The Irena report, Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2014, emphasises the important role renewables continue to play in creating employment and growth in the global economy.

The number demonstrates the substantial growth that the industry has undergone in just one year worldwide, expanding from 5.7 million in 2012, says Irena director-general Adnan Amin.

“With 6.5 million people directly or indirectly employed in renewable energy, the sector is proving that it is no longer a niche, it has become a significant employer worldwide,” adds Amin.

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