Unveiled at TBD Lens in Dhaka, KLIMA seeks to turn community-based climate ideas into scalable action through policy dialogue, finance links, innovation and youth participation.
The Bangladesh Dialogue has launched a new climate action platform aimed at connecting policymakers, investors, businesses, youth and communities to develop locally driven solutions as the country faces increasing risks from climate change.
The Bangladesh Dialogue (TBD) officially launched KLIMA, a collaborative platform designed to bridge the gap between climate solutions, financing opportunities and practical implementation.
The platform was unveiled during the fourth session of TBD Lens titled “Environment as a Part of Civil Discourse” in Dhaka on Wednesday. The KLIMA logo was formally launched by Dr Saimum Parvez, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Affairs.
Bangladesh is one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, facing growing threats from sea level rise, cyclones, floods, salinity intrusion, ecosystem degradation and climate induced displacement. The launch of KLIMA comes at a time when developing countries, including Bangladesh, are seeking greater access to climate finance and stronger partnerships to implement adaptation and resilience measures.
Environmental protection must become part of civil discourse
Speaking at the event, Dr Saimum Parvez said environmental protection must become a shared responsibility across society and should be integrated into everyday life and public discussion.
“Government can deliver projects, but projects have timelines. Whether it is planting 25 crore trees or any other initiative, lasting success depends on society taking ownership,” he said.
He stressed that environmental protection cannot depend only on government initiatives and requires active participation from citizens, communities, businesses and young people.
Dr Parvez encouraged people to engage with government initiatives, share ideas and participate in shaping a greener and more sustainable Bangladesh.
He said collective action would be essential for the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy and for building a just energy future.
KLIMA to connect climate action with finance and innovation
KLIMA will bring together policymakers, investors, businesses, non governmental organisations, international organisations, youth groups and local communities working on climate change and sustainable development.
The platform will focus on Locally Led Adaptation, Nature based Solutions and meaningful civic engagement in climate action.
Organisers said KLIMA aims to identify promising climate solutions, connect them with potential partners and financing opportunities, and support initiatives that can be implemented and expanded.
The platform seeks to create stronger links between climate innovation, investment and action on the ground, helping transform locally developed ideas into practical and scalable solutions.
Youth and communities at the centre of climate solutions
The launch event was attended by Prof Dr Mazharul Islam, Dr Nurun Nabi and Mohammad Subail Bin Alam, along with representatives from environmental organisations, development agencies and climate related initiatives.
During the session, Hasibul Islam Rafi was introduced as the Coordinator of KLIMA. He presented the platform’s vision of strengthening cooperation among government institutions, businesses, investors, development organisations, young people and communities.
Under his coordination, KLIMA will work to identify climate solutions, facilitate partnerships and create spaces for dialogue among stakeholders.
The platform will also focus on increasing the participation of young people and local communities in climate decision making, recognising that people living in climate vulnerable areas are often the first to experience environmental impacts and develop locally relevant solutions.
Organisers said climate solutions must remain connected with the realities of communities experiencing climate impacts directly.
Supporting a climate resilient Bangladesh
By combining policy dialogue, investment, innovation and civic participation, KLIMA aims to support a climate resilient Bangladesh where locally developed solutions can receive the partnerships and resources needed for wider implementation.
Organisers said Bangladesh’s experience in climate adaptation could provide lessons for other climate vulnerable countries facing similar challenges.
They hope KLIMA will help connect local climate action with global climate finance and partnerships, enabling communities to transform ideas into practical solutions for a changing climate.
