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The International Renewable Energy Agency supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future.

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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
As custodian of global energy goals, IRENA reports record #renewables growth. Yet, the world must double today’s capacity by 2030, improve energy efficiency & urgently expand grids. Read the new UAE Consensus tracking report ➡️ www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
OUT NOW‼️ Renewables gain ground but must accelerate towards the 2030 goal. Despite record growth, the world must build more renewable power in 2026-2030 to meet the tripling renewables target. Check the latest UAE Consensus Tracking Report → www.irena.org/News/pressre...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Global #electrification share is estimated to meet 35% of final energy demand by 2035, w/ 92% of global electricity generated from #renewableenergy. More on @irena-official.bsky.social’s electrification roadmap 👉 www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
How well do you know IRENA? Swipe through for a snapshot of the Agency’s establishment & key moments that have shaped its work today. Learn more ➡️ www.irena.org/About
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
IRENA supports countries in advancing their energy transitions through data & analysis on technology, innovation, policy, finance & investment. Learn how the Agency is helping shape an inclusive, renewables-based energy future: www.irena.org/About
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📉 Total installed costs for battery energy storage have fallen by around 95% since 2010, reaching USD 140/kWh in 2025. Lower costs are making storage more viable to pair with solar & wind power, making renewable power more reliable. More in IRENA’s report ➡️ www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Battery storage is becoming crucial for West Africa's #TransitionPathway. Combined w/ solar PV mini-grids, it strengthens #energysecurity through reliable 24/7 electricity & expands energy access for rural communities. Read more➡️ www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
@irena-official.bsky.social’s analysis of solar+battery hybrids across multiple countries shows that firm #costs have fallen from above US$100/MWh in 2020 to US$54-82/MWh by 2025, with a further 40% reduction projected by 2035. See➡️ www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
What does #energyaccess mean? Swipe to find out, and why it matters in countries' energy #TransitionPathways
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Each renewable energy technology delivers unique benefits. Through different #TransitionPathways, they create local value by strengthening domestic industries & creating jobs. Check out IRENA's 'Leveraging Local Capacity Series' ➡️ www.irena.org/Energy-Trans...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
#TransitionPathways grounded on renewable energy support essential services, create jobs & expand economic opportunities. Learn more from @irena-official.bsky.social's work on the pathways' socio-economic impact➡️ www.irena.org/Energy-Trans...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
As the world faces energy supply disruptions & rising demand, countries should accelerate their energy #TransitionPathways to strengthen their #energysecurity. Energy systems grounded in domestic #renewableenergy are less exposed to fuel price volatility & import dependency. More ➡️ bit.ly/4qjiw7v
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
By harnessing domestic renewable resources, countries are increasing #energysecurity, reducing import dependency & limiting exposure to fuel market volatility while advancing their #TransitionPathways. See how IRENA is supporting countries in their pathways www.irena.org/Energy-Trans...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Every added megawatt of #renewableenergy helps strengthen countries' resilience. Each different energy #TransitionPathway reduces dependence on imported fuels & increases resilience to external shocks. Watch how ⤵️
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Every #TransitionPathway is unique. Countries are taking their own different routes towards a shared destination. Read the digital story to see how each route leads to the global #energytransition: www.irena.org/Digital-cont...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Advancing energy #TransitionPathways to deploy more renewables builds countries' energy & climate resilience. See how @irena-official.bsky.social supports countries to build more resilient energy systems for resilient economies ➡️ www.irena.org/Energy-Trans...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The global #energytransition is shaped by local realities. Follow @irena-official.bsky.social this summer for more.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
🌏 The global #energytransition doesn't follow a single path. Every country is shaping its own #TransitionPathways, which contribute to global progress. Watch 👇
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Global electrification of 35% of final energy demand by 2035 will require the share of renewables in global electricity generation to grow from 31.7% in 2024 to 78% by 2035 — around 2.5 times today’s level. Check out IRENA’s electrification roadmap → www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
#DYK? Annual renewable capacity additions have increased notably over the past 25 years, reaching an unprecedented peak of 693 GW in 2025. This positive trend in installed capacity confirms that renewable deployment continues to outpace fossil-fuel growth → www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
🚨W/ renewable power generation growing by nearly 10% in 2024—the fastest annual increase on record—renewables accounted for 31.7% of total global electricity generation. To align w/ IRENA's global electrification roadmap, this share must rise to 78% by 2035, around 2.5x today's level➡️ bit.ly/4yc5EmW
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
In Bugesera, Rwanda, women farmers are increasing production and improving produce quality with the help of a #solar-powered irrigation system. Their story demonstrates how renewable energy can support stronger livelihoods and contribute to #SustainableDevelopment. Read: bit.ly/3YzDsuu
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Int'l public financial flows to expand #SustainableEnergy in developing countries reached 24.6 billion USD in 2024, but flows to least developed countries dropped by 11% from 2023. Explore the #TrackingSDG7 report to see the financing trends: 👉 www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
📈The latest #SDG7 data are in! In 2024, 92% of the world had access to electricity 💡& 75% to clean cooking. Renewables continued their strong expansion but financing constraints hamper equitable progress. Read more: www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Renewables are delivering more than lower-cost electricity. In 2025, existing renewable capacity helped avoid USD 480 billion in fossil fuel costs globally. More insights from IRENA's latest report ➡️ bit.ly/4b5k9it
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is seeking an exceptional international leader to serve as its next Director-General. The vacancy announcement for the Director-General of IRENA is available here → www.irena.org/About/Employ...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Renewable energy is proving itself as a geopolitical shock absorber. In 2025, the renewable generation of 3 import-exposed Southeast Asian economies—Indonesia, Thailand & the Philippines—displaced an estimated USD 5.7 billion of coal & gas that would otherwise been imported. More ▶️ bit.ly/4b5k9it
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
The business case of renewables goes far beyond delivering low-cost electricity. How are renewables protecting economies from volatile fossil-fuel prices? Stay tuned for IRENA's new 'Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2025' report!
