GreenTech Foundation Bangladesh, a non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering green innovations and sustainable development, arranged a seminar as part of its Innovation Series.
The seminar titled “Green Innovation for Sustainable Development in Bangladesh” was held recently at the Cityscape Lifestyle Premier Lounge in Dhaka recently.
The seminar focused on creating an effective ecosystem to support and develop green innovations and business ideas that can contribute to the sustainable growth and development of the country.
Planning Minister MA Mannan attended the seminar as the chief guest, while scientist from the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission Dr. Sopan Das presented the keynote speech.
Moderated by consultant of UNICEF & Inclusive Business Expert Jamal Uddin, founder & executive director of GreenTech Foundation Lutfor Rahman delivered the welcome speech.
MA Mannan said that such initiative exemplifies the government’s commitment to a greener and more prosperous Bangladesh.
In his keynote presentation, Dr. Sopan Das showcased his groundbreaking invention, the ‘Radon Thoron Discriminative Detector’, a revolutionary device capable of detecting both radon and thoron gases separately in the air. As these gases are known to be significant causes of lung cancer, this innovative detector holds the potential to reduce the number of lung cancer patients and make substantial progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 3) - Good Health and Well-being.
Dr. Sopan Das was awarded ‘Green Innovation Award-2023’ for his unique innovation at the seminar.
Panel speakers of the seminar discussed on how businesses, financial institutions, and governments can collaborate to foster sustainable practices and encourage green innovations to flourish.
The seminar witnessed active participation from a diverse audience comprising government officials, industry leaders, researchers, and enthusiasts, all united in their commitment to driving sustainable growth and environmental responsibility in Bangladesh. The event provided an excellent platform for networking, exchanging ideas, and forming collaborative partnerships to accelerate the green innovation landscape in the country.
GreenTech Foundation Bangladesh remains steadfast in its mission to promote sustainable practices and empower innovators who are working towards building a greener and healthier future for Bangladesh.
The seminar marked a significant milestone in their ongoing efforts and set a positive precedent for future endeavors.
