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Today, CED-BRAC University hosted a policy dialogue on “Renewable Energy Adoption in Bangladesh’s RMG Sector” in Dhaka.T...
19/05/2026

Today, CED-BRAC University hosted a policy dialogue on “Renewable Energy Adoption in Bangladesh’s RMG Sector” in Dhaka.

The dialogue presented findings from a survey of 878 RMG factories in Gazipur and Narayanganj. The study explored industrial energy consumption patterns, renewable energy adoption status, emissions profiles, rooftop solar potential, implementation challenges, and policy and financing opportunities.

We were honoured to have Mr. Iqbal Hassan Mahmood, MP, Honourable Minister, Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, Government of Bangladesh as the Chief Guest. Mr. Nahian Rahman Rochi, Executive Member, Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) joined as the Special Guest. The session was chaired by Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, Pro Vice-Chancellor, BRACU, while Professor Muhammad Mujibul Haque, Dean, BRAC Business School, BRACU delivered the Opening Remarks.

The dialogue brought together policymakers, industry leaders, factory owners, RE experts, development partners, academicians, journalists, and financial/ investment stakeholders. Representatives from the Ministry, BIDA, SREDA, BGMEA, BKMEA, and development agencies actively participated in the discussion.

A key message strongly emerged from the dialogue: Bangladesh’s RMG sector now requires stronger policy-level support and coordinated institutional action to accelerate renewable energy adoption and industrial decarbonization.

As global sustainability expectations continue to evolve, the sector is increasingly facing new realities linked to carbon accountability, responsible sourcing, EU due diligence requirements, and changing buyer-supplier dynamics. These challenges are becoming particularly important for SMEs within the industry.

During the session, the Honourable Minister highly appreciated MiB’s transparency initiatives and the policy research conducted by CED-BRAC University through the MiB project. He emphasized that the findings are timely and important for understanding the sector’s current challenges and identifying immediate actions required from policymakers and relevant institutions.

The event remained highly interactive throughout. The Honourable Minister directly engaged with industry leaders and participants in open discussion, listened to sector-level concerns, and exchanged views on practical pathways for improving energy efficiency and expanding solar-based renewable energy solutions within Bangladesh’s industrial sector.

The discussion once again demonstrated the importance of evidence-based research, industry-academia collaboration, and multi-stakeholder engagement in shaping Bangladesh’s sustainable industrial future.

The Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) at BRAC University was honored to facilitate a two-day workshop for th...
19/05/2026

The Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) at BRAC University was honored to facilitate a two-day workshop for the selected participants of the “Business Plan Competition 2026” organized by the SME Foundation on 13–14 May 2026.

From 1,129 applications submitted from across the country, 74 promising business plans were selected to advance to the next stage of the competition. Through this workshop, participants received hands-on guidance on completing comprehensive business plan templates and strengthening their entrepreneurial ideas into structured and scalable ventures.

At CED, we are deeply grateful to the SME Foundation for entrusting us with the opportunity to contribute to this important initiative. We highly appreciate the SME Foundation’s continuous efforts in fostering entrepreneurship, supporting emerging businesses, and creating opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs across Bangladesh.

It was a privilege for our team to engage with such passionate and innovative entrepreneurs, and we look forward to seeing many of these ideas grow into impactful ventures in the future.

Today, we successfully concluded the first-ever Professional Certificate Course on Agribusiness Brand Mastery, organized...
17/05/2026

Today, we successfully concluded the first-ever Professional Certificate Course on Agribusiness Brand Mastery, organized jointly by CED-BRAC University and Succedo Ventures Ltd.

This marks the beginning of a new collaboration aimed at strengthening professional capacity in Bangladesh’s agribusiness sector.

The two-day training brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, and business practitioners who are working to strengthen branding and market positioning in the agribusiness industry.

Throughout the sessions, participants explored topics such as brand positioning, data-driven marketing, digital transformation, consumer trust, and integrated brand communication.

The discussions were highly interactive and enriched by valuable insights from experienced industry experts and academics.

The program ended with a certificate giving ceremony, where participants received the recognition of their successful completion of the course.

The closing session reflected the enthusiasm, engagement, and learning shared over the last two days.

A sincere thanks to all resource persons, participants, and partners for making this initiative meaningful and impactful.

CED-BRAC University is thereby committed to create more industry-academia learning platforms that support professional growth and practical skill development.

More exciting courses and learning opportunities in the agribusiness sector are coming in the months ahead. Stay connected.

Following intensive data collection and questionnaire training for enumerators, we officially launched our field survey ...
13/05/2026

Following intensive data collection and questionnaire training for enumerators, we officially launched our field survey for the “Geo-Mapping of Industrial Clusters Along the Meghna River"—a key component of the SAIDABAD Project. This initiative is being implemented by Dhaka WASA in strategic partnership with the Department of Environment. The training covered technical environmental data collection, ETP assessment, water abstraction, discharge point verification, and environmental compliance-related questions.

