Methane is 80 times more potent a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide and is responsible for nearly half the warming the world has already experienced. Yet WRI analysis shows that only three of the world’s top methane-emitting countries have set quantified targets to reduce it. Shazabe Akhtar and Katie Ross explain. 

WRI is pleased to welcome five new managing directors to its leadership team. The directors will work closely with WRI President & CEO Ani Dasgupta to bring the institute into a new era of growth, reach and impact. “Building on 40 years of success, WRI is entering a new phase and equipping itself for the future,” Dasgupta said. “These remarkable individuals not only bring unparalleled expertise in support of WRI’s mission, but also unparalleled humanity, humility and true collaborative spirit needed to address the world’s most urgent challenges for people and nature.” Learn more. 

Reducing food waste can improve the world’s food supply at a moment when conflict and rising prices are contributing to a looming food security crisis. It’s also a potentially powerful lever to combat climate change as rotting food is a major methane emitter. New research from WRI’s behavioral scientists explores how “social norms” messaging could help households limit food waste. Read more.