Bonn, November 28, 2024 (WWEA) – The World Wind Energy Association (WWEA) General Assembly has announced the election of its new board for a two-year term. Dr. Irfan Afzal Mirza, who assumed the presidency from Hon. Peter Rae a year ago, has been unanimously re-elected as President.
The assembly also elected the following Vice Presidents, reflecting a truly global representation:
Prof. Dr. Chuichi Arakawa (Japan)
Zeeshan Ashfaq (Pakistan)
Heinrich Bartelt (Germany)
Khalid Benhamou (Morocco)
Qin Haiyan (China)
Dr. Karunamoorthy Neethimani (India)
Monica Oliphant (Australia)
Dr. Ibrahim Togola (Mali)
Prof. Dr. Tanay Sidki Uyar (Turkey)
Dr. Irfan Mirza expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him by the General Assembly:
“I am deeply honored and humbled by this opportunity to continue serving as President of WWEA. It is a privilege and a responsibility I accept with utmost sincerity. I look forward to working closely with the newly elected Board and Secretary General to strengthen our global impact, foster innovative collaborations, and champion wind energy as a vital solution to today’s challenges. Together, we can build on our progress and advance WWEA’s vision for a sustainable future.”
WWEA Secretary General Stefan Gsänger extended his congratulations:
“Congratulations to Dr. Irfan Mirza and all elected board members. The unanimous support reflects the strong commitment of our members to WWEA’s mission of advocating 100% renewable energy for all. I am excited to continue working with such a passionate and dedicated team as we strive for a transformative renewable energy future.”
This new leadership marks a pivotal moment for WWEA as it continues to lead the charge for wind energy and broader renewable energy solutions worldwide.
