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renewables in its energy mix
through mega projects, such as
the 100 MW Shams 1
concentrated solar power plant,
the 1.17 GW Noor Abu Dhabi,
and the 5 GW Mohammed Bin
Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.
Guided by the UAE Energy
Strategy 2050, the country has
broken the world record for the
lowest solar energy cost multiple
times.”
He added: “We are pleased to
sign the supplementary
agreement with IRENA. Hosting
the Agency in our flagship
Masdar City reinforces the UAE’s
leading role as a supporter of
global renewables deployment
endeavors. The country has
implemented multiple grant and
soft loan programs to fund clean
and renewable energy ventures
around the world.”
Francesco La Camera,
Director-General of IRENA,
said:
“Hosting IRENA shows once
more the UAE’s long-term
commitment to the energy
transition. Based in the UAE,
IRENA advances low-carbon
energy solutions and sustainable
development pathways that serve
as a strong example to the region
and beyond. IRENA’s efforts
to promote the deployment of
sustainable energy in line with
climate and development goals
are strengthened by the UAE’s
unwavering support.”
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi,
CEO of Masdar, said:
“Masdar is a global leader in
renewable energy and sustainable
urban development.
In ongoing cooperation with
IRENA, the company works
tirelessly to strike a balance in
the energy sector and expedite
the shift to a green economy.”
The IRENA headquarters
building is the UAE’s first
four-pearl Estidama rated
building - a UAE certification
system measuring energy, water
and carbon efficiency.
The headquarters is one of the
most advanced buildings in the
country and among the most
sustainable premises of any
international organisation
worldwide.