Bangladesh energy crisis
Another example of wasteful energy projects
Idle gas compressor stations costing us precious foreign currency
Another albatross around the neck of the energy sector?
Surplus LNG regasification capacity predicted to emerge as a headache
We need smart policymaking, not smart blame games in the energy sector
The authorities must start paying heed to expert recommendations on energy sector-related decisions.
Stocktaking for COP28 / Bangladesh’s energy transition journey so far
Bangladesh’s trajectory towards energy transition has been challenging but also provides valuable opportunities for other countries to learn from it.
Resuming gas exploration is the need of the hour
Excessive dependence on imported LNG is no solution
We are not taking our energy crisis seriously
In Bangladesh, natural gas has been predominant in the energy mix for decades.
Disconnecting illegal gas lines was long overdue
But we must also address the hidden reality behind it
Why are power plants underproducing amid heatwave?
Increased power outages causing suffering among ordinary people
IOC interest in our gas reserves is a good sign
ExxonMobil proposal should be considered with calculated speed.
Our fiscal space is narrowing fast
Both global and local macro-challenges can have serious implications for the people of Bangladesh
Govt seeks long-term LNG contracts with Qatar
The government is negotiating with Qatar seeking long-term contracts for the import of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as prices have abnormally climbed in international spot markets, said Salman F Rahman, the prime minister’s private industry and investment adviser, yesterday.
The energy policy is becoming increasingly illogical
Does the government at all care about the socioeconomic fallout of massive fuel price hikes?
Is load-shedding a symptom of Bangladesh's energy insecurity?
We had energy surplus a few months ago, and now the country is facing the prospect of “reduced electric supply” until September.
