Pacific Institute
The Pacific Institute is a global water think tank that combines science-based research, policy leadership, and cross-sector collaboration to advance solutions to the world's most pressing water challenges. Working with governments, businesses, utilities, and communities, it helps build a future in which people, economies, and ecosystems have the water they need to thrive in a changing climate.
Investment Rationale
Trusted science, evidence-based policy, and cross-sector collaboration are essential to addressing increasingly complex water challenges. Through rigorous research, practical policy solutions, and the convening of governments, businesses, utilities, and civil society, Pacific Institute translates knowledge into action that strengthens water security and climate resilience at scale.
Advancing evidence-based solutions: Pacific Institute equips decision-makers with the data, analysis, and practical guidance needed to address water scarcity, manage climate risks, and steward water resources more effectively.
Catalyzing collective action: By bringing together diverse stakeholders and fostering collaboration across sectors, Pacific Institute accelerates the adoption of innovative approaches capable of driving systems-level change.
Impact & Outcomes
Pacific Institute helps shape the policies, partnerships, and institutional practices that influence how water resources are managed around the world.
Informing better decisions: Its research and thought leadership enable governments, businesses, and practitioners to make more effective, equitable, and forward-looking water management decisions.
Building momentum for change: Through strategic convening and shared learning, Pacific Institute strengthens the networks and collective capacity needed to advance lasting progress on water security for people, economies, and ecosystems.