbon Emissions Peaking and Carbon Neutrality
Visit ProjectContribute to the national carbon emissions peak and carbon neutrality vision.
Part of Climate & EnergyClimate Change Adaptation
Launch PlatformLaunch Platform Visit ProjectAccelerate climate adaptation actions and support national and subnational entities to enhance climate resilience.
Part of Climate & EnergyHealth and Road Safety
Visit ProjectWRI helps China and other Asian countries achieve green, safe, healthy, and equitable urban transitions
Part of Sustainable CitiesEnergy Transition
Visit ProjectFocusing on policy and market mechanism research on renewable energy and energy efficiency
Part of Climate & EnergySustainable Mobility
Visit ProjectSustainable Mobility project aims to enhance local capacities on climate emergency and to accelerate zero carbon, resilient, and inclusive urban transitions toward achieving China’s 2030 carbon peaking and 2060 carbon neutrality pledges.
Part of Sustainable CitiesClimate Smart Cities
Visit ProjectEnhance local capacities on climate emergency and to accelerate zero carbon, resilient, and inclusive urban transitions toward achieving China's 2030 carbon peaking and 2060 carbon neutrality pledges.
Part of Sustainable CitiesFood and Land Use Coalition
Launch PlatformLaunch Platform Visit ProjectVital solutions for food and land use systems delivering for all.
Part of Food & Natural Resources