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Governance Center 182235 0 0 0 881 0 8453 0 8157 0 199726 0 0 0 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION Form 990, Part III, Line 1 WRI's mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth's environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. PROGRAM SERVICES FORM 990, PART III WRI is a global research organization that spans more than 50 countries, with offices in the United States, China, India, Brazil, Indonesia and more. Our more than 450 experts and staff work closely with leaders to turn big ideas into action to sustain our natural resources-the foundation of economic opportunity and human well-being. Our work focuses on six critical issues at the intersection of environment and development: climate, energy, food, forests, water, and cities and transport. WRI develops research-based solutions that create real change on the ground. We rely on a three-step approach: Count it, Change it, Scale it. PROGRAM SERVICE ACTIVITY 1 FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A Climate Program: WRI engages businesses, policymakers and civil society at the local, national and international levels to advance transformative solutions that mitigate climate change and help communities adapt to its impacts. Our international climate work uses analysis, innovation and partnerships to achieve effective national policies and an ambitious, equitable global climate action agreement. Our U.S. Climate Action Initiative identifies cost-effective solutions for the United States to reduce its emissions in the short- and long-term. CAIT (a suite of online data and visualization tools that support the many dimensions of climate policy making) provides a platform for stakeholders to explore, understand and communicate climate and emissions data. The Greenhouse Gas Protocol helps hundreds of companies and organizations measure, manage, and report their greenhouse gas emissions. PROGRAM SERVICE ACTIVITY 2 FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4B Food, Forest and Water Program Food: WRIs World Resources Report project develops solutions to the worlds food production and consumption problems. We identify ways to reduce food loss and waste. We analyze strategies to sustainably increase food production, such as restoring degraded lands back into productivity, increasing pastureland yields, and improving land and water management. We advance methods to reduce food productions impact on the environment, such as climate-smart agriculture. Forests: WRI works with governments, businesses, and civil society to sustain forests for future generations. We aim to curb deforestation worldwide and help to restore and reforest already-cleared land. WRIs Global Forest Watch initiative uses the most advanced satellite data and crowd-sourced information to track deforestation throughout the world in near-real-time. Our Global Restoration Initative identifies ways to restore trees and productivity to deforested and degraded lands. Our Forest Legality Alliance helps businesses eliminate illegally sourced woods from their supply chains. We also develop policy recommendations to ensure effective and inclusive governance of the worlds forest resources. Water: WRI works with businesses, governments, and civil society to ensure a water-secure future. We seek to address both water quantity and quality challenges. Our Aqueduct project uses the most up-to-date data to produce global water risk maps, allowing stakeholders to assess current and future challenges. We conduct economic and other analyses to identify the most cost-effective strategies to reduce water pollution. We identify solutions-such as restoring ecosystem services-to alleviate stresses on the world's water supplies. PROGRAM SERVICE ACTIVITY 3 FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities: WRI aims to ensure that cities drive economic opportunity while sustaining natural resources and improving quality of life. Through our WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities, we use technical expertise, cutting-edge research, and on-the-ground partnerships to design solutions that enable sustainable city growth. Our analysis and tools allow cities to effectively manage their natural resources and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions while improving quality of life. Working across our network, we develop and support the implementation of research-based solutions in sustainable mobility, urban form, as well as urban efficiency & climate that reduce pollution, improve health, and create safe, accessible public spaces for all people to thrive. We collaborate with local and national decision-makers in Brazil, China, India, Mexico, and Turkey to implement projects that overcome the challenges of urbanization and make for greater cities. We partner with businesses, governments, and civil society to scale our successful pilot projects globally. Form 990, Part III, Line 4D OUR CENTERS: WE DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR AND ANALYZE OUR SIX CRITICAL GOALS THROUGH THE LENSES OF OUR FOUR CENTERS: 1) OUR BUSINESS CENTER HARNESSES THE PRIVATE SECTOR TO SPUR ACTION, INNOVATION, AND AMBITION IN SUPPORT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OUTCOMES. WE COMBINE RESEARCH, ANALYSIS, TOOLS, AND DIRECT ENGAGEMENT WITH BUSINESSES TO CREATE SOLUTIONS THAT ADVANCE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND DRIVE VALUE. 2) OUR ECONOMICS CENTER HELPS DECISION-MAKERS IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES FOR COST-EFFECTIVE ACTION TO PROTECT OR ENHANCE NATURAL RESOURCES, AND ENSURE THE DELIVERY OF ESSENTIAL ECOSYSTEM SERVICES. WE PROVIDE RESEARCH AND TOOLS TO HELP IDENTIFY AND COMPARE THE FULL COSTS AND BENEFITS OF CONTINUING ON A BUSINESS-AS-USUAL GROWTH PATH VERSUS MORE SUSTAINABLE OPTIONS. 3) OUR FINANCE CENTER AIMS TO MOBILIZE AND SHIFT PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTOR INVESTMENTS TOWARD SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PARTICULARLY IN DEVELOPING NATIONS. WE ADVANCE TRANSPARENCY, SOUND GOVERNANCE, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS, AND PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO ENSURE THIS FINANCE IS AMBITIOUS, ACCOUNTABLE, AND EFFECTIVE. 