International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

The International Organization for Renewable Energies (IRENA) is a leading global intergovernmental agency dedicated to transforming energy supply and serving as a central platform for international cooperation.

IRENA supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future and promotes the comprehensive and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, marine, solar, and wind energy. The agency aims to achieve the goals of sustainable development, energy access, energy security, and low-emission economic growth and prosperity[1][4][5].

IRENA acts as a center of excellence and as a repository for policy, technical, financial, and resource-related knowledge in the field of renewable energy. It offers:

• Data and Analysis: IRENA provides up-to-date data and analysis on technologies, innovations, policies, finance, and investments in the field of sustainable energy transition.
• Advisory and Support: The agency advises and supports industrial and developing countries in adapting their policy frameworks and building capacities.
• Knowledge Sharing: IRENA enhances access to relevant information, such as reliable data on the potential of renewable energies, best practice representations, and effective financing mechanisms[1][2][4].

IRENA is working to limit global warming to a maximum of two degrees by aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels. Key objectives include:

• Energy Access: IRENA is working to improve energy access for over 1.6 billion people without electricity, particularly in remote and developing regions.
• Climate Protection: The agency emphasizes the important role of renewable energies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and stabilizing the climate system.
• Economic and Social Resilience: IRENA promotes the positive impact of renewable energies on economic growth and job creation[2][4][5].

With nearly global membership of 169 states and the European Union, IRENA is the primary platform for international cooperation in the field of renewable energies. The agency works closely with other international, intergovernmental, non-governmental, and scientific actors to create synergies, promote dialogue, share best practices, and strengthen international cooperation at global, regional, and national levels[1][2][5].

IRENA is thus a central player in the global effort for a sustainable and climate-friendly energy future.

• 1 - https://www.irena.org/About
• 2 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internationale_Organisation_f%C3%BCr_erneuerbare_Energien
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irena_Sendler
• 4 - https://www.bmk.gv.at/themen/energie/europ_int/internationale-energiewende-multilateral/irena.html
• 5 - https://www.irena.org/About/Vision-and-mission