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Shafiqul Alam

@Shafiqson

Lead Energy Analyst at IEEFA; Clean Energy Fellow at NBR, USA; Former Climate Protection Fellow at Ecologic Institute via Humboldt Foundation

 Dhaka, Bangladesh
Joined November 2017
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Saur Energy@Saur_energyMay 6
#Bangladesh’s Fossil Fuel Dependence Deepens As Renewable Energy Share Remains at 2.3%: Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) @ieefa_institute saurenergy.com/solar-energy-…
Bangladesh’s Fossil Fuel Dependence Deepens As RE Share Remains at 2.3%: IEEFA

Bangladesh’s Fossil Fuel Dependence Deepens As RE Share Remains at 2.3%: IEEFA

According to IEEFA, the rising cost burden is not solely linked to expensive imported fuels and depreciation of the Bangladeshi Taka against the US dollar.

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Bangladesh’s energy import dependence jumps to 62.5%, power costs rise 83%: IEEFA unb.com.bd/category/Banglade…

Bangladesh’s energy import dependence jumps to 62.5%, power costs rise 83%: IEEFA

Bangladesh’s primary energy imports rose from 47.7% to 62.5% in four years, exposing its vulnerability to the volatile international fossil fuel market and raising the power generation cost by 83%,...

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Fossil fuel dependence drives up Bangladesh's power costs by 83% in 5yrs tbsnews.net/bangladesh/energ…
Fossil fuel dependence drives up Bangladesh's power costs by 83% in

Fossil fuel dependence drives up Bangladesh's power costs by 83% in

"The elevated risk of fossil fuel dependence is a clear signal to swiftly expand renewable energy," the IEEFA report said, warning that Bangladesh's current energy pathway is becoming economically

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For a developing country like 🇧🇩 with #LNG -import-based economy, it means more money is lost, worsening the financial crisis. Hence, now is the time to invest significantly in #renewableenergy. More 👇 in a recent op-ed by @Shafiqson of @ieefa_institute thedailystar.net/opinion/vie…
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Shafiqul Alam writes: Having taken office at a critical juncture for #Bangladesh, the newly elected BNP government faces some pressing challenges. #Views #Opinion thedailystar.net/opinion/vie…

What the government must prioritise to tackle power and energy challenges

Unless Bangladesh makes efforts to control power generation costs, price hikes alone will not significantly minimise the subsidy burden.

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With elections just days away, the next Bangladesh government has a key opportunity to drive long-term reforms and steer the power sector towards sustainability, says @Shafiqson in his latest article in @dailystarnews | Read - tinyurl.com/mwmh3kkc
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Lead Energy Analyst for at the @ieefa_institute , @Shafiqson strongly recommends refocusing on long-term reforms rather than quick fixes to improve the sector’s sustainability gradually. Find out more in his latest article published in @dailystarnews👇 thedailystar.net/news/why-th…
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@dailystarnewsJan 22
"The power sector’s high reserve margin, capacity payment obligations, and reliance on imported fossil fuels have weakened the #Bangladesh Power Development Board’s (BPDB) financial strength." writes Shafiqul Alam. #Views #Opinion thedailystar.net/news/why-th…

Why the next government must put power sector reform first

The power sector’s high reserve margin, capacity payment obligations, and reliance on imported fossil fuels have weakened the Bangladesh Power Development Board’s (BPDB) financial strength.

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MizanurKhan@mizanurk20 Dec 2025
#Bangladesh cuts fuel imports by US$3.3b through energy efficiency gains 👍- goo.gl/alerts/MXuCWM #GoogleAlerts
Bangladesh cuts fuel imports by US$3.3b through energy efficiency gains

Bangladesh cuts fuel imports by US$3.3b through energy efficiency gains

Bangladesh’s improvements in energy efficiency helped avoid about US$3.3b in fossil fuel imports in the 2023–24 financial year, according to the Institute for E

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"Energy efficiency gains are already translating into tangible economic benefits for 🇧🇩 ," said @Shafiqson, lead energy analyst for Bangladesh at @ieefa_institute." Find out more👇 tbsnews.net/bangladesh/energ…
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🇧🇩Bangladesh’s power sector is 65% import-dependent, exposing it to currency swings & supply shocks. The result: load-shedding, high costs & reliance on fossil fuels. Path forward lies in clean energy, efficiency, & reduced fossil fuel reliance-@Shafiqson. tinyurl.com/bdzcs6ft
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🌍At the Energy Talk held in Chattogram, Bangladesh @IEEFA_institute’s @Shafiqson shared insights with 200+ young participants on Bangladesh’s #energy future. Key takeaways: ⚡Cut #fossilfuel dependence 🌞Scale #renewables 💡Boost #energyefficiency 🤝Ensure a #justtransition
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A clear energy transition roadmap could save Bangladesh’s import bills. At a recent roundtable, @Shafiqson warned: ⚡Country’s gas reserves to hit new lows 2025 ☀️Rooftop solar capacity of 2,000MW could save up to US$1 bn per annum ⚠️Policy gaps risk prolonging energy crisis
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Bangladesh’s rooftop solar ambitions face tight deadlines and systemic challenges #Bangladesh #solarpower #renewables #energy #bno intellinews.com/bangladesh-s…
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☀️Bangladesh has set a bold target: 3,000MW of rooftop solar by Dec 2025. A study by @Shafiqson finds that the target is challenged by limited rooftop potential, insufficient EPC capacity, financing hurdles & maintenance risks. 📑 Report: tinyurl.com/y2cn3sa8
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“Cost of renewable energy is falling in Bangladesh. With govt land allocation & competitive bidding including transmission cost coverage tariffs could drop significantly. Special Economic Zones could also host large-scale solar projects,”- @Shafiqson tinyurl.com/4c2x7ujv
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📊IEEFA Power Lines: Bangladesh has 1,559MW of installed RE as of April 2025, but aims for 5,851MW by 2030 & 16,506MW by 2040. To hit these goals, annual clean energy investment must rise 4–6x. From US$238 million/yr to up to US$1.46 billion/yr.📌Stay tuned for visuals next Wed.
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Saur Energy@Saur_energy25 Jun 2025
#Bangladesh must attract significant private sector #investment to meet its #renewableenergy targets, with financing needs expected to rise to nearly US$1 billion annually by 2030 and up to US$1.46 billion per year by 2040: #IEEFA. @IEEFA_Europe saurenergy.com/solar-energy-…

Private Capital Vital for Bangladesh’s RE Energy Goals: IEEFA

Bangladesh must attract significant private sector investment to meet its renewable energy targets, a latest IEEFA report said.

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🇧🇩Bangladesh needs up to $980M/yr till 2030 & $1.46B/yr after to meet RE goals, says new report by @Shafiqson & @labanyajena1 . Challenges: Policy shifts, land & currency risks Fixes: Green finance, duty cuts, credit guarantees. 📘Report: tinyurl.com/nxstyvk3
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