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World Resources Report

About this World Resources Report

This is the first working paper in a series of working papers that comprise the World Resources Report: Towards a More Equal City. It will be followed by other working papers on energy, housing, transportation, water and urban expansion. To obtain an electronic copy of this paper, other working papers, and to view supporting materials please visit www.citiesforall.org.

Funders

We deeply appreciate the following donors for their generous financial support:

United Kingdom Department for International Development

Stephen M. Ross Philanthropies

Denmark Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency

United Nations Development Programme

About World resources institute

World Resources Institute is a global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being.

Our Challenge

Natural resources are at the foundation of economic opportunity and human well-being. But today, we are depleting Earth’s resources at rates that are not sustainable, endangering economies and people’s lives. People depend on clean water, fertile land, healthy forests, and a stable climate. Livable cities and clean energy are essential for a sustainable planet. We must address these urgent, global challenges this decade.

Our Vision

We envision an equitable and prosperous planet driven by the wise management of natural resources. We aspire to create a world where the actions of government, business, and communities combine to eliminate poverty and sustain the natural environment for all people.

About Wri Ross Center For Sustainable Cities

WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities works to make urban sustainability a reality. Global research and on-the-ground experience in Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Turkey and the United States combine to spur action that improves life for millions of people.

Based on longstanding global and local experience in urban planning and mobility, WRI Sustainable Cities uses proven solutions and action-oriented tools to increase building and energy efficiency, manage water risk, encourage effective governance and make the fast-growing urban environment more resilient to new challenges.Aiming to influence 200 cities with unique research and tools, WRI Sustainable Cities focuses on a deep cross-sector approach in four megacities on two continents, and targeted assistance to 30 more urban areas, bringing economic, environmental and social benefits to people in cities around the globe.

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