A spokesman declined to comment further on the reasons for the change, other than to say that the board of the association will shortly begin its search for a successor.
Malgosia Bartosik, deputy chief executive at the European Wind Energy Association (EWEAW), will assume the responsibilities of CEO during the transition.
Following his appointment in December 2012, Becker outlined his vision for an industry group that placed a renewed emphasis on how the wind sector could contribute to jobs, exports and green growth.
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