Conference on Inclusive Community Energy Resilience in Bangladesh 23 to 24 April 2019 Dhaka, Bangladesh Smart grids, along with its component technologies, are increasingly becoming an important focus of the ADB energy portfolio in Bangladesh. This conference will serve as a platform to share information on international experience relevant to Bangladesh--these include examples, case studies, implementation roadmaps, frameworks, and strategies. The policy and regulatory environment required to foster low-carbon energy transition, leapfrog with smarter and inclusive technology solutions will be discussed as well. Similarly, sessions will address capacity development and business models for community uptake of new technology. This conference is aligned with ADB's initiative to integrate high-technology in projects and aims to introduce innovation; improve service delivery, efficiency, and productivity; address climate mitigation; enhance system resilience; and create market opportunities towards inclusive development. Program and Learning Materials 23 April 2019 24 April 2019 Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) Opening Session Welcome Remarks Manmohan Parkash Opening Session Remarks by Special Guests Mohammed Shafiqullah, Mahmood Malik, Tawfiq-e-Elahi Chowdhury Opening Session Vote of Thanks Priyantha Wijayatunga Session 1: Smart Grid Innovation in the Sub-Region and Learnings for Bangladesh Smart Grid Innovation in the Sub-region and Learnings for Bangladesh - Energy Efficiency Services Limited Under the Pay As You Save (PAYS) business model, performance is often guaranteed while failures are guaranteed. Learn how this no upfront investment… Vineet Taneja Session 1: Smart Grid Innovation in the Sub-Region and Learnings for Bangladesh Smart Grid Innovation in the Sub-region and Learnings for Bangladesh Smart grids are said to improve asset utilization efficiency, while lowering operation and maintenance cost as well as cost of investment. Learn more… Noor Mohammad Session 2: Power Sector Policy and Planning - Implications for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board: Policy and Planning The Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board (BREB) aims to offer reliable and quality electricity to the people of Bangladesh at an affordable cost… Zafar Sadeque Session 2: Power Sector Policy and Planning - Implications for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Power Sector Policy and Planning: Implication for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Learn more about the status of electricity generation from renewable energy in Bangladesh, and how its progress helps in promoting poverty reduction… Mohammad Alauddin Session 2: Power Sector Policy and Planning - Implications for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion Greening the Energy Sector of Bangladesh Bangladesh takes pride of its efforts in leaning towards energy efficiency and sustainability. In 2014, the government set up the Sustainable and… Siddique Zobair Session 2: Power Sector Policy and Planning - Implications for Poverty Reduction and Social Inclusion National Policies in the Energy Sector and Their Gender Features The government of Bangladesh shows commitment to gender equity issues, which is reflected in its various policies and serving as a signatory to many… Nasheeba Selim Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts Setting the Context South Asia’s energy poverty affects low-income and disadvantaged groups. Learn more about the Gender Equality, Social Inclusion, and Energy Framework… Francesco Tornieri Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts Grameen Shakti: GESI in Practice Grameen Shakti (GS) was established in 1996 as a not-for-profit company by Nobel Laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus. Learn how the company helps provide… Sohel Ahmed Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts GESI Mainstreaming and ADB’s Bangladesh Resident Mission Energy Portfolio This presentation gives a snapshot of the GESI elements in ADB’s energy portfolio in Bangladesh. Nazmun Nahar Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts Socially Inclusive Development Through Off-grid Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems This presentation discusses Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) water pumping system, a reliable and clean energy solution to address the energy-water-food… Yoojung Jang Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts Dhiffushi Solar Ice Project Learn more about this solar-powered utility in the Republic of Maldives that helps operate an ice plant and raise fund for community development… Ahmed Ali Session 3: GESI Integrated Energy Programs and Impacts Gender Mainstreaming in ADB’s Energy Projects in Nepal In Nepal, ADB promotes gender equality together with social inclusion. Check out how ADB has mainstreamed gender equality in its energy projects in… Pushkar Manandhar Session 4: Community Energy Resilience - Framing the Issues and Identifying Social Metrics Community Energy Resilience: Framing the Issues and Identifying Social Metrics This presentation shares the key factors related to extreme weather conditions that impact on the distribution grid and rural electrification and the… Ashok Kumar Ghosh Session 4: Community Energy Resilience - Framing the Issues and Identifying Social Metrics Community Energy Resilience: UNDP RR Perspectives and RE case studies This presentation shares how risk reduction can be integrated into the Sustainable Development Goals platform. Md. Taibur Rahman Session 4: Community Energy Resilience - Framing the Issues and Identifying Social Metrics Impacts of Extreme Weather Events on Bangladesh Economy The level of Gross Domestic Product of Bangladesh has understandably been reduced following the occurrence of these devastating natural calamities… Sharmind Neelormi Session 4: Community Energy Resilience - Framing the Issues and Identifying Social Metrics Maps Matter: Approaching Resilience through Spatial Risk Analysis Development interventions should not be ‘blind’ to disaster risk and climate change. Check out how maps can help reduce hazards and risks. Erik Kjaergaard Session 5: Blockchain Driven Community Energy Blockchain Driven Community Energy Blockchain technology can help developing countries in the Asia-Pacific to leapfrog in the development of their energy sectors. Blockchain empowers… Greg Adamson Summary of Day 1 Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) Keynote Address Inclusive Community Energy Resilience in Bangladesh Overall, energy consumption is shifting away from OECD countries to Asia dominated by the People's Republic of China, India, and Southeast Asia. Yet,… Priyantha Wijayatunga Session 6: Project Beneficiaries Rehana Ferdous, Shakera Begum, Afroza Akhtar Session 7: Smart Grid, Smart Workforce - Women in STEM and the Power Sector Women in STEM Celia Shahnaz, Md. Shahriar Ahmed Chowdhury, Prathaj Haputhanthri Session 7: Smart Grid, Smart Workforce - Women in STEM and the Power Sector Women in Power Sector Women are rising in the power sector. This presentation presents relevant statistics and cases that prove that women are now taking significant roles… Francesco Tornieri Session 8: Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake (IDCOL) Learn more about IDCOL, a development financial institution owned by the Bangladesh government, and check out how it operates in infrastructure and… Kazi Ahsan Uddin Session 8: Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake The Role of BWCCI in Promoting Women’s Participation in the Energy Sector as Entrepreneurs in the Marketing of Emerging and Innovative Technologies ADB and BWCCI have started their journey since September 2010. In line with this, with the technical and financial assistance of the Asian… Selima Ahmad Session 8: Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake Gender Diversity and Equality Realities of the Industry and the Private Sector in Bangladesh Gender and Ethnic Diversity brings in enterprise experience, skills, approaches, talents, innovation. Workplace diversity initiatives improve… Nuher Latif Khan Session 8: Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake The Future of Energy Starts in Bangladesh This presentation discusses the opportunities under the energy sector that await Bangladesh. Sebastian Groh Session 8: Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake Business Models to Promote Community Technology Uptake Learn more about Rahimafrooz Renewable Energy Ltd., and its products and services that address energy resilience and gender equity. 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