World Resources Institute 152d ago

For more than 20 years, WRI has identified annual “Stories to Watch.” These are the year’s moments, issues and decisions that we believe will shape the future trajectory of the world. Stories to Watch 2026 explores how the choices we make can deliver real benefits for people—not just decades from now, but today. Will the energy transition stall economic progress or ignite a new era of inclusive prosperity? Will climate action deepen today’s cost-of-living and housing crises—or become a pathway to affordability? Will jobs in the new economy open doors to a brighter future for families everywhere—or leave too many behind? A correction: When we mention the death toll in Jamaica as a result of Hurricane Melissa, the correct number should be 45. About WRI: WRI is a global research organization working to improve people’s lives, protect nature and halt climate change. WRI works to improve people’s lives, protect and restore nature and stabilize the climate. As an independent research organization, we leverage our data, expertise and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across systems like food, land and water; energy; and cities. Our 2,000+ staff work on the ground in more than a dozen focus countries and with partners in over 50 nations. 🌍 Official website: https://www.wri.org 🔗LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-resources-institute 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldresources/ 🙏🏼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldresources/ 🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/worldresources.bsky.social 🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/WorldResources 🌎 Sign up for the WRI Digest: https://go.wri.org/4hwQ0Kp Creative Commons licensed footage courtesy of WEGA WA GWITU TV/Youtube, The Traveler Ke/YouTube, Uncharted Safari/YouTube, Blessed YouTuber/YouTube Brazil photos courtesy of agenciaBrazil