Conference on Inclusive Community Energy Resilience in 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.

Energy (Pacific)

Learn more about the ADB Energy Policy, and how it is helping ADB developing member countries access reliable, adequate, and affordable energy. This presentation focuses on lending and non-lending programs of ADB on energy in the Pacific.

Energy (Pacific)

Learn more about the ADB Energy Policy, and how it is helping ADB developing member countries access reliable, adequate, and affordable energy. This presentation focuses on lending and non-lending programs of ADB on energy in the Pacific.

Aruna Wanniachchi

Dr. Aruna Kumuduni Wanniachchi was the Head of the Project Administration Unit of the Southeast Asia Energy Division of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Dr. Wanniachchi supported ADB’s energy sector operations in Southeast Asia and the GMS Regional Power Trade Coordination Committee activities. Prior to joining ADB, she worked with the Ceylon Electricity Board in Sri Lanka and served as a Technical Advisor for the United Nations Development Programme in Iraq. She has a total of 30 years of experience in the energy sector.