Our Mission
Supporting countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future
About Us
With 160 Members, IRENA plays a leading role in the energy transformation as a centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice for renewables, a network hub and a source of advice and support for countries.
In Focus
Limiting global warming to 1.5°C goes hand in hand with shaping a prosperous, inclusive and sustainable world. With investment in energy transformation, it’s possible — see how in this interactive story.
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UNDP and IRENA Poised to Support Breakthroughs on Renewables
11 December 2019 | Press Releases
Policymakers must take swift and decisive action to stop the continued progression of fossil fuels, the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and IRENA said at a joint event held at the Climate Summit in...
Latin America and the Caribbean Announce Ambitious New Renewables Target
10 December 2019 | Articles
A new LAC region initiative coordinated by the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE) and announced to the global community at COP25, sets a regional goal of reaching at least 70 per cent of...
Small Island Developing States: Renewable Ambition in Pursuit of Climate Change Adaptation
10 December 2019 | Articles
Through its initiative, IRENA provides platforms to support: the development of policy frameworks; the identification of potential renewable energy resources; project facilitation; capacity building;...
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Small Island Developing States are on the frontlines of climate changes, and geographic challenges can make grid extension expensive and difficult. Renewable energy is proving to be one of the best ways to advance sustainable development in SIDS while fighting climate change.
Upcoming Events
02 December 2019 |Madrid, Spain
Grid Integration workshop on Advanced Modelling for Renewables in PSS/E for Power System Studies
10 December 2019 |San Salvador, El Salvador
12 December 2019 |Bonn, Germany
Renewable Readiness Assessment Bhutan report launch
16 December 2019 |Thimphu, Bhutan
