Protest rally in Dhaka demands Japan to stop investments in coal, LNG projects

A protest rally was held today at Shyamoli Park Ground in Dhaka’s Mohammadpur area, calling on the Japanese government and private investors to halt funding in coal and LNG projects across Asia, including Bangladesh. The demonstration was organised under the banner of “Dharti Rokkhay Amra (DHARA)” along with 17 other environmental and civic organisations. The […]

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Five names in Bangladesh’s sustainable fashion space that you need to know

In the Western world, rarely are the words ‘sustainability’ and ‘Bangladesh’ mentioned in the same sentence. While the memory of the tragic Rana Plaza disaster, which claimed the lives of 1,134 people, is still vivid, there are limited opportunities for local designers, with the tag of ‘Made in Bangladesh’ often linked with factory-made clothing, rather […]

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SOLshare: How a Bangladeshi Startup is Powering a Revolution in Rural Energy Access

In the far-flung off-grid communities of rural Bangladesh, where conventional electricity has long failed to reach, a quiet revolution is taking place—fueled not by fossil fuels, but by innovation, inclusion, and a bold vision of energy democracy. At the center of this transformation stands SOLshare, a Bangladeshi startup redefining how energy is generated, shared, and […]

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How Innovation in Climate Tech is Redefining Green Solutions

Climate technology encompasses a broad range of tools and innovations designed to mitigate the impacts of climate change, enhance resilience, and drive sustainable growth. From renewable energy systems to advanced materials that reduce industrial carbon emissions, the scope of climate tech is vast and dynamic. In recent years, we’ve witnessed a significant surge in interest […]

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This Bangladeshi Woman Can Tell You Why the Latest Round of Climate Talks Matter

Bhokul has faced the loss of her family’s land, and the loss of their income. Now climate change threatens her livelihood even more. Photo: Sonja Ayeb-Karlsson/UNU-EHS This article is featured as part of the United Nations University Sustainable Development Explorer. UNU’s work is uniquely comprehensive, spanning the full breadth of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With some 400 […]

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How Southeast Asia can seize the renewable energy opportunity

Southeast Asia needs to scale-up its renewables. IEEFA’s Grant Hauber explains how the region can unlock investment and cut volatility Southeast Asia stands at a crossroads in its energy transition. Rapid economic growth, volatile fossil fuel markets and intensifying climate risks are pushing governments to rethink their energy strategies. Rising trade tensions between China and […]

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Interview with Dr. Ainun Nishat: Bangladesh ‘cannot have’ a fixed delta plan for 2100

Ainun Nishat, a leading South Asia water expert, analyses the capacity of the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 to secure sustainable livelihoods and a less vulnerable ecosystem The Ganga, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers form the world’s largest delta, two-thirds of which is in Bangladesh. The three rivers and their 700-odd tributaries have brought down silt from […]

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