UAE seeking global solution to climate change, says official

UAE seeking global solution to climate change, says official

Abu Dhabi-headquartered International Renewable Energy Agency concluded biannual two-day meeting yesterday

Published: Sat 29 Oct 2022, 1:20 PM

Abu Dhabi-headquartered International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is working with its 168 member states to support countries globally in their transition to a sustainable energy future, a top official said in Abu Dhabi.

IRENA, based in Masdar City, supports the adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, said Dr Nawal Al-Hosany, the Permanent Representative of the UAE to the IRENA.

"IRENA supports and helps accelerate the adaptation of renewable energy around the world, and they do that through different pillars. But mainly, IRENA helps countries to develop their legislative framework. They give them support on policies and help them to develop their skill sets in the country but also understanding (sic) the type of technologies that can be adapted in certain countries. Some will have more solar potential others will have more wind potential. So, just helping them mapping their environmental resources to understand which technology works best for them," Dr Al-Hosany told Khaleej Times in an interview.

In partnership with the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and initiating initiatives like the Climate Investment Platform, IRENA has been able to advance energy transitions