The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in advancing renewable energy solutions that benefit both nature and people.
The agreement, signed by IUCN Deputy Director General Stewart Maginnis and IRENA Deputy Director-General Gauri Singh, establishes a framework for joint action to ensure that the global shift to renewable energy not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but also safeguards biodiversity, supports communities, and contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Through this partnership, IUCN and IRENA will work together to promote the rapid transition from fossil fuels to