4) OUR GOVERNANCE CENTER WORKS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE AND SUPPORT INSTITUTIONS TO FOSTER SOCIALLY EQUITABLE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND DECISION-MAKING. Program Description Grants Expenses Energy Program $203,225 $2,041,334 Business Center $0 $1,164,250 Finance Center $52,260 $2,890,091 Governance Center $433,794 $3,689,616 Special Projects $2,323,160 $10,070,106 Communications $0 $1,644,761 TOTAL $3,012,439 $21,500,158 Our six goals Our work focuses on six critical issues at the intersection of environment and development: climate, energy, food, forests, water, and cities and transport. Each of these areas are described in the narratives for Form 990, Part III, Lines 4a through 4c previously, except 'Energy' which is described below: Energy: WRI works with businesses, policymakers, and civil society to transform the global energy system. We aim to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas pollution while meeting the energy needs of the poorest and building competitive economies. Our Charge initiative works to secure universal access to clean, affordable power. We shed light on the costs, benefits, and risks associated with different energy and policy options. We develop innovative approaches to buying, selling, and regulating clean electricity. We provide policy recommendations to advance renewable energy--particularly in major emerging economies like India and South Africa. And we foster collaboration amongst a diverse group of energy stakeholders, including regulators, utilities, businesses, governments, and civil society. Form 990 Review Process Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b The institute's Management reviewed a draft of the Form 990 which was prepared by WRI's external accounting advisors. The organization shared a copy of the Form 990 with its board of directors before filing the return with the IRS. Comments from board members are sent to the CFO or Controller. A deadline is given for board members to respond. If the draft is available before a board meeting, it is also given out at the meeting. Conflict of Interest Policy Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Board Members: A copy of conflict of interest form is given to board members annually with list of vendors that we do business with. Each board member signs the form letting the organization know if there are any conflicts. Those with conflicts are not permitted to participate in any deliberations and decisions affecting the source of the conflict. Employees/Officers: Every staff member signs off on a conflict of interest form. Officers and management team are supposed to re-sign conflict of interest forms each calendar year. Staff members are directed to raise questions to their immediate supervisors or Program Directors/VPs if they have a question on an activity which they think might pose a conflict of interest. Human resources staff is available to assist with questions. Any Program Director or VP can determine that there is a conflict of interest and request that the activities stop. The conflict of interest policy specifies that the staff member is prohibited from participating in the deliberations process if their activity is in question. Human resources staff inform staff when there is a conflict of interest and assist with ensuring compliance. Compensation Determination Form 990, Part VI, Lines 15a & 15b The organization engages independent consultants periodically to conduct a comparative review of its salary structure and also reviews salary surveys. The Managing Director sets pay increases for all department heads; the President does the same for the Managing Director, CFO, and all Vice-Presidents; the board of directors does the same for the President. The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors determines the President's annual salary increases and bonuses as appropriate. The Human resources Director makes a recommendation on the percentage increase and bonus amount, and participates in the Executive Committee of the Board meeting which evaluates the President's performance. The Human resources Director takes notes /minutes of this portion of the meeting to document the decision made regarding the president's annual salary. How Documents are made Available to the public Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public to the extent required by law. Other Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Unrealized Foreign Translation Gain $7,867 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:TELEPHONE AND CABLES TOTAL EXPENSES:417179 PROGRAM SERVICES:401566 FUNDRAISING:15613 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:COMMUNICATIONS TOTAL EXPENSES:2353357 PROGRAM SERVICES:2353063 MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL:294 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVIC TOTAL EXPENSES:188661 PROGRAM SERVICES:181600 FUNDRAISING:7061 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:INDIRECT SALARIES TOTAL EXPENSES:1507980 PROGRAM SERVICES:1451544 FUNDRAISING:56436 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:SUBGRANT POOL SALARIES TOTAL EXPENSES:1020500 PROGRAM SERVICES:1020500 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:OTHER INDIRECT TOTAL EXPENSES:338886 PROGRAM SERVICES:325852 FUNDRAISING:13034 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:SUBGRANT POOL BENEFITS TOTAL EXPENSES:435831 PROGRAM SERVICES:435831 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:SUBGRANT POOL OTHER COSTS TOTAL EXPENSES:162465 PROGRAM SERVICES:162465 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:INDIRECT BENEFITS TOTAL EXPENSES:633183 PROGRAM SERVICES:609486 FUNDRAISING:23697 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 24 - OTHER EXPENSES DESCRIPTION:SUBGRANTS TOTAL EXPENSES:2694162 PROGRAM SERVICES:2694162 World Resources Institute Fund 10 G Street NE Washington DC 20002 521464425 Support DC 501(c)(3) 11-I WRI true WRI Europe Stichting c/o FMO Anna van Saksenlaan 71 Den haag NL 2593 Support NL 501(c)(3) 11-I WRI true WRI - ENVIRON MAN CONSULTANCY CO LTD No 6 B Chaowai Street 100020 Beijing Chaoyang District CH 100020 Function. 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