Our team from CED-BRAC University, together with GIZ Bangladesh and the Department of Environment (DoE), visited a printing factory in Narsingdi with coordination support from the DoE Narsingdi office.

The visit provided enumerators and researchers practical exposure to wastewater management systems, ETP operations, industrial discharge pathways, environmental compliance documentation, and field-based environmental observation techniques in real industrial settings before full-scale field deployment begins.

12/05/2026

🎤 Voices of Celebration at BRAC University! 🎉

As part of the 15 Years Celebration of the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), BRAC University, we organized an exciting Vox Pop session across the BRAC University campus!

🎥 Let’s hear from the BRACU Students and see how they participated in this special celebration!

What a session! 👏 We had a full house at BRAC University today for our Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 Info Session and ...
10/05/2026

What a session! 👏 We had a full house at BRAC University today for our Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 Info Session and the energy in the room said it all.

A huge thank you to Dr. KM Hasan Ripon, Managing Director, GEN Bangladesh, for leading an incredibly insightful session and inspiring our students to think bigger. 🙌

A special shoutout to the BRAC University Entrepreneurship Development Forum for helping us organize and spreading the word around🤝

If you missed it, don't worry, the opportunity is still open. Apply for EWC 2026 and represent BRAC University on the global stage.

🗓️ Application Deadline: 31st May 2026

Apply 👉 https://entrepreneurshipworldcup.com/apply-form/

Building the Next Generation of Green Entrepreneurs🌱 From Learning to Leading: Building the Next Generation of Green Ent...
07/05/2026

Building the Next Generation of Green Entrepreneurs

🌱 From Learning to Leading: Building the Next Generation of Green Entrepreneurs

From 26th to 30th April 2026, the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) delivered an intensive 5-day training program under the Empower Phase 2 initiative—bringing together ambition, innovation, and sustainability.

This was not just a training. It was a hands-on journey where participants explored how ideas can turn into real businesses, especially in the growing field of renewable energy.

🔍 What made this program different?
Participants didn’t just learn what to do they learned how it works in the real world:

- Identifying market opportunities from everyday problems
- Designing business models using Lean Canvas
- Understanding the financial side of entrepreneurship
- Exploring solar energy, biogas, and sustainable technologies
- Learning how clean energy can reduce costs and drive business growth

💡 Most importantly, the program bridged a critical gap helping participants understand what it actually takes to grow a business, including real-world expectations, challenges, and pathways to financial inclusion.

🎓 We were honoured to have Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice-Chancellor, BRAC University, Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, Pro Vice-Chancellor, BRAC University, Professor Mohammad Mujibul Haque, Dean, BRAC Business School, and Ms. Afshana Choudhury, Head, Centre for Entrepreneurship Development as well as representative from BRAC Bank, supporting financial inclusion and enabling access to finance for emerging entrepreneurs

🚀 The outcome?
A group of motivated individuals who are no longer just thinking about business but are now equipped to build sustainable ventures, ready to navigate the real market, and confident to step into the world of renewable energy entrepreneurship.

Your global journey starts right here. 🌍CED is hosting an in-person Info Session on the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC)...
06/05/2026

Your global journey starts right here. 🌍

CED is hosting an in-person Info Session on the Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) 2026 — the world's largest startup pitch competition with a $1,000,000 prize pool and zero equity taken. If you have a startup idea or are already building something, this session is for you.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, 10th May 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:20 PM
📍 Venue: Room 12A-11C, 12th Floor, BRAC University, Kha 224 Pragati Sarani, Merul Badda, Dhaka 1212

Seats are limited, register by 12:00 PM, 9th May, 2026 to secure your spot.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/f3vWLemQyYoKwqqw8
See you there!

=== Agribusiness Brand Mastery ===Building strong, trusted agribusiness brands in a competitive market.Join the Agribusi...
04/05/2026

=== Agribusiness Brand Mastery ===

Building strong, trusted agribusiness brands in a competitive market.

Join the Agribusiness Brand Mastery certificate course (16–17 May) to explore data-driven marketing, brand positioning, and customer engagement strategies.

📍 BRAC University, Dhaka

For details, please scan the QR code.

=== Agribusiness Sales Leadership ===Driving sales excellence in Bangladesh’s agribusiness sector.Join our Agribusiness ...
04/05/2026

=== Agribusiness Sales Leadership ===

Driving sales excellence in Bangladesh’s agribusiness sector.

Join our Agribusiness Sales Leadership certificate course (16–17 May, 2026) — a practitioner-led workshop focused on customer-centric innovation, team leadership, and AI-powered sales strategies.

📍 BRAC University, Dhaka

For details, please scan the QR code.

Strengthening Worker Voice in the Bangladesh RMG IndustryCED-BRAC University/Mapped in Bangladesh (MiB), in collaboratio...
27/04/2026

Strengthening Worker Voice in the Bangladesh RMG Industry

