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Name Glen Wright
Label Senior Energy Analyst & Knowledge/Data Lead
Email glen.w.wright@gmail.com
Phone +33 6 43 66 96 80
Url https://www.glenwright.earth
Summary Experienced energy analyst with a strong record delivering rigorous, policy-relevant analysis at the international level. At REN21, I lead data-driven research, visualisation and writing for the Renewables Global Status Report, modernise data infrastructure and processes, and coordinate international contributors to produce trusted global knowledge products. I combine quantitative analysis, qualitative research and strategic communication to translate complex energy trends into actionable insights. Alongside technical expertise, I bring leadership in shaping strategy and workplans, mentoring colleagues, and strengthening collaboration across teams and stakeholders; I engage directly with policymakers and partners to ensure relevance and impact.
Citizenship FranceUnited Kingdom

Work

  • 2023.07 - Present
    Knowledge & Data Lead (Senior Analyst)
    REN21 – Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century
    Lead analysis and content for the Renewables Global Status Report (GSR) and related outputs; modernise data and workflow systems; coordinate international contributors; mentor staff; represent REN21 in global fora.
    • Delivered high-quality data analysis, visualisations and writing for GSR.
    • Overhauled data infrastructure (taxonomy, pipelines, online policy-database access) to improve accessibility and reuse.
    • Introduced agile, collaborative workflows and tooling; strengthened cross-team coordination.
    • Strengthened REN21’s partnerships and visibility with policymakers, industry and civil society.
    • Deepened coverage across technologies, supply, demand sectors (buildings, industry), supply chains, sustainability and policy.
  • 2019.01 - Present
    Professor (Adjunct) – Ocean Governance & Marine Policy (Master’s)
    Sciences Po (Paris School of International Affairs – PSIA)
    Co-design and co-teach an annual seminar on ocean governance: law of the sea, international and regional frameworks, national legislation; thematic modules on offshore energy, marine pollution, shipping, environmental monitoring, and spatial planning.
    • Keep course aligned with emerging policy and regulatory developments.
    • Supervise student research and develop engaging course delivery.
  • 2018.12 - 2019.12
    Consultant
    UNESCO – Marine World Heritage Programme
    Advised on potential World Heritage sites in areas beyond national jurisdiction; provided strategic input to intergovernmental discussions.
    • Invited expert at high-level international workshop; contributed to intergovernmental deliberations.
    • Drafted a report presented to the World Heritage Committee; advised on programme development.
  • 2014.03 - 2023.05
    Senior Researcher, International Marine Policy
    IDDRI – Institut du Développement Durable et des Relations Internationales
    Led research and regional/international policy engagement on ocean biodiversity, especially areas beyond national jurisdiction (ABNJ), regional governance and cooperation; coordinated multi-partner initiatives (STRONG High Seas, Marine Regions Forum); represented IDDRI at UN/EU/regional meetings.
    • Co-led STRONG High Seas and Marine Regions Forum (multi-stakeholder platform ~200 experts).
    • Published 30+ peer-reviewed and policy outputs; wrote Nature commentary; frequent speaker at high-level events.
    • Organised Inter-regional Dialogues on High Seas Governance (70+ participants from governments, RFMOs, UN bodies and NGOs).
    • Advanced workstreams on monitoring, control & surveillance (MCS): workshops and reports on technology, best practice and enforcement.
  • 2013.09 - 2014.03
    Researcher (Analyst), GSR Team
    REN21 – Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century
    Coordinated authors/contributors for GSR; researched policy developments; drafted text; streamlined expert-community and project management using digital tools.
  • 2012.02 - 2013.06
    Research Assistant; Tutor
    Australian National University – College of Law
    Research assistant and tutor on energy/ocean governance topics during post-graduate research.
  • 2011.08 - 2013.08
    Energy Analyst / Advocate
    Total Environment Centre
    Ran a campaign to improve environmental outcomes in Australia’s National Electricity Market through better regulation; drafted submissions and accessible discussion papers; coordinated consultants and advocacy coalitions.
  • 2010.09 - 2011.10
    Paralegal – Energy & Resources
    Herbert Smith Freehills
    Casework and regulatory due diligence for mining, offshore oil & gas, and wind projects; drafted memos and contract clauses on environmental and energy regulation.
  • 2010.08 - 2011.12
    Research Assistant (Initiative on Climate Law & Policy)
    UNSW School of Law
    Supported Australia’s first renewable-energy-law textbook; compiled readings for Climate & Renewable Energy Law; researched law of the sea (BBNJ, MGRs), international climate law, and synthetic biology regulation.

Education

  • 2011.01 - 2019.01
    Post-graduate research
    Australian National University
    Marine Governance in an Industrialised Ocean
    • Visiting Fellow, International Centre for Island Technology (Orkney)
    • University delegation to Rio+20
  • 2010.01 - 2011.12
    Master of Laws (LLM)
    University of New South Wales
    International & Environmental Law
  • 2006.01 - 2010.12
    Bachelor of Laws (LLB, Hons)
    University of Nottingham (exchange: University of Texas at Austin)
    Law

Skills

Data & Analysis
Excel
Google Sheets (QUERY/AppScript)
SQL
ETL
Data modelling
Quality assurance
Visualisation
Flourish
Tableau
Interactive dashboards
Storytelling
Information design
Knowledge & Collaboration
Notion
Slack
Trello
Miro
Zotero
Mendeley
Taxonomies
Documentation
Web & Automation
WordPress
HTML
CSS
PHP
Automation (IFTTT/Zapier/Power Automate)
AI-assisted coding (Cursor/Claude)
Programming
Python (basic)
JavaScript (basic)
Communication
Policy briefs
Reports
Workshops
Public speaking
Media (EN/FR)

Languages

English
Native speaker
French
Full professional proficiency (C1–C2)
Spanish
Professional working proficiency (B2)
Mandarin
Basic proficiency

Publications