Commerce, Industries, Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir has said achieving the government’s 10,000MW solar power target could significantly ease the electricity crisis facing Bangladesh’s industrial sector.
Speaking to journalists after inaugurating a new BSCIC exhibition and sales center at Osmani International Airport, he said the government was prioritizing small-scale, low-investment businesses and environmentally friendly technologies amid the ongoing energy crisis.
The minister said solar power could be utilized for around 3.5-4 hours a day and, with battery storage, could help meet evening peak demand and reduce load-shedding.
He said the government was also preparing plans to use gas and alternative fuels, including rice husk and coal, in industrial areas.
Muktadir said the cottage, micro, small and medium enterprise (CMSME) sector currently contributes around 34% to the economy, with the government targeting an increase to 50%.
