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Cold Run of Diesel Generator Unit Completed at Unit 1 of RNPP
The Cold Run of one of three diesel generator units has been completed at unit 1 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Interim Govt Contemplating New Bond Issuance to Clear BPDB's Dues
The interim government is considering the issuance of additional bonds to address the Bangladesh Power Development Board’s (BPDB) mounting unpaid dues to private power producers.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
From Isolation To Empowerment: Solar Power Solutions For A Sustainable Wetland Future
The wetland areas of Bangladesh like Sunamganj, Sylhet, Habiganj, Kishoreganj, and Netrakona form a unique ecosystem that is not only rich in biodiversity but also highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Smart Solar System Market Projected To Reach $35.8b By 2032
The Smart Solar System Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $13 billion to over $35.8 billion by 2032; as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Summit Power Seeks Protection For Its Investment, Facilities In Bangladesh
Summit Power International (SPI), Singapore has sought government support and protection for its investment in Bangladesh to uphold the country’s reputation as an attractive destination for international capital.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
WRIP: A Lost Opportunity
UNOCOL, a leading US-based International Oil Company, proposed an integrated Energy Project, Western Region Integrated Project (WRIP), in 1996 to further explore and develop the gas resources of Bhola Island by constructing a 120KM 20-inch outer diameter cross-country gas transmission pipeline from Shabajpur, Bhola to Digholia, Khulna along with three gas-based power plants – 60 MW at Bhola, 100 MW at Barishal and 200 MW at Khulna.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Bringing Bhola Gas Into National Grid
The post-COVID-19 period has seen a growing natural gas supply deficit in Bangladesh, with a 1,000 MMCFD shortfall. Despite repeated government promises, local production remains inadequate, and demand continues to rise, leading to gas rationing. LNG supply expansion by 2027 is uncertain, and domestic fields are unlikely to meet demand unless aggressive exploration campaigns are conducted. The Bhola Island holds potential reserves of 2.047 Tcf but remains underutilized due to a lack of national grid connection.
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EP_22_08 (Energy & Power Vol 21 Issue 8 October 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Debt Liabilities Major Challenge Of Energy Sector
Bangladesh’s energy and power sector is on the verge of collapse due to mismanagement, poor governance, and misappropriation of money. Huge debt liabilities have created overburden.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
LOOKING FORWARD TO A NEW-LOOK POWER AND ENERGY POLICY
For years energy experts had urged the now-ousted government of Sheikh Hasina to fix some grave wrongs committed in the power and energy sector. They were particularly critical of a black law passed in 2010 for quick power and energy generation bypassing any tenders.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Experts Meet as Final Global Plastic Treaty Talks Near
With months until crunch talks on the world's first binding treaty on plastic pollution, experts are meeting in Bangkok to discuss financing options and problematic plastics.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Environmental Activists Block Cruise Ship Arriving in Amsterdam
Environmental activists tied themselves to a lock recently at the Port of Amsterdam to prevent the arrival of a cruise ship, according to the port and the climate group.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
ADB to Help Bangladesh in Low-Cost River Cleaning Projects: Rizwana
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, advisor for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, recently said the Asian Development Bank (ADB) will assist Bangladesh in implementing low-cost river-cleaning projects in important rivers, particularly Buriganga, Turag, and Balu.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Combining Climate Measures Key to Slashing Emissions: Study
Amajor new study published recently on the effectiveness of climate measures such as taxes or subsidies in reducing greenhouse gases has found standalone measures fail to make a big difference.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Environment Adviser Urges Doubling of $100b for Climate Financing
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser on Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, has called for doubling the US$100 billion in climate financing to address the growing needs for environmental conservation.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Australia Approves US$13.5b Project to Export Solar Power to Singapore
Australia said on Aug 21 it had given the go-ahead for a A$20 billion (US$13.5 billion) solar project that plans to ship energy from a giant solar farm in the country's north to Singapore through a 4,300km undersea cable.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
ABB Delivers Automation Solutions for 10GW of Renewables in India
ABB has delivered an automation solution for 10 GW of renewable energy plants in India. Starting with a 100-MW project about seven years ago, the company has reached the 10 GW milestone with more than 300 renewable energy projects across the country using its Internet of Things (IoT)-based PLC solution.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Summit Reviewing Cross-Border Power Deals after India Rule Change
