Bangladesh to present updated NDC at UN climate summit

Next week, over 100 countries, including Bangladesh, will present new NDCs at the UN Climate Summit in New York, the United Nations announced Thursday.

The summit, convened by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, will take place on 24 September. It will bring together world leaders to discuss climate action. Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, chief adviser to Bangladesh's interim government, will join leaders from over 45 countries.

Experts say updated NDCs can drive energy transitions, boost economies, and address the climate gap ahead of COP30.

Bangladesh is recognised for its leadership in climate vulnerability and adaptation. The country is expected to submit its updated NDC 3.0. Experts highlight Yunus' participation and anticipate that Bangladesh will commit to a rapid and equitable transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.

Since the Paris Agreement, global renewable energy capacity has increased by 140%. Investment in clean energy has doubled compared to fossil fuels. Costs for solar, wind, and batteries have dropped by up to 90%. These advances have reduced projected warming from over 4°C to about 2.4–2.6°C. They may also raise global GDP and control food inflation by 2035.

Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, said: "This week in New York, many leaders will reaffirm their commitment to climate action. They will present new plans to grow economies by harnessing clean energy. The summit will be a milestone to assess where we stand in the global fight and how far we still need to go."

Experts say a renewable-focused NDC 3.0 could help Bangladesh achieve environmental goals and energy security. It could create jobs, attract investment, and protect the economy from the volatility of fossil fuels.