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Private sector takes over 59% of renewable project pipeline: Study

15 DEC, 2023

To turn the current energy and economic crisis in Bangladesh into a possibility, the government must ensure integrity and competition in the energy sector. To build a smart Bangladesh, we must prioritize building a smart and green energy-dependent future

China water-cannoned boat in South China Sea

07 AUG, 2023

The Philippines yesterday accused China’s coast guard of blocking and water-cannoning a Philippine military supply boat in the South China Sea, condemning the “excessive and offensive actions” against its vessels.

Erosion hits Marine Drive hard

05 AUG, 2023

Around half of the 50-metre-wide Marine Drive in the west Mundardail area was washed away on Thursday morning after geo tubes protecting the road were torn apart by strong waves

World’s oceans set new surface temperature record

05 AUG, 2023

The world’s oceans set a temperature record in the past week, with their surface hitting 20.96 degrees Celsius (69.7 Fahrenheit), European Union climate observatory data showed on Friday. Ocean surface temperature reached 20.96C on July […]

Saleemul Huq appointed to the UN’s Scientific Advisory Board

05 AUG, 2023

Leading global climate expert Prof Dr. Saleemul Huq has been appointed as one of the external members of a new Scientific Advisory Board of the UN.

Bangladesh seeks funding for losses and damages

21 JUL, 2023

Meeting with COP28 President designate held

BD needs grant in climate adaptation: Minister

21 JUL, 2023

We want an opportunity to discuss and explore how IMF can support Bangladesh in advancing its climate agenda and mobilizing climate finance. Bangladesh has emerged as a global leader in demonstrating resilience to climate change

SAJIDA Foundation, British Asian Trust launch climate fund

03 JUL, 2023

SAJIDA Foundation and the British Asian Trust have co-launched the Climate Innovation Fund today to support innovative local solutions working to mitigate the ongoing threats of climate change and enhance climate resilience in the country

852 sqk MPA identified at Naf River Estuary

22 JUN, 2023

The 852 square kilometer area are identified for Marine Protected Area (MPA) on increasing production, proper breeding, and conservation of fisheries resources starting from the Naf river estuary in Teknaf.

World Oceans Day: Is There Really a Ray of Hope?

08 JUN, 2023

The existing oceans take over the majority 70% of our home planet Earth. Their contribution to biodiversity and organism wellbeing is incomparable. The Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC) and…

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