Staff Reporter:
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, emphasized the need for energy sovereignty and inclusive energy transition to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
She said that Bangladesh’s energy future should prioritise clean, affordable and reliable systems, with a strong emphasis on addressing climate change and ensuring energy equity.
While addressing the closing programme of the 2nd Conference on “Bangladesh Energy Prosperity 2050” held at the BIAM Foundation Complex in Dhaka on Friday, she said an opportunity has come for bringing change to the country’s energy sector.
“We need to find a way to achieve energy sovereignty. The government will continue to meet the demands of civil society and there needs to be a dialogue on whether the energy policy should be revised or changed,” he said.
The advisor highlighted the need for innovation, capacity building and regional cooperation to harness renewable energy potential.
“Our journey towards energy prosperity by 2050 requires collective efforts from policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and citizens,” said the adviser.
The conference included discussions on renewable energy, energy efficiency and innovative financing mechanisms.
Participants explored ways to reduce dependency on fossil fuels while ensuring energy access for all.
Notable speakers included Prof Ijaz Hossain of BUET, Iftekharuzzaman, executive director of TIB, and Zahidul Islam, vice president of the Bangladesh Solar and Renewable Energy Association.
Hasan Mehedi, member secretary of the Bangladesh Working Group on Energy and Development, presented the conference’s declaration.
The event brought policymakers, academics and industry experts together to develop actionable strategies for a sustainable energy future.
The session was concluded with a commitment to strengthen collaboration among stakeholders and accelerate the adoption of clean energy solutions in line with the priorities of the national interest.
