RTI Center for Climate Solutions

The climate is changing but there is still time to act.

We believe in securing a sustainable future for all life on our planet.

Actions must be grounded in science, informed by data, and supported by implementable and attainable solutions.

RTI brings expertise in research, technology development, and implementation to tackle the full spectrum of climate challenges in pursuit of a more sustainable and equitable future.

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Latest News and Insights

Climate Finance for WASH in India

Awareness of sources and accessing climate adaptation financing for water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) projects has been a challenge globally. RTI India co-developed this brief to provide an overview of the climate finance available for the WASH sector in India.

Water for Women (2023)

Policies to Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Strengthening farmer incentives and better measuring emissions are two strategies that can lead to a net-zero future in the agricultural sector. Senior economist Robert Beach is part of the research team authoring a new report that shares promising policy approaches to meet the growing demand for agricultural products while decreasing the sector’s carbon footprint.

Supporting Mexico's Net Zero Emissions Goals Through Climate-Smart Actions

Through the USAID Partnership for Net Zero Cities, RTI is partnering with five major cities and states in Mexico to invest in energy efficiency measures and reduce carbon emissions.

See What California's Record Snowpack Looks Like, Up Close

Climate change is making it harder to predict how snowpack and corresponding snow melt will impact a state’s rivers and reservoirs. Learn how Carrie Olheiser supports NOAA’s snow survey missions and how global warming is changing water resources management in the western U.S.

Reducing Ocean Plastics in Sri Lanka and Maldives

Roughly 11 million metric tons of plastic enters the ocean annually. To reduce ocean plastic pollution, USAID awarded the Ocean Plastic Reduction Activity to RTI in October 2022. This is a five-year project that works alongside local partners to reduce plastic inputs and improve integrated solid waste management practices in Sri Lanka and Maldives.

Machine Learning Can Help Pinpoint Facilities at High Risk for Lead in Tap Water

New study by experts at RTI International finds that machine-learning models can be more effective than traditional methods at identifying child care facilities at high risk of having tap water containing lead. The models outperformed factors currently used to determine risk by 118–213% based on precision and sensitivity.

RTI International to Coordinate a New EJ TCTAC

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected RTI International to coordinate a new Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center (EJ TCTAC) to help communities access funding opportunities to advance environmental justice. RTI will use the $10 million grant to serve communities throughout EPA Region 4.

Hydropower's Role in Our Net Zero Carbon Future

Watch our webinar for a discussion between representatives from RTI, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory on how hydropower is often overlooked as a low carbon, renewable energy source and the role of conventional and pumped storage hydropower in the just energy transition.

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Implementing Environmental Justice - A Global Perspective

Seeking environmental justice is an intersectional effort and cannot be disentangled from social justice, racial justice, and economic justice. We must focus on having meaningful involvement in the decision-making process by those who have been historically ignored and excluded.

Hydrogen Energy Grows as Potential Clean Energy Source

Approximately one-fifth of all carbon emissions come from the manufacturing sector of the economy. To reduce their emissions, manufacturing companies are looking for clean renewable energy. See how we are analyzing the opportunity for roll-to-roll membrane manufacturing in clean energy applications.