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Bangladesh approves 442 MW solar project with eight-hour battery storage
Bangladesh has approved a 442 MW grid-connected solar project with eight hours of battery storage at the site of a planned expansion of the Rampal coal-fired power station. The Bangladesh Power Development Board will invest BDT 25 billion ($200 million) in the project.
Oct 08, 2026
Bangladesh cuts solar equipment import taxes to 1%
Bangladesh has cut the tax burden on solar equipment imports from 17% to 1% for 180 days to support renewable energy deployment. The measure is expected to reduce project costs and accelerate the country’s push to install 4 GW of rooftop solar before next summer.
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Bangladesh introduces $0.086/kWh tariff for net-metered rooftop solar
Bangladesh has introduced a BDT 10.50 ($0.086)/kWh tariff for surplus electricity from eligible rooftop solar systems under its net-metering regime. The incentive will apply to systems installed by Feb. 28, 2027, for a three-year period.
Bangladesh mandates solar charging for millions of electric rickshaws
Bangladesh plans to require millions of battery-powered auto-rickshaws to use solar-powered charging stations as a condition of registration, aiming to reduce pressure on the electricity grid. Industry representatives say the policy could spur investment in solar charging infrastructure, create jobs and expand renewable energy, while urging the government to include net metering.
Bangladesh reinstates payment guarantees to attract renewable energy investment
Bangladesh has reinstated payment guarantees for renewable energy projects to boost investor confidence and attract local and international financing. Industry stakeholders say the move could improve project bankability, unlock new solar projects and help ease the country’s ongoing power crisis.
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Bangladesh introduces 0% tax rate for solar power sector
Bangladesh has announced a major solar energy incentive package, including a 0% tax rate for the solar power sector until 2035 and a 5% rebate on consumer solar electricity payments. The policy also removes import and other duties on key solar components to boost investment and support the country’s renewable energy targets for 2030 and 2050.
Bangladesh launches 495 MW solar tender
BPDB has launched a tender for 495 MW of grid-tied solar power projects across 10 sites in Bangladesh, with capacities ranging from 25–100 MW and full private investment required. The bid structure, which places land acquisition and financing risks on developers, has drawn investor concerns over bankability and limited project attractiveness.
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