Experts & Staff
WRI brings together nearly 1,900 staff and experts who are leaders in their fields. Their work spans topics such as food and land use, energy, cities, economics, finance, governance and more. Our staff and researchers work globally and in 12 focus countries to meet people’s essential needs, to protect and restore nature, and to stabilize the climate and build resilient communities. Contact our media team to arrange an interview with any of our experts.
Program Experts & Staff
Kiyomi de Zoysa
Engagement Specialist, Allied for Climate Transformation by 2025 (ACT2025)

Cynthia Elliott
Senior Associate, Climate Policy

W. Briana Fowler-Puja
Research Analyst, U.S.-International Engagement

Hannah Harasaki
U.S. Policy Engagement Specialist

Zhaoqianyi (Zhao) Ji
Research Analyst, Greenhouse Gas Protocol

Jerin Tan
Digital Communications Manager, Global Restoration Initiative

Tomohiro Tasaki
Visiting Research Fellow, Systems Change Lab
