MEDIA ADVISORY: WRI's Stories to Watch in 2014

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Dec 30, 2013, 09:00 ET

WASHINGTON, Dec. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The World Resources Institute will host Stories to Watch 2014 on Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Andrew Steer, WRI President & CEO, will present his insights into the major events that will impact the environment, sustainability and international development in 2014.

Stories will likely include: How will proposed U.S. EPA emissions standards impact the power sector? How will Brazil respond to global attention from the World Cup? Will China make progress on its pollution challenges? What to expect from the U.N. General Secretary's Climate Summit?

WHAT: World Resources Institute's Stories to Watch 2014

WHO: Dr. Andrew Steer, President & CEO, World Resources Institute.

Dr. Steer is a world-recognized thought leader on issues related to economic development, business strategies and sustainability policies. He is a frequent speaker to international audiences, regularly publishes commentary in the media outlets, and is often featured in news stories.

WHEN: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 - 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. EST

A continental breakfast will be served.

WHERE: National Press Club, Holeman Lounge, 529 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20045

Twitter Hashtag: #STW2014

RSVP required to [email protected]

Contact: Michael Oko, (202) 729-7684, [email protected]

SOURCE World Resources Institute