World Resources Institute Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States1001-5000 Employees
World Resources Institute is an independent non-profit research organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. It works to improve people’s lives, protect nature, and stabilize the climate by translating data and expertise into policy influence across food, land and water, energy, and urban systems. With a global network of teams and offices, WRI conducts on-the-ground work in numerous regions, collaborating with partners in many countries. One notable 2025 development includes a collaboration with the World Bank Group to develop the Guide for Safe Speeds: Managing Traffic Speeds to Save Lives and Improve Livability. The organization also participates in major forums and regional initiatives, such as COP30 and the Green Transition Summit, to share findings and advance practical climate and sustainability agendas.