DHAKA, May 9, 2023 (BSS) - GE, as a global company, can collaborate for sustainable development of Bangladesh's power sector, said Power Division Secretary Md Habibur Rahman.

"We are prioritizing introduction of policy interventions that can support development of clean energy infrastructure in the country and contribute towards economic growth by effectively meeting power demand in future," he said.
 
Addressing a Powering Smart Bangladesh Seminar, hosted by GE at a city hotel as the chief guest, the power secretary said the government is keen to invest in technologies, which can help Bangladesh to reduce carbon emissions quickly.

The theme of the seminar - Leading a new era of clean energy -highlighted innovative capabilities of GE's future independent energy company-GE Vernova-that will ensure flexible, affordable and reliable power for Bangladesh.
 
The GE's gas turbine having advance technology is capable to lead energy transition in Bangladesh and decarbonize further. It has more than 120 gas turbines globally. 

In a move to lead the global energy transition, GE announced in 2022 the spin-off of GE Vernova as a purpose-built business.
 
Chairman of Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) Md Mahbubur Rahman said, "Bangladesh is already a power surplus nation with 100% coverage of electricity and now our focus is to supply reliable electricity in an uninterrupted manner."

He said Bangladesh has been developing the latest technologies and digital solutions to make power infrastructure more robust. 

"GE has been collaborating with us for many years and continues to offer its services across multiple domains to uplift the energy value chain in Bangladesh. GE Vernova can also help us in meeting the Smart Bangladesh Vision in future," BPDB chairman said.

Deepesh Nanda, CEO GE Gas Power South Asia said "GE remains committed to leading a new era of clean energy in Bangladesh. Today, GE's technology is powering multiple power plants in the country and our power services are helping the power plant owners to use the fuel efficiently while generating electricity at lower cost."
He said the GE will continue to offer a comprehensive portfolio of powering solutions distinguished by its commitment to quality, productivity, cost effectiveness and safety standards.

Director General of Power Cell Engineer Mohammad Hossain, Sazzadur Rahman, Managing Director, Ashuganj Power Station Company Ltd., Jeffrey Goldmeer, Global Hydrogen Value Chain Leader, GE Power, and Deepesh Nanda, CEO, GE Gas Power South Asia shared their views.