Consider the following statements about International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA): 1. It is a non-governmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future. 2. It is headquartered in Abu Dhabi. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA):

IRENA has 150 member nations with Headquarters in Abu Dhabi.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries
in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy.
IRENA promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.

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