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Centara Advances Climate Action Initiatives in Maldives
Centara Hotels & Resorts reported measurable environmental and community impacts at The Atollia in the Maldives, highlighting progress in renewable energy, waste reduction, and ecosystem protection.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Afghanistan Seeks Azerbaijan's Support for COP31 Participation
Afghanistan is seeking Azerbaijan’s support to help secure its offi cial participation in the upcoming United Nations COP31 global climate change conference, scheduled to be held in Türkiye, as Kabul looks to strengthen its engagement on climate diplomacy and technical cooperation.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Long-Term Energy Strategy Prepared to Ensure Fuel Security: Salehuddin
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed recently said the government has a long-term prepared energy strategy recognizing fuel security as one of Bangladesh's challenges.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Power Division Seeks Tk 24.48b in Urgent Subsidy
The Division Power has urgently sought Tk 24.48 billion in subsidies against tariff deficit as letter of credit (LC) complexities are disrupting coal and fuel imports, say sources.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
68% of Global Oil Production Concentrated in Countries Exposed to US Pressure
A new analysis by 350.org and Zero Carbon Analytics finds that 68% of global oil production is impacted by US aspirations to dominate the world's oil and gas markets.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Norway Adds 117 MW of Solar in 2025
Norway installed 117 MW of solar in 2025, according to figures published by the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE).
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Efforts Underway to Meet Addl Power Demand During Coming Irrigation Season
The government has started taking measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply for the coming irrigation season as the power consumption during the boro cultivation jumps up to additional 5,000MW.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Empowering Communities Sustainable Progress Innovation
Summit Power International is transforming Bangladesh's infrastructure with innovative solutions across sectors. Backed by global partnerships and foreign investments, we set new standards in development. At Summit, we empower communities and build a stronger, more prosperous future.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
As Japan Declares Snap Elections, 350.org Calls for Progress on Climate Measures
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently dissolved the House of Representatives and announced that snap elections will be held on February 8.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Heavy Dependence on Imported Fossil Fuels Driving Economic Risks: Study
Bangladesh's heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels is driving significant economic risks, including reduced GDP and heightened inflation, while disproportionately impacting the country's poorest households, according to a year-long research study.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Citizens Bank Inks Deal with Titas Gas
Citizens Bank has signed an agreement with Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution at Titas Bhaban, Dhaka.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Summit Group Eyes Data Centers as LNG Demand Surges
Bangladesh's Summit Group is stepping into the country's data center market while continuing to pursue its growing LNG projects, as the nation's demand for liquefied natural gas is expected to remain strong.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Solar Generates Record 13% of EU Electricity in 2025
EU solar generation increased by over 20% for the fourth year running in 2025, with its share in the energy mix surpassing coal and hydro.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Gas Supply Disrupted in Uttara, Surrounding Areas after Pipeline Valve Failure
Gas supply was suspended in several parts of northern Dhaka recently after a valve connected to an industrial service line ruptured near the Uttara-Tongi Bridge, causing a high-pressure gas leak.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
CPD Trashes Energy Master Plan 2026-2050
Centre for Policy Dialogue has said the draft of the Energy and Power Sector Master Plan 2026-2050 by the interim government was faulty.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
India, UAE Sign $3.0b LNG Deal
India has signed a $3.0 billion deal to buy liquefied natural gas from the United Arab Emirates, making it the UAE's top customer, as the leaders of both countries held talks to strengthen trade and defense ties.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Dhaka Chokes as Savar Brick Kilns Defy Shutdown
Despite the government's declaration of Savar upazila as a \"degraded airshed\", brick kilns in the area continue operating raising serious openly, concerns over air pollution in Dhaka.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Fuel Loading for RNPP's First Unit to be Completed by End-Feb: Salehuddin
Adviser to the ministries of Science and Technology and Finance Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed has said fuel loading for the Unit-1 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) is expected to be completed by the end of the current month (February).
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
From Formula To Fairness: A Practical Way Out Of Bangladesh's LPG Cylinder Crisis
A few weeks ago, the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) announced that a 12-kilogram LPG cylinder would cost Tk 1,306.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
National Committee Finds Irregularities in Past Power Plant Deals
Evidence of various irregularities has been found in all power plant contracts signed by the previous government, including the Adani power deal, as well as in the contracting process, according to information provided by four members of the National Committee.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
BANGLADESH'S LPG MARKET UNDER STRAIN
Household consumers, in particular, are the worst affected.
9 min |
EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Grid-Sale Battery Economics Diverge in Texas, California
Grid-scale battery developers in the United States face different revenue risks in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) markets, with ancillary market saturation compressing revenues in Texas.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
BAU Researchers Develop Cost-Effective, Eco-Friendly "BAU Biochar Stove"
A team of researchers from Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) has developed a low-cost, environmentfriendly stove named the \"BAU Biochar Stove,\" which can be used simultaneously for cooking and biochar (organic charcoal) production.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Australia's Cop31 Chief Negotiator Plans to Lobby Petrostates on Fossil Fuel Phaseout
Chris Bowen wants to use his stint as the world's chief climate negotiator to lobby Saudi Arabia and others to stop resisting progress at UN summits, heeding calls for a \"hard-nosed\" approach in dealing with big emitters obstructing the transition.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
2025 was World's Third-Warmest Year on Record: EU Scientists
The planet experienced its third-warmest year on record in 2025, and average temperatures have exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius of global warming over three years, the longest period since records began, EU scientists said recently.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Process Ongoing for LNG Deal with Truant Firm Socar
Preparation stream is on to award a liquefied natural gas (LNG)-supply contract to a truant foreign firm that had previously left Bangladesh without completing a contracted drilling job, sources say, stoking fresh concerns.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
IDCOL Strengthens Climate Commitment by Joining PCAF
Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL) has become a signatory to the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), reinforcing its strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
Samos Energy, FPSO Ventures Set to Own, Operate Bualuang FSO
The Suksan Salamander FSO is currently deployed on the Bualuang oil field offshore Thailand, operated by Medco Energi Thailand.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
ADB Approves $400m for Resilient, Inclusive Development in Bangladesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently approved a $400 million loan to help Bangladesh enhance its resilience against climate impacts, cut emissions in climate-critical and promote sectors, inclusive development.
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EP_23_16 (Energy & Power Vol 23 Issue 16 Feb 1, 2026)
Energy & Power
BIPPA's AGM, Highlights Achievements and Sets Priorities for 2026
The Independent Producers Bangladesh Power Association (BIPPA) successfully held its 10th Annual General Meeting December (AGM) on 11 2025 at the BIPPA Secretariat in Dhaka.
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