International Day of Clean Energy observed on 26 January

Exam-focused facts from the 29 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The International Day of Clean Energy is observed annually on 26 January.
The date marks the anniversary of the founding of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in 2009.
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially proclaimed 26 January as the International Day of Clean Energy in 2023.
The theme for 2026 focuses on accelerating the global transition to renewable, affordable, and sustainable energy for all.
The observance aims to raise awareness for achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), specifically Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy.
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