Dhaka: Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has underscored the urgent need for Bangladesh to transition towards cleaner, safer, and more affordable energy solutions as the country navigates a new path toward sustainable economic development. Speaking during a virtual conference on Thursday evening with Carl Page, Chairman of the Anthropocene Institute, and his colleagues, Professor Yunus said Bangladesh-one of the world's most densely populated and climate-vulnerable nations-cannot afford prolonged reliance on fossil fuels, said a press release issued by Chief Adviser's Press Wing here today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Professor Yunus stressed the importance of considering clean energy alternatives, specifically mentioning large-scale solar deployment as a viable option for Bangladesh. Carl Page, brother of Google co-founder Larry Page, highlighted recent advancements in next-generation nuclear technologies and hybrid systems that offer reliable, zero-carbon power. He emphasized that barge-mounted nuclear reactors are cost-effective, low-maintenance, and capable of powering Bangladesh's growing industrial sector for decades.
Page pointed out that nuclear power is no longer a taboo topic among major development financiers like the World Bank. He noted that countries such as Indonesia are already adopting these technologies to meet their rising energy demands. He further remarked that Bangladesh, with its strong track record of innovation, is well-positioned to lead in the clean energy transition, delivering benefits such as job creation, energy price stability, and enhanced industrial competitiveness.
Page concluded by saying, "Bangladesh can serve as a strategic hub for emerging technologies and a peaceful leader in atomic innovation."