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The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) officially inaugurated its new global headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal. Situated at Lisbon’s Unicorn Factory, the office strategically positions GWEC within the city’s thriving cleantech sector, coinciding with Portugal’s resurgence in renewable energy initiatives. Notably, Portugal is embarking on a second wave of renewable energy development, including a significant tender for new offshore wind areas and leadership in floating offshore wind and other ocean renewables technologies.
Lisbon’s strategic location as a global gateway makes it an ideal headquarters for GWEC. With a mission to drive wind power growth in key markets across the Americas, Africa, and Asia, GWEC operates through a network of offices, associations, and partners.
Emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration, GWEC aligns with global efforts to achieve the Paris Agreement’s 3xRenewables target, as established at COP28 in Dubai. The innovative green community in Lisbon provides an ideal platform for GWEC to collaborate with its international network in advancing this agenda.
Serving as a bridge between the global north and south, Lisbon’s modern connectivity and historical leadership in wind energy innovation make it the perfect setting for GWEC’s secretariat. GWEC remains committed to supporting businesses, international institutions, and governments in their collective efforts to transition to a clean and secure energy system for a net-zero world. Forecasts indicate significant growth in wind power installations in regions such as Latin America and Africa by 2030, highlighting the importance of GWEC’s global initiatives.
Beyond direct market development efforts, GWEC also plays a pivotal role in international alliances and networks. As a founding partner of the Global Offshore Wind Alliance and the Global Renewables Alliance, and the initiator of the Ocean Energy Pathway program, GWEC continues to drive collaboration and innovation across the renewable energy sector.
Ben Backwell, GWEC CEO, said, “The Global Wind Energy Council is delighted to open its new headquarters in Lisbon and ensure we are positioned to support the rapid deployment of renewable energy across the world this decade and beyond.
“Lisbon’s focus on innovation, collaboration and the green economy makes it the perfect home for GWEC’s team. We look forward to working with the local community to help us support accelerated global growth in renewable energy.”
“We are entering a critical phase of renewable action following the global agreement to triple renewable capacity at COP28 in Dubai. Wind Energy will play a critical role in delivering that action, and our new home in Portugal will ensure we can work with partners across the world.”