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
⚡Electrification is a no-regret option for the #energytransition. A concrete end-use #electrification target of "35 by 35" can deliver benefits far beyond emissions reductions; it strengthens #energysecurity, resilience & competitiveness while transitioning away from fossil fuels. ➡️ bit.ly/4e0FsUs
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
⚡Electrification is emerging as a driving force behind the new phase of global #energytransition. The share of electricity in global final energy consumption is projected to rise from 23% today to 35% in 2035, & above 50% in 2050, with the rising demand mostly met with renewables. ➡️ bit.ly/4e0FsUs
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Happy #WorldOceansDay 🌊 The ocean is one of our closest allies in the fight against climate change. It can also help power the #energytransition. Emerging ocean energy technologies harness the power of tides, waves & currents to generate electricity & heat, holding significant untapped potential.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
From smart appliances to #AI & big data IRENA report looks at benefits of digitalisation for #renewables -based #EnergyTransition & guides #G7 countries along 5 value clusters to transform global power. Read the analysis commissioned by the #Canadian G7 Presidency: irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay 2026🌍 Accelerating renewable energy deployment keeps climate goals within reach while delivering benefits for people and the environment. See how #renewables can support their surrounding ecosystems.🌱 #NowForClimate
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
📰#ICYMI, the May edition of IRENA newsletter highlights: data proving 24/7 renewable power cost-competitiveness; #electrification leading decarbonising innovations in heavy-duty transport & discussions at IRENA’s 31st Council on #AI, emerging technologies & electrification. Subscribe👉 bit.ly/4uP4OdS
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
📢Job alert! @irena-official.bsky.social is hiring for the following vacancies👇 🔹Chief of IRENA Liaison Office in Vienna 🔹Administrative Assistant Learn more and apply www.irena.org/About/Employ...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Eid Mubarak to those who celebrate!
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
🏝️From digitalisation to smarter system planning, innovations are helping small islands to strengthen renewable-based #energy systems. IRENA brief looks at how Cabo Verde can leverage innovations to improve resilience & reduce electricity losses. Read👉 www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Heavy-duty road transport remains one of the most urgent sectors to decarbonise. At the same time, patent activity in decarbonising innovations is accelerating, e.g. batteries, hydrogen & charging infrastructure. Read how intellectual properties shape the sector's #energytransition 👉 bit.ly/3Ppn5ih
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
⚡Electricity demand is rising rapidly as transport, industry & the digital economy electrify. Recent crises have also exposed the risks of fossil fuel dependence. Hybrid solar, wind & battery storage can deliver reliable 24/7 renewable power. Read more👉 www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Renewable energy systems are proving their ability to deliver reliable, round-the-clock power while enhancing resilience in an uncertain global landscape.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
IRENA’s new analysis of solar-plus-battery hybrids across multiple countries shows that firm #costs have fallen from above USD 100 per MWh in 2020 to USD 54-82 per MWh by 2025. Further cost reductions of 40% by 2035 are projected as to new IRENA data. Find out why ➡️ www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
The case for accelerating the energy transition is becoming increasingly clear, with renewables offering a more secure and cost-effective path forward.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
NEWS! ☀️Solar & 🌬️wind paired with battery storage are reliable & already deliver cost-effective, round-the-clock electricity. 24/7 #renewables even outcompete fossil fuels on #costs in high-quality regions. Check out IRENA’s new report on the economics of firm solar & wind 👉 bit.ly/4uxnHkZ
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
⚡Renewables remained the most cost-competitive option for new electricity generation in 2024. Most new utility-scale #renewable projects delivered power at a lower cost than the cheapest new fossil fuel alternative. Read more insights: www.irena.org/News/article...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
A growing skills gap could slow the #energytransition. Meeting demand will require education systems, workforce training & global collaboration to integrate related knowledge & skills. Through initiatives supporting educators & youth, IRENA helps close the gap. See how: www.irena.org/Education-an...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
🗞️April edition IRENA newsletter is out! It covers: 📈Record renewable capacity growth 📰New policy insights on #energysecurity 🚀The NewGen Accelerator calls for youth innovators by 3 May. Read & subscribe👉 www.irena.org/subscription...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Education needs to keep pace with the #energytransition. As highlighted by IRENA DDG Gauri Singh, empowering educators is key. IRENA, supported by the Government of the UAE, is equipping teachers to bring #renewableenergy & clean cooking into classrooms.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Island energy systems require reliable & resilient power to support sustainable growth. A new IRENA brief shows how Cabo Verde can leverage #renewableenergy innovation to reduce power losses & improve system resilience. Read the full brief 👉 www.irena.org/Publications...
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Renewables are growing at record pace globally, but the growth is not evenly shared.
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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) @irena-official.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
The current #energy crisis is exposing the structural vulnerabilities of fossil fuel-dependent systems.
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