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16th IRENA Assembly 2026 in Abu Dhabi: India backs just global energy transition
India reaffirms its commitment to a just and inclusive global energy transition at the 16th annual IRENA Assembly (2026). The Assembly is held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, under IRENA, an intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Abu Dhabi.
International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and 16th IRENA Assembly (2026):
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation type | IRENA is an intergovernmental organization. |
| Founded in | 2009. |
| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). |
| Membership | 171 Members (170 Countries and the European Union). |
| India’s status | One of the founder members of IRENA. |
| Core role | IRENA provides for support to countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future. |
| Institutional functions | IRENA comprises a principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy. |
| Objectives | IRENA objectives are promoting adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy worldwide; supporting countries in energy transition, climate mitigation, and energy security; providing policy advice, technology analysis, and capacity building. |
| Key areas of work | Renewable energy policy frameworks; energy transition roadmaps; climate change and sustainable development; investment and finance in renewables; data, statistics, and global renewable energy outlooks. |
| India & IRENA collaboration | India is an active member and collaborates on renewable energy deployment and policy support. |
| Linkage with ISA | IRENA complements India’s leadership in global renewable initiatives like the International Solar Alliance (ISA). |
| Assembly location | Abu Dhabi, UAE. |
| Assembly theme | Theme is “Powering Humanity: Renewable Energy for Shared Prosperity.” |
| Assembly leadership | The 16th IRENA Assembly (2026) is presided over by the Dominican Republic; Vice Presidents are from Kenya, Solomon Islands, Spain, and Antigua and Barbuda. |
| India’s statement at Assembly | India reaffirms strong commitment to a just, equitable, affordable and sustainable global energy transition. |