Dhaka:EDOTCO Bangladesh and FloSolar Solutions have announced plans to collaborate on solar projects that could generate approximately 130 GWh of renewable electricity annually for every 100 MWp developed, potentially reducing around 80,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, these figures are contingent upon the final project configuration, applicable grid emissions factors, and the amount of grid electricity displaced. The two companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the development of grid-connected renewable-energy capacity, aiming to meet EDOTCO's power needs across its telecom infrastructure.
Under the proposed model, EDOTCO could procure renewable energy without upfront capital investment, while FloSolar would be responsible for developing and financing the projects. This arrangement could provide greater long-term cost visibility, subject to feasibility and regulatory considerations.
The MoU outlines a plan for EDOTCO and FloSolar to assess opportunities for solar-generated renewable electricity to support EDOTCO's operations via the national grid. FloSolar will lead the evaluation of potential generation sites and project development, while EDOTCO will focus on site eligibility and electricity requirements.
The partnership aims to increase the use of renewable electricity in EDOTCO's operations, contributing to the diversification of its energy mix and advancing its decarbonization efforts. Country Managing Director of EDOTCO Bangladesh, Al Batuni Mohammad Sayed Ahmed, emphasized the importance of exploring renewable energy at scale to enhance operational resilience.
FloSolar Solutions' Founder and Managing Director, Mustafa Azim Kasem Khan, expressed that combining FloSolar's renewable-energy capabilities with EDOTCO's infrastructure will support cleaner, more resilient digital infrastructure and aid Bangladesh's transition to sustainable energy.