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ACR celebrates 30 years of carbon market leadership
July 16, 2026
This year, ACR at Winrock International celebrates 30 years of impact and leadership in the evolution of carbon markets. To mark the milestone, ACR released a short video reflecting on its 30-year journey and the work that lies ahead; watch the video here. Since its founding, ACR has helped shape the development of market-based approaches […]
Mary Fales named Winrock International’s Director of U.S. Agriculture
July 13, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. − July 13, 2026 − Winrock International has named Mary Fales as its new director of U.S. Agriculture, reflecting Winrock’s commitment to advancing resilient food systems, supporting agricultural innovation and expanding opportunity for farmers and rural communities across the U.S. Fales joins Winrock with more than two decades of experience in sustainable […]
The Climate Q&A with Rajesh Bista: Building the systems countries need to protect forests at scale
June 22, 2026
Rajesh Bista is a senior specialist with Winrock International’s Ecosystem Services team specializing in forest carbon accounting, Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation (REDD+), restoration and geospatial analysis. Trained as a geographer, he works with governments and development partners to strengthen the technical systems needed to measure, monitor and verify emissions reductions from forests and land use. His experience spans community-based forest […]
The Director’s Take: Stephanie Lillegard on centering human rights within systems change
June 8, 2026
How is Winrock’s 2026-2028 strategic plan changing the way we work? In “The Director’s Take,” we ask leaders across the organization to share their thoughts on what’s shifting, how we’re working, and what comes next. Stephanie Lillegard, director of Winrock’s Human Rights portfolio, kicks off the series with insights on integrating human rights across supply […]
Power that lasts: Resilience in Nepal’s mountain communities
June 1, 2026
#WinrockResilienceStories is aimed at amplifying community voices and sharing innovative approaches, partnerships and solutions that strengthen rural resilience, improve environmental outcomes and support both people and planet. This month, we’re featuring collaborative initiatives in Nepal that highlight how clean energy solutions are helping rural communities strengthen livelihoods, expand economic opportunity and build resilience to climate […]
Planting a forest across generations
May 12, 2026
This is the third installment of #WinrockResilienceStories, aimed at amplifying community voices and sharing innovative approaches, partnerships and solutions that strengthen rural resilience, improve environmental outcomes, and support both people and planet. This month, we’re featuring a case study published by ACR at Winrock International that spotlights how tree planting and carbon markets are helping […]
High-impact, nature-based solutions at scale
May 11, 2026
At Winrock International, resilience isn’t just a goal — it’s how we work. Winrock partners with communities, public agencies, the private sector and other stakeholders to protect, restore and finance the natural systems that sustain livelihoods and stabilize the climate. From jurisdictional forest conservation programs that span entire states and nations to interactive decision support […]
2026 ACR Climate Impact Awards recognize enduring commitment to climate action
April 6, 2026
This release was originally published on ACR’s website here. SAN DIEGO – ACR at Winrock International recognized trailblazing individuals and organizations for their commitments to climate action at its 2026 ACR Climate Impact Awards, which has been held annually for nearly 20 years. The 2026 ACR Climate Leadership Award was presented to Susan Biniaz, a […]
New EPA investment expands farmer‑led solutions for cleaner water – from Indiana to the Gulf
April 2, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Wallace Center at Winrock International is excited to announce the award of a $2 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Gulf of America Division. This investment will allow the Wallace Center and partners to significantly expand the grazing transition model in southern Indiana, scaling existing support services from one county to a four-county region. The project will resource farmers with financial and technical assistance that […]
How Winrock’s Wallace Center is helping dairy farmers in rural U.S. communities boost profits and protect ecosystems
March 2, 2026
Wakiana Dairy, Wakarusa, Indiana