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New energy roadmap prioritizes local coal, gas, and solar power

The government aims to add 12,940MW to the national grid under a medium-term strategy for 2028-30.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 3 October 2026, 10:00 AM

As part of a medium-term strategy covering the 2028-30 period, the government has outlined plans to integrate 12,940MW of generation capacity into the national grid. This initiative is designed to address a projected peak electricity demand ranging between 20,000MW and 25,000MW. The roadmap specifically emphasizes the utilization of local coal, gas, and solar energy resources to meet these requirements.