How Renewables will save Bangladesh's Energy?

As Bangladesh faces mounting pressure from rising energy demand and global supply uncertainties, a new advocacy dialogue calls for a decisive shift towards energy sovereignty through renewable energy. Despite strong economic growth driven by sectors like ready-made garments, the country's heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels—particularly LNG and oil—has exposed it to price volatility and geopolitical disruptions, including crises affecting key routes such as the Strait of Hormuz.The dialogue emphasises that renewable energy must no longer be viewed solely through the lens of climate change but as a matter of national security, economic resilience, and long-term stability. By prioritising domestically generated solar and wind power, Bangladesh can reduce external dependence, stabilise energy costs, and strengthen its strategic autonomy. Bringing together policymakers, development partners, private sector leaders, academics, and civil society, the roundtable will explore policy frameworks, investment pathways, and technological opportunities to accelerate the country's energy transition. Hosted at The Business Standard on 30 April 2026, the discussion aims to produce actionable insights to support a resilient, self-reliant, and future-ready energy system for Bangladesh.