Agora Energiewende is a think tank and lobbying organization founded in 2012 by the Mercator Foundation and the European Climate Foundation. The name "Agora" refers to the ancient Greek marketplace, which served as a center for political and economic exchange. Agora Energiewende aims to develop scientifically based and politically feasible concepts and strategies for the restructuring of the electricity sector and the transformation to a climate-neutral energy system.
The main mission of Agora Energiewende is to advance climate protection within the framework of politically agreed goals and to achieve a successful transformation to a climate-neutral energy system. The organization is independent of corporate and party-political interests and is committed solely to the common good and climate protection. Agora Energiewende aims for a productive exchange of ideas among various stakeholders and refrains from ideological commitments[2][3].
Agora Energiewende works closely with other think tanks such as Agora Industrie, Agora Agrar, and Agora Verkehrswende to develop overarching solutions for the transformation to climate neutrality in various sectors. The organization focuses on developing strategies that ensure a successful and inclusive phase-down of coal, the diversification and modernization of economies, and the stability of the electricity system[2][4].
Agora Energiewende is funded through grants from foundations and public institutions and aims for a diverse funding structure to ensure its independence. The organization does not accept financial support from companies and has been monitored by a supervisory board since June 2021, which covers various societal areas and geographies[3].
Agora Energiewende is active in several regions and countries and maintains offices in Bangkok, Beijing, Berlin, and Brussels. The organization also collaborates with international partners to support the global transition to renewable energy[4].
Through its comprehensive work and commitment to climate protection, Agora Energiewende has established itself as one of the key players in the field of energy policy in Germany and internationally.
