Irene di Padua
Policy Director, Bioenergy Europe
Irene di Padua
Policy Director, Bioenergy EuropeDespite Europe’s best efforts, most of our energy still comes from fossil sources. To accelerate the growth of renewables, all subsides of fossil fuels must be immediately removed and the consumption of fossil energy needs to be capped at current levels and gradually phased down.
Irene has a background and hands-on experience in EU public affairs and advocacy. Her professional career started in the EU sustainability field, first from a regional and industrial perspective and then with a specific focus on the energy sector and renewable heat. In her role of Policy Director at Bioenergy Europe, she coordinates all activities related to the bioenergy sector at European and international level.