IRENA was founded on 26 January 2009 in Bonn, Germany, by 75 States which signed its Statute.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation. As of September 2012, IRENA participants include 158 States and the European Union (EU), of which 100 States and the EU have ratified the Statute and are IRENA Members.
05/06/2026
Happy 2026🌍
Accelerating renewable energy deployment keeps climate goals within reach while delivering benefits for people and the environment.
See how can support their surrounding ecosystems.
28/05/2026
📢Job alert!
is hiring for the following vacancies👇
🔹Chief of IRENA Liaison Office in Vienna
🔹Administrative Assistant
Learn more and apply https://www.irena.org/About/Employment/Vacancies-and-recruitment
14/05/2026
Patents are crucial for the growth of innovations, including those in the energy transition technologies. But what do they actually mean? Read through the slides to find out.
11/05/2026
⚡Electricity demand is rising fast—driven by across transport, industry & the digital economy—and by the broader shift away from fossil fuels. Recent geopolitical shocks have highlighted that dependence on imported fossil fuels exposes economies to price volatility & supply disruptions beyond their control. In contrast, 24/7 provide cost-competitive, round-the-clock power through hybrid solutions of solar and wind with battery storage. Read ’s new cost data for firm solar and wind 👉 LINK IN BIO
24/04/2026
Renewables are growing at record pace globally, but the growth is not evenly shared. Regional trends highlight where growth is concentrated and where more deployment is still needed. See how capacity additions vary across regions.
22/04/2026
This the theme “Our Power, Our Planet” highlights how environmental action links to communities’ resilience & .
Through its work, IRENA’s convening power supports countries in building more resilient & sustainable systems.
19/04/2026
The current crisis is exposing the structural vulnerabilities of fossil fuel-dependent systems. At the same time, it is showing how can strengthen resilience, reducing exposure to volatility & supporting more stable energy systems.
17/04/2026
Global disruptions are impacting economies far beyond energy markets. recommends short-term actions, including scaling distributed renewables, mini-grids & intensive electrification, offering a near-term pathway to strengthen resilience.
16/04/2026
Global energy disruptions are impacting economies far beyond energy markets. IRENA recommends short- term actions, including scaling distributed renewables, mini-grids & intensive electrification, offering a near-term pathway to strengthen resilience.
08/04/2026
🚀Applications are open for the 4th cohort of the Renewable Energy Accelerator by & partners.
Young innovators in and clean tech can access support to scale solutions and contribute to a just, inclusive . ⚡
🔗Apply now! Link in bio.