May 2, 2024
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Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury unveiled plans to boost the adoption of eco-friendly technologies in rice cultivation, aimed at curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Embracing such technologies not only mitigates carbon footprints but also optimizes resource utilization, potentially unlocking opportunities for international carbon crediting. Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury shared these insights during a […]

April 25, 2024
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During the ongoing NAP Expo at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center, Environment Secretary Dr. Farhina Ahmed revealed the government’s commitment to combat climate change by increasing the renewable energy target to 40 percent. Dr. Ahmed emphasized Bangladesh’s leadership in adaptation capacity and highlighted the importance of public and mental health amidst climate challenges. Addressing the technical […]

April 24, 2024
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Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said Bangladesh needs 543 billion dollar to tackle climate change by 2050. So international financial support is essential for implementation of climate plans. He also said Bangladesh is committed to working collaboratively with international partners to build climate resilience. As Bangladesh continues to face the impacts […]

April 11, 2024
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5min
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said that NAP Expo 2024 Bangladesh is being organized to show how the people of Bangladesh successfully deal with climate change. NAP EXPO 2024 BANGLADESH will be held on April 22-25 at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC). Honorable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will inaugurate the […]

April 3, 2024
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3rd April 2024 – Colombo:  The 8th International Conference on Climate Change (ICCC) 2024, held from the 8th to the 9th of February at the prestigious Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka, concluded with resounding success. Organized by the International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), the conference brought together over 120 participants from across […]

December 11, 2023
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The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) joined over 24 stock exchanges globally for a call to action for climate change with its inaugural Market Opening Bell Ringing Ceremony for Climate Change on 05th December 2023 at the trading floor of the CSE. Delivering the keynote address at this ceremony, Ms. Azusa Kubota, Resident Representative, UNDP Sri […]

November 8, 2023
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      08 November 2023, Colombo: Climate Change has been identified as one of the greatest threats to the sustainability of the planet, and in a pioneering stance to address these challenges, Sri Lanka proudly hosted the inaugural ‘International Climate Change Forum’ (ICCF) on November 2nd and 3rd, 2023, in Colombo. The ICCF served […]

June 21, 2023
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      To achieve net zero emissions by 2050; Joins RE100 initiative Energy- and resource-efficient products to empower consumers for sustainable living To invest in and develop innovative technologies for a better planet; Apply carbon capture and clean air technology Samsung Electronics recently announced its new environmental strategy, a comprehensive effort to join global […]

June 7, 2023
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      Sampath Bank, as one of the leading banks in Sri Lanka, is taking a significant stride towards preserving marine biodiversity and combating climate change with its groundbreaking initiative, ‘A Breath to the Ocean.’ Launched as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts, this program aims to restore and protect the oceanic ecosystem […]


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