📢OUT NOW: New World Energy Transition Outlook puts #renewables-based electrification at the centre of the implementation agenda for the decade to 2035. The share of electricity in energy consumption would rise 📈from 23% today to 35% by 2035 & to more than 50% by 2050, transforming transport, buildings & industry. Renewable power, electrification, energy efficiency, power grids, storage & system flexibility, and sustainable fuels must advance together. Read how👉irena.org/Publications/2026/…

For many rural communities in West #Africa, reliable & affordable electricity remains out of reach. ☀️Solar PV mini-grids paired with batteries can help extend access where grid expansion is constrained. @IRENA’s analysis reinforces a key message of World Energy Transition Outlook 2026: #energytransition planning must explicitly recognise the role of mini-grids & off-grid systems as part of integrated electrification strategies. Learn more: irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Every investment in renewable energy is also an opportunity to invest in people, skills and local livelihoods.👩‍🏭 @IRENA's World Energy Transition Outlook 2026 makes the employment potential clear & projects that global #renewable energy employment is projected to reach 84.2 million jobs by 2050, up from around 16 million in 2024. Learn more about socio-economic benefits of the #energytransition: irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Decarbonising heavy industry requires scalable solutions that turn electricity into stored heat. Thermal energy storage is one form of long duration energy storage that offers one way to meet this need, while avoiding up to 2.3 gigatonnes of CO₂ equivalent per year. Join @IRENA & @LDESCouncil's webinar to explore the technologies, policies & market conditions needed to scale it. Register: irena.org/Events/2026/Oct/Un…

#Renewables are the cheapest, most cost-competitive source of new power in most parts of the world. As power markets running on renewables become more economically viable, greater electricity competitiveness could lead to 15% lower end-user prices by 2050. Find out more👇 irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge & environmental stewardship are vital to protecting ecosystems. Held by @IRENA Coalition for Action, upcoming webinar will explore how #renewableenergy projects can drive equitable benefits while respecting Indigenous lands & cultures. Register to attend: irena.org/Events/2026/Oct/Po…

Delivering the #EnergyTransition would require a significant increase in investment. As a key driver of socio-economic gains, investment needs are estimated at around USD 256 trillion from 2026 to 2050, equivalent to around USD 10.3 trillion annually. Most investment would have to go into #renewable power, grids, flexibility and end-use electrification. Learn more👇 irena.org/Publications/2026/…

⚡#Renewables-powered electrification can mean cleaner air, efficient homes & less exposure to fuel price shocks. According to @IRENA’s 1.5°C Scenario: electricity’s share of global final energy use rises from 23% today → 35% by 2035. Read how: irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Why do climate & energy plans need to align? Join @IRENA & @ndcpartnership's webinar tomorrow to find out why stronger alignment between Nationally Determined Contributions & National Energy and Climate Plans matters, and what it takes to translate ambitious climate & energy commitments into effective action. Register⤵️ irena.org/Events/2026/Oct/Im…

Electrification and #renewable fuels are gaining momentum. @IRENA’s World Energy Transition Outlook 2026 shows that electricity could provide more than half of global final energy consumption by 2050, with renewables accounting for more then 90% of electricity generation. See how⤵️ irena.org/Publications/2026/…

#ICYMI: The global #energytransition has entered a new phase👇 ➡️Renewables remains the foundation of the transition. ➡️Electrification connects renewable power to end-use sectors. ➡️Energy efficiency delivers more with less. ➡️Grids, storage and flexibility make the system work. Energy security, affordability, competitiveness and resilience are at the centre of the global energy agenda. Read more: bit.ly/47fQ39W

.@IRENA’s World Energy Transition Outlook 2026 points to a strong long-term economic case. The world’s economy could grow by 1.1% every year above business as usual, translating into almost 85 million #renewable energy jobs in 2050, 60% more than under current policy plans👇 irena.org/Publications/2026/…

The 32nd Council recommends candidates for the position of @IRENA Director-General for consideration by the Assembly. The Agency’s new Director-General will be officially appointed by the 17th Assembly, taking place from 9 to 11 January 2027 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. More⤵️ irena.org/News/articles/2026…

#WorldFoodDay🌽is a reminder that energy & food production can work hand in hand. Thoughtfully designed #solar can support agriculture, conserve water & restore land, bringing clean energy, nature and livelihoods together. Swipe through to see how innovative deployment of solar PV can support sustainable agriculture👇irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Policy makers can steer the global #energytransition along an actionable priority agenda. @IRENA’s World Energy Transition Outlook 2026 recommends how governments can manage the transformation in an orderly way that safeguards reliability, affordability and energy security while accelerating the deployment of clean alternatives⤵️ irena.org/Publications/2026/…

Electrifying end-uses will require an unprecedented expansion of #renewable electricity. Today’s installed renewable power capacity of 5.2 terawatts (TW) would have to grow to 38.2 TW by 2050, driven by a significant increase in investment👇 irena.org/Publications/2026/…