Ambassador of Denmark to Bangladesh Christian Brix M酶ller on Thursday reiterated Denmark鈥檚 commitment to supporting Bangladesh鈥檚 green transition.
鈥楾o build a credible and effective carbon market, it will require strong institutions, clear policies, and collaboration among government, the private sector, civil society, and international partners. It鈥檚 an important step towards turning these discussions into action,鈥� he said.
The ambassador made remarks while speaking at a dialogue titled 鈥楥limate Talk: Exploring a Robust Carbon Market in Bangladesh鈥� hosted by the embassy of Denmark at the Bay Edge Gallery in the city.
The event brought together over 80 participants, and the panel session featured representatives from the government of Bangladesh, private sector, academia, and development community to explore opportunities and challenges in developing a credible and inclusive carbon market for the country.
Ambassador M酶ller highlighted that while Bangladesh contributes less than 0.4 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, it faces some of the world鈥檚 most severe climate risks.
鈥楾his can be seen as climate injustice, but also as an opportunity for leadership and investments. With the right partnerships and policies, Bangladesh can turn climate challenges into sustainable and inclusive growth. Carbon markets can play a central role in this transformation,鈥� he said.
The event featured a keynote presentation by Shaymal Barman, consultant and carbon market specialist, who discussed the global relevance of carbon markets.
鈥楥arbon trading is not only a mechanism for reducing emissions but also a powerful tool to mobilise investment for sustainable development. For countries like Bangladesh, establishing a credible carbon market can create pathways for economic growth while meeting climate goals such as nationally determined contribution,鈥� Barman said.
Followed by a panel discussion, representatives from government, academia, and the private sector explored policy frameworks, institutional readiness, private sector engagement, and strategies to ensure transparency and credibility in the carbon market.
Participants discussed how carbon trading can drive low-carbon development, enhance corporate sustainability, and support Bangladesh鈥檚 Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement.
Mirza Shawkat Ali, director of climate change and international convention at the department of environment, emphasised Bangladesh鈥檚 critical role in global climate action.
鈥楤angladesh has the opportunity to position itself as the forerunner in climate solutions among the developing countries. Bangladesh is currently developing a carbon market framework and we hope we can attract investment, promote innovation, and ensure that climate initiatives promote low carbon development and benefits the local communities and the economy,鈥� he said.
The event ended with key takeaways that will inform future policy discussions and capacity-building initiatives, demonstrating that strong partnerships, strategic planning, and knowledge sharing can help Bangladesh transform climate challenges into sustainable economic opportunities.
