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CLIMATE SUMMIT IN BAKU BRINGS LITTLE CHEER FOR BANGLADESH

Bangladesh, a delta nation of 170 million people, is vulnerable to climate change and related disasters. Frequent floods, cyclones, and occasional droughts claiming lives and livelihoods every year speak of the depth of the climate vulnerability.

The Promise To Mobilize $1.0tn More Is Vague

The major challenge for COP30 is to restore the trust between the Global North and the Global South. The trust deficit continues to widen in matters substantive to solving the issues, such as ambitious mitigation and scaling climate finance. However, I believe that COP30, under the progressive leadership of Lula De Silva of Brazil, a University Professor, can expect a better outcome.

ADB Launches Environment Action Plan 2024-2030

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched its Environment Action Plan 2024–2030 presenting a road map for addressing the impacts of the triple planetary crisis of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change in Asia and the Pacific.

LDCs Trapped in Climate Debt Spiral

The Climate Debt Risk Index 2024 (CDRI), introduced by Change Initiative (CI), calls for a complete overhaul of the global climate finance framework.

Bangladesh Calls for Climate Justice, Ambitious Pre-2030 Targets at COP29

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change and Water Resources, called for climate justice, urging the global community to uphold the principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibilities (CBDR).

Dream to Achieve Goals in Life, Prof Yunus Tells Youths at COP29

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus recently called upon the youths to dream to achieve their goals in life as the dream is a power.

Fossil Fuel Emissions to Hit New Record in 2024

Planet-warming carbon dioxide emissions from oil, gas and coal rose to a new record high this year, according to preliminary research recently that found no sign the world was moving away from fossil fuels.

Rezwana Seeks Global Support for Transition to RE

Adviser of the interim government for environment, forests and climate change Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said timely and fair financial and technological support is need for Bangladesh's transition to renewable energy.

Chief Adviser for 'Zero Carbon' - Based Life-Style to Save Planet

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus recently suggested creating a new life-style based on 'zero waste and zero carbon' to protect the planet from climate catastrophes, presenting his longstanding dream of creating a new world of three zeroes.

Climate Loss and Damage Fund Set to Launch into Action Next Year

Agreements have been signed to pave the way for a United Nations-backed fund for the most climate-vulnerable countries to start project financing in 2025, COP29 host Azerbaijan said recently.

Plastic Pollution Talks Must Not Fail: UN Environment Chief

Talks to agree the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution cannot fail and must tackle both production and consumption, the UN's environment chief said recently.

Rizwana Asks Forest Dept No Longer to Plant Eucalyptus, Acacia Trees

Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Syeda Rizwana Hasan recently asked the forest department no longer to plant eucalyptus and acacia trees.

Climate Vulnerable Countries Require Enough Support: CA

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus said most climate vulnerable countries with limited decarbonization capacity need to have adequate financial and technical support to develop green industries.

Azerbaijan Breaks Ground on 240 MW Solar Plant

A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place for the 240 MW Shafag solar power plant in Azerbaijan.

Australia Closed on Record 3.9 GWh of Battery Storage Capacity in Jul-Sept

Eight new battery projects added up to 95% more volume than was recorded in Q3, 2023, according to a Clean Energy Council (CEC) quarterly report which also pointed to a renewables generation boom.

Chinese Investors Interested in Bangladesh's Power, Green Energy Sectors

In a collaborative meeting at the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority's (BIDA) headquarters, Chinese investors outlined significant plans for joint ventures in Bangladesh’s power and green technology sectors.

Organix, O Creeds Sign MoU to Boost RE, Waste Management

Organix Energy Inc, a global project developer in renewable energy, and Onushandhani Creeds Limited (O Creeds), a Bangladeshi consultancy specializing in environmental and infrastructure projects, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, or MoU, to collaborate on renewable energy initiatives.

China, Indonesia Seal $10b in Deals Focused on Green Energy, Tech

China and Indonesia signed deals worth $10 billion at the Indonesia-China Business Forum in Beijing recently, spanning sectors including food, new energy, technology, and biotechnology, Chinese state media reported.

Bangladesh Lags Behind Rooftop Solar Race

Despite significant potential for rooftop solar energy, Bangladesh has lagged behind in development, while Vietnam has emerged as a regional leader in the sector.

IDCOL Promotes Rooftop Solar for Knitwear Units

Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL) hosted a workshop recently to promote the adoption of rooftop industrial solar system among knitwear manufacturers.

Govt to Float Tenders for RE Projects Soon: Energy Adviser

The government will float tenders for the installation of 30-40 renewable energy projects soon, Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Affairs Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan said on 22 November.

SANEM Studies Explore Bangladesh's Pathway to Sustainable Energy Transition

A national-level dialogue in the capital has underscored the urgency of transitioning to renewable energy for macro economic stability, environmental sustainability, and economic growth by addressing regulatory flaws, mobilizing investments, and fostering collaboration.

Paid Tk 20cr Bribe for Gas Connection During AL Regime: Commerce Adviser

Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin has said he had to pay a bribe of Tk 20 crore to the road authorities for digging up a road to lay the 40km gas pipeline for his industry during the previous Awami League regime.

Exempt Five Gas Exploration Projects from Feasibility Study, EMRD Writes to Planning Ministry

The Energy and Mineral Resources Division approached the Planning ministry to exempt five vital gas exploration and development projects from the mandatory third-party feasibility study requirement.

Doreen Power's Profit Falls 17%

Doreen Power Generations and Systems said its profit fell in the first quarter of the current financial year, as its plants were shut and costs soared.

BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru to Promote Energy Security in Region

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) has said BIMSTEC Energy Centre (BEC) in Bengaluru will promote energy security through grid interconnections, renewable energy development and realization of energy efficiency.

Fuel Pricing Reform may Help Lower Inflation, Power Gen Cost: CPD Study

A reform in the pricing formula could reduce diesel and petrol prices by Tk10.50 and Tk11.32 per liter, leading to lower inflation and power generation costs, according to a CPD study.

Tender for Gas Pipeline from Bhola to Dhaka to be Issued in Dec: Energy Adviser

The government has planned to issue a tender in December to bring the recently discovered gas resource in Bhola to Dhaka, Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan said on 23 November.

OPEC Secretary General Tells COP29 'Oil is a Gift from God'

OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais told the recent COP29 climate summit in Baku that crude oil and natural gas were a gift from God, and that global warming talks should focus on cutting emissions not picking energy sources.

No New Unabated Coal-Power Plants

Twenty-five countries at the COP29 climate summit recently pledged not to build any new unabated coal-power plants, in a push to accelerate the phase-out of the highly polluting fossil fuel.