Pedro Amaral Jorge steps down as president of APREN after eight years

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Pedro Amaral Jorge steps down as president of APREN after eight years

Pedro Amaral Jorge is leaving the presidency of the Portuguese Renewable Energy Association (APREN) after eight years, the association announced this Monday, the 16th. APREN stated it will communicate information regarding the new leadership in due course, adding that in the meantime, the institution's normal operations will be ensured by the board and its team. The association highlighted that Pedro Amaral Jorge played a decisive role in establishing APREN as the representative voice of the renewable energy sector in Portugal, contributing to strengthening the sector's position in public debate and promoting policies essential to accelerating the energy transition. They also thanked him for his dedication and energy, noting his fundamental contribution during a particularly demanding and transformative period for the national energy transition. APREN has over 200 members and is responsible for coordinating and representing the sector's common priorities, as well as promoting renewable energy to all energy sector stakeholders and civil society. APREN: Blackout forced more gas production and moves Portugal away from climate goals.

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