RAJSHAHI, Feb 22, 2026 (BSS)- Civil society members and community representatives have demanded that rooftop solar energy technology bedeclared a national priority to ensure Bangladesh's sustainable energy security, environmental protection, and the desired transformation of thepower sector. In contrast, rooftop solar is a clean, accessible, and comparatively low-cost solution, yet it is not receiving adequate importance at the policy-makinglevel. They further noted that rooftop solar is not just a power generation technology; it is also an effective means of establishing "energy democracy"for ordinary people. The speakers mentioned that a vast number of unused rooftops exist in both rural and urban areas. In particular, community-based solar power systems could ensure an affordable and equitable energy future for women and low-income families.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 22, 2026 08:22 UTC