The initiative encouraged welding trainees to integrate resource efficiency, safe work practices and environmental responsibility into their technical education, highlighting technology-driven training methods that can reduce waste and support sustainable industrial development.
A programme aimed at promoting environmentally sustainable technical training and raising awareness of environmental conservation among technical students was held in Chattogram on 23 July 2026.
The day-long event, titled “Green TVET for All – Skilled Hands, Greener Future”, was organised by Green Technical Education and Volunteering (G-TEV) at the Bangladesh-Korea Technical Training Centre (BKTTC) in Chattogram. BKTTC is an institution under the Bangladesh Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET), a government agency responsible for technical and vocational training. Trainees took part in the programme.
Md. Imran Chowdhury, Instructor of the Welding Trade at BKTTC and President of G-TEV, attended the programme as chief guest. Special guests included Md. Wazed Ali, Instructor of the Welding Trade at BKTTC, Debdhan Barua, Md. Ilias Kanchan, General Secretary of G-TEV, and Md. Tauhidul Islam, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) at GPH Ispat Limited.
During the programme, welding trainees were introduced to the importance of environmental conservation, efficient use of resources, waste reduction, safe work practices and green skills. They also received guidance on preparing themselves as environmentally responsible and sustainable technical professionals for the industrial sector.
“The effective use of technology in technical training can play an important role not only in developing skills but also in protecting the environment. BKTTC Chattogram is already using simulators and technology-based training methods in welding education, allowing trainees to practise in a virtual environment before engaging in practical training. This can help reduce the wastage of metal materials, electrodes, gases and other consumables. At the same time, it can improve the quality of training while reducing its negative impact on the environment,” Imran Chowdhury said.
The organisers said the primary objective of the “Green TVET for All” programme is to develop technical professionals who are not only skilled but also environmentally conscious, safety-oriented, responsible and prepared for the future workforce.
They said G-TEV will continue organising similar initiatives to promote green skills and environmentally sustainable workplace practices within the technical and vocational education and training system.
