Sr. Staff Reporter, Rangpur :
On the eve of World Environment Day on Tuesday, the Development of Poor Society (DOPS), Coastal Livelihood and Environmental Action Network (CLEAN), and Bangladesh Working Group on Ecology and Development (BWGED) jointly organised a diversified campaign mobilization in Rangpur City.
At the event, the organisers demanded the restoration of nature by reducing Carbon Emissions from Fossil Fuel Power Plants.
They also demanded to stop LNG imports and use as it harms the environment and economy. Implementing the Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan (MCPP) and restoring nature by reducing carbon emissions from fossil fuel power plants were among the demands.
Fossil fuel power plants significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, driving climate change and threatening ecosystems worldwide. Recognizing the urgency of this issue, DOPS, CLEAN and BWGED are spearheading efforts to transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration with CSOs, we are working towards phasing out fossil fuel dependency and embracing renewable energy alternatives.
Environmental activists of these organizations have referred to LNG Power Plants as a “Carbon Bomb” if they come to commercial operation. The LNG power plants will create a carbon bomb in the power hub areas.