Asia accounts for almost half of the world’s energy demand and is the highest-emitting region. While the Asia-Pacific region has seen record-breaking growth in renewable energy since 2020, major economies and small countries alike must continue to ramp up their clean energy. Authors Tatsatom Gonçalves and Emily Kaldjian look at how five Asian countries — China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Bangladesh — are working to achieve a clean energy transition. Read on.

Millions of people are killed in road traffic accidents due to the lack of safe infrastructure for bicyclists and walkers. Meanwhile, car and motor vehicles continue to dominate city planning and design, while walking and cycling options remain underfunded. In a new article, WRI’s Hannah Ohlund and co-authors describe four ways to invest in active transport to achieve safer, more sustainable, equitable cities. Read more.

WRI’s 19th annual Stories to Watch event takes place next week! During this online event, President and CEO Ani Dasgupta will discuss the major stories that will shape the world in 2022 and years to come. Check out our trailer video here. Will world leaders turn promises into action? Will 2022 see changes that are equitable for all? Register for the event.