The German Development Cooperation, through its Skills Development for Sustainable Energy Solutions project, has partnered with the Bangladesh Power Management Institute (BPMI) to train 77 engineering professionals in solar and wind energy over the past four months.
The initiative, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, aims to equip professionals in the power and energy sectors with essential skills for a sustainable future, said a press release on Monday.
Of the 77 professionals trained, 64 completed solar photovoltaics training and 13 completed wind power training.
An event titled “Just Energy Transition (JET): Opportunities and Challenges in Developing a Skilled Workforce for the Power Sector” was held in Dhaka to commemorate the achievements and discuss the pressing need for specialised skills as Bangladesh accelerates its renewable energy agenda. Representatives from government, utilities, academia, the private sector and development partners attended.
German Embassy Development Cooperation Head Ulrich Kleppmann said a successful just energy transition requires appropriate policies, investments, technologies and a skilled workforce capable of planning, operating and sustaining modern energy infrastructure. “German Development Cooperation’s collaboration with BPMI is a great example of how we are helping strengthen local institutions so they can lead and sustain capacity building for future generations,” he said.
The event featured insights from representatives of the Power Division and the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority. Discussions culminated in recommendations for BPMI to enhance its curricula and solidify its position as a premier centre for renewable energy capacity development in Bangladesh.
