The School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, in collaboration with BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH), the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), and the BSRM School of Engineering, recently hosted a consultation meeting titled "Exploring Bangladesh's Green Transition: Decarbonization in the Pharmaceutical Industry" at BRAC University. The event brought together industry experts, policymakers, and researchers for an engaging discussion on the future of decarbonisation and renewable energy in Bangladesh's pharmaceutical sector.

Dr Raeed Jamiruddin, Principal Investigator and Associate Professor, opened the session with an overview of the project's objectives. Professor Atonu Rabbani shared findings on a previous energy transition project, while Dr Raeed and Amal Chowdhury presented the Rx-RET project, which explores carbon emission mitigation and the feasibility of renewable energy in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

A panel discussion, moderated by Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, Dean of the BSRM School of Engineering, brought together key industry stakeholders for an insightful exchange of ideas. The panel featured Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice Chancellor, BRAC University; Shafiqul Alam, Energy Lead at IEEFA Bangladesh; Dr Md Akter Hossain, Director at the Directorate General of Drug Administration (DGDA); Syed Ishtiaque Ahmed, Director of Innovation and Engineering at ME SOLshare Ltd.; Raden Siddique, Founder and Director of Future Carbon Ltd.; Engr Sharafat Ali, Executive Director at Incepta; and Faruq Ahmed Jewel, Component Lead for Smart Bangladesh under the EDGE Project at the ICT Division.

Dr Md Akter Hossain emphasised, "Decarbonisation efforts must align with regulatory changes and industrial growth to ensure a sustainable pharmaceutical sector in Bangladesh."

Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar highlighted, "A sustainable transition in pharmaceuticals must integrate energy-efficient production methods and renewable energy solutions to remain competitive globally."

The event highlighted Bangladesh's pharmaceutical sector's commitment to decarbonisation, aligning with global sustainability goals. Participants acknowledged the significance of clean energy adoption and emphasised collaborative action for a greener future.