Energy

‘Solar-man’ Soleman drives solar irrigation shift for Bangladeshi farmers

Self-taught innovator’s low-cost system helps rural communities cut diesel use and irrigation costs. As diesel prices rise and power cuts continue to disrupt farming across...

UN climate chief warns Europe heatwave shows escalating climate crisis

Europe’s record-breaking heatwave and deadly extreme weather events underline the urgent need to phase out fossil fuels and accelerate global climate action. UN climate chief...
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E-waste threatens environment, farming and public health in Bangladesh

Rising electronic waste in Bangladesh is contaminating soil, water and crops, threatening agriculture, ecosystems and public health while exposing...

Bangladesh launches bidding for 26 offshore oil and gas blocks

Bangladesh has launched international bidding for 26 offshore oil and gas blocks in the Bay of Bengal under revised...

Cox’s Bazar rally calls for scrapping taxes on solar panels and equipment

Environmental campaigners in Cox's Bazar demanded withdrawal of taxes on solar panels and renewable energy equipment, warning high import...

Bangladesh launches solar power at Parliament to advance green energy transition

Bangladesh has inaugurated a solar power initiative at the National Parliament complex in a move seen as a significant...

Solar panel tax withdrawal demand sparks rally and human chain in Chattogram

Environmental groups in Chattogram demanded withdrawal of taxes on solar equipment, saying rising costs are limiting renewable energy adoption...

Bangladesh pushes for just energy transition at Dhaka climate dialogue

Climate experts and activists in Dhaka urged Bangladesh to accelerate a just energy transition through renewable investment, policy reforms,...