GWEC Mourns the Loss of Wind Energy Pioneer Steve Sawyer

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It is with great regret that the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) reports the loss of Steve Sawyer, who was a founder of the organisation and Secretary General for over 10 years.

Steve passed away on 31 July after a short but intense struggle with cancer. Steve came into the wind industry after a courageous and distinguished career as a campaigner with Greenpeace International. He faced personal danger on numerous occasions and steered the organisation to a greater engagement with the nascent renewable energy industry. He joined GWEC as its first General Secretary in 2007. For over 10 years, Steve tirelessly represented the wind industry and worked to convince governments to adopt wind as the solution to grow energy demand and carbon emissions. During... ... More: Official Press Release GWEC

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