International Renewable Energy Agency

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, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.

See below for the Latest IRENA News, Analysis, Profit Results, Share Price Information, and Commentary.

China drives Asia's $177b fossil fuel savings as renewables displace imports

China drives Asia's $177b fossil fuel savings as renewables displace imports

Over 90% of new renewable capacity in 2025 undercut the cheapest fossil alternative.

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IRENA underscores AI’s role in systemic energy innovation

It spotlights 40 innovations modernising grids and energy access.

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Global renewable energy investment breach $800b in 2024

However, the growth of clean power slowed by 7.3% last year.

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Onshore wind remains cheapest energy source in 2024

The addition of over 500 GW of RE prevented the use of fossil fuels worth $57b.

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Global renewable energy gap widens despite growing capacity

Asia continued to lead in clean power capacity.

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Global renewables surge to record 4,448 GW

However, progress remains short of the 2030 tripling goal.

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Over 80% of new renewables in 2023 cheaper than fossil fuel alternatives

Solar PV costs dropped in 2023, becoming 56% cheaper than fossil fuel and nuclear options.

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Reducing green hydrogen production costs hangs on gov’t support

Hydrogen can reduce 10% of the total emissions to meet the global net-zero target, IRENA said.

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