Environment & Nature

PM urges global leaders to turn climate pledges into action
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman spoke at a session titled "Climate Leadership in a Shifting Global Landscape" at the WEF's 17th Annual Meeting held in Dalian, China. Photo: PMO

PM urges global leaders to turn climate pledges into action

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today called upon the leaders around the world to deliver on their commitments for the millions whose lives are at stake due to climate change. &...

 Jun. 23
Bangladesh eyes $1b carbon gains from 25 crore trees

Bangladesh eyes $1b carbon gains from 25 crore trees

Bangladesh can earn nearly US$ 1 billion annually from the sale of carbon credits to be generated through the nationwide 25 crore tree plantation programme announced by the incumbent government, according to a government report.On June 13 last, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman forma...

 Jun. 23

Dhaka's air turns unhealthy for sensitive groups

Dhaka's air turns unhealthy for sensitive groups Dhaka ranked 8th among the world’s most polluted cities on Tuesday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 123 at 09:40 am.The air quality was classified as ‘U...

Jun. 23

Dhaka 2nd among world’s most polluted cities

Dhaka 2nd among world’s most polluted cities Dhaka jointly with Jakarta of Indonesia has ranked second on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality, with an identical AQI index of 167 at 8:45am on Monday.Dhaka&#...

Jun. 22