Bangladesh needs $534 billion to tackle climate change by 2050: Environment Minister

Minister for Environment, Forests and Climate Change Saber Hossain Chowdhury said on Tuesday that Bangladesh needs $534 billion to tackle climate change by 2050 and that international financial support is essential for implementing climate plans.

Minister Saber said this while speaking at the National Adaptation Plan Expo 2024, focusing on the progress of Bangladesh’s national climate plans.

The session, held in Dhaka, marked a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s commitment to tackle climate change and build its resilience.

He said Bangladesh is committed to working with international partners to build climate resilience.

The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing climate adaptation efforts and ensuring a sustainable future for all citizens.

He stressed the importance of proactive measures, joint efforts and innovative solutions in adapting to the challenges of climate change.

During his speech, the minister highlighted Bangladesh’s significant progress in developing and implementing national climate plans, demonstrating the country’s leadership in climate adaptation on a global scale.

Chaired by the sectarian of the ministry, Dr. Farhina Ahmed, Malik Fida A Khan, Executive Director of CEGIS; AKM Sohel, Additional Secretary, ERD, and Chairman, International Climate Finance Cell; Kenel DELUSCA, ITAP member, Green Climate Fund and Dr. M. Asaduzaman, a climate specialist, as a panelist, discussed challenges, opportunities and lessons learned in formulating and implementing NAPs in Bangladesh.

Dharitri Kumar Sarkar, Assistant Secretary, MoEFCC and Mirza Shawkat Ali, Director, Climate Change & International Convention, DoE presented Bangladesh National Adaptation Plan 2023-2050.