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International Renewable Energy Agency

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Intergovernmental Organization

IRENA, the International Renewable Energy Agency, is an intergovernmental organization mandated to facilitate international cooperation, advance knowledge and promote the adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy. It was the first international organization to focus exclusively on renewable energy, addressing needs in both industrialized and developing countries. IRENA was founded in 2009 and its statute entered into force on 8 July 2010; the agency is headquartered in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, and holds official United Nations observer status.

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Organization Type
Intergovernmental agency 1
Founded Year
2009 1
Headquarters
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 1
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Source International Renewable Energy Agency Official Site
Solar Power, Energy Sources

IRENA's founding mandate (2009) spans all renewable technologies including solar power.

Wind Power, Energy Sources

IRENA's founding mandate (2009) spans all renewable technologies including wind power.

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The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organization mandated to facilitate cooperation, advance knowledge, and promote the adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy.
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