Dhaka:Speakers at a discussion emphasized the need for coordinated initiatives, strict monitoring, and the increased use of renewable energy to control air pollution, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and improve air quality.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event titled "Renewable Energy Now to Prevent Air Pollution" was held at the Shafiqul Kabir Auditorium of the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) as part of the "Renewable Now" special campaign. It was organized by 37 civic and social organizations, including Dharitri Rakkhay Amra (DHORA) and Stamford University Bangladesh, focusing on enhancing air quality, safeguarding public health, and promoting renewable energy.
Professor Dr. Sharif Nafe As-Saber, Vice-chancellor of Stamford University Bangladesh, attended as the chief guest. The university's science faculty dean, Prof Dr. Ahmad Kamruzzaman Majumder, presented the keynote paper with Dr. Mahmuda Parvin moderating the session.
Prof Sharif Nafe As-Saber highlighted the importance of understanding air pollution, prioritizing domestic technologies, and integrating them with international technologies. He also emphasized the role of public awareness in identifying pollution sources and implementing effective solutions.
Prof Ahmad Kamruzzaman Majumder pointed out that air pollution is significantly harming public health and impeding the expansion of renewable energy. He noted that pollution is undermining the potential of solar power to reduce carbon emissions and delaying Bangladesh's goals for clean and sustainable electricity generation.