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Morocco Expands Renewables as Solar and Wind Drive 2025 Growth

Morocco has added 192 MW of solar and wind capacity in 2025, raising renewables to 4,851 MW and boosting their share of total power capacity to 39.6 percent, according to International Renewable Energy Agency.

IRENA | April 11, 2026 | By EI News Network | 671

IRENA Launches Fourth Edition of NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator

The International Renewable Energy Agency has launched the fourth edition of the IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator to support young entrepreneurs developing scalable renewable energy and climate solutions. Applications close on May 3, 2026.

IRENA | April 11, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 412

India Ranks Third Globally in Renewable Energy Capacity, Surpasses Brazil

India has surpassed Brazil in renewable energy capacity after adding a record 55.29 GW of non-fossil power.

IRENA | April 10, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1013

India’s RE Capacity Jumps 170 Percent in a Decade, Ranks 4th Globally in Installed RE Capacity

“India’s renewable capacity surged 170.69 percent in a decade, reaching 204.48 GW of installed capacity and ranking fourth globally, driven by solar growth, as per the 'Renewable Energy Statistics 2024–25' released by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE).

IRENA | November 14, 2025 | By EI News Network | 9431

UAE Launches World’s First Facility for Uninterrupted Renewable Energy

The UAE unveils the world’s first facility combining 5 GW solar capacity and 19 GWh storage to produce 1 GW of uninterrupted clean power. This breakthrough aims to tackle renewable energy intermittency, advancing global sustainability goals.

IRENA | January 14, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1542

Infinity Power to Develop 1 GW Renewable Energy Project in Sierra Leone

Infinity Power progresses with its 1 GW renewable energy project in Sierra Leone, conducting feasibility studies for 80 MW ground-mounted and 60 MW floating solar PV systems with battery storage, following a 2023 MoU and site visit to Bumbuna Hydro Power.

IRENA | January 10, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1877

Global Trade in Renewable Hydrogen Crucial for Energy Transition, Says IRENA-WTO Report

A joint IRENA-WTO report emphasises the need for strategies to promote renewable hydrogen and its derivatives, vital for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors. It highlights the importance of infrastructure, policies, and international collaboration to enable global trade.

IRENA | November 18, 2024 | By EI News Network | 1599

Jordan Introduces Solar Rebate Plan for Residential Installations

Jordan's Ministry of Energy has launched an USD 11.2 million rebate plan, covering up to 30 percent of the costs for rooftop PV and solar thermal systems. Expected to support 9,000 installations, the initiative promotes renewable energy growth under the country’s net metering regime.

IRENA | September 25, 2024 | By EI News Network | 4089

IRENA and GCFC Join Hands to Accelerate Global Renewable Energy Projects

IRENA and GCFC unite to boost climate finance, enhance renewable energy project accessibility, and foster innovation through joint research, capacity-building, and practical financing solutions.

IRENA | July 31, 2024 | By EI News Network | 1911

Global Renewables Alliance Unveils Policy Recommendations to Triple Renewable Energy by 2030

The commitment made in Dubai aims to guide the world back onto the 1.5°C pathway, but current national policies risk falling short. Ambitions alone will not suffice; concrete actions are needed.

IRENA | June 07, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi | 1612