Bangladesh's Summit Group plans to renegotiate preliminary deals to import renewable power from India after a recent rule change by New Delhi allowed generators that exclusively export their electricity to sell locally, the utility's chairman said.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Chief Adviser Urges China to Relocate Solar Panel Plants to Bangladesh
Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus recently called upon China to relocate some of its solar panel factories to Bangladesh in an effort to boost the country's green transition and exports.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Power Outage Hits Rural Areas
The country, especially the rural areas, has been experiencing frequent power cuts recently due to insufficient electricity production from coal-based power plants, alongside the prolonged delay in increasing LNG regasification facilities.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
BB Increases Foreign Currency Support for Energy Imports
Bangladesh Bank has increased its supply of foreign currency to the Energy and Mineral Resources Division to continue its import of petroleum fuels and gas from abroad and also from locally operating foreign companies.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Rooppur NPP Unit 2 Receives Delivery of Major Equipment
Transport Lock’’ a part of the nuclear fuel handling system for unit-2 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has been delivered to the construction site.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Nuclear Fusion Startups Usher in Next Era of Sustainable Energy Innovation: GlobalData
Nuclear fusion technology is rapidly advancing, bringing us closer to a sustainable, limitless energy source.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Challenges Of Energy Sector Reforms
The energy sector is now in total disarray. An evil syndicate of senior government policymakers and corrupt business groups through irregularities and corruption has created a complete mess.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
CCDB Climate Center: Towards Resilience For A Climate-Sensitive Future
In the heart of Bangladesh's vigorous landscape, the CCDB Climate Center stands as an inspiration of innovation and hope, leading the charge in the fight against climate change. Established by the Christian Commission for Development in Bangladesh (CCDB), this innovative facility is the first in the nation, dedicated to fostering climate resilience and promoting sustainable and low-carbon development.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Reforming The Crippled Gas Sector
Undoubtedly, the energy situation in Bangladesh is in a crucial stage. The existing gas reserves are depleting rapidly while the demand is rising due to the country’s population, and economic and industrial growth. As per the Integrated Energy and Power Master Plan (IEPMP) 2023, the gas supply should grow at 1.5%, 2.6%, and 2.5% rates during 2019-30, 2030-40, and 204050 respectively to attain the county’s growth as per the Perspective Plan of Bangladesh 2021– 2041. However, Figure 1 shows that the annual average gas production from the domestic gas fields started to decline after reaching its peak in 2017.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Restructuring and Overhauling Gas Supply Chain Management
Ensuring a sustainable supply of primary fuel (gas, coal, and fuel oil) is a major challenge for Bangladesh’s energy and power sector. Since 2000, successive governments have failed to make a political decision to exploit discovered coal resources buried at mineable depths. The governments have also failed to carry out the required exploration of petroleum resources in onshore frontier areas.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Refreshing Energy Transition Strategy
Despite existing plans like the Energy and Power Master Plan 2023 IEPMP), renewable energy policy drafts, and the Mujib Climate Perspective Plan, questions arise about Bangladesh's need for a new energy transition roadmap. Experts express differing views: some suggest revising the IEPMP with real data, while others emphasize the urgency of a roadmap considering legal and investment issues. Another perspective suggests an energy strategy from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, aligning with national efforts for low-carbon development and netzero emissions.
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EP_22_06 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 6 September 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
Four Die from Electrocution Amid Waterlogging in Dhaka
Four people died due to electrocution amid heavy rains in different areas of Dhaka recently.
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EP_22_04 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 4 August 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
LPG Sales Witnessing Boom During Unrest
Sales of LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) witnessed a boom against the backdrop of the prolonged unrest affecting the country, taking advantage of the fact that prepaid and smart prepaid gas consumers are facing obstacles to recharging their balances.
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EP_22_04 (Energy & Power Vol 22 Issue 4 August 1, 2024)
Energy & Power
BPC's Fuel Oil Supply Disrupted Amid Shutdown, Curfew
The supply of fuel oil has been severely disrupted across the country since Thursday due to complete shutdown enforced by protesting students of quota reform movement and subsequent unrest and curfew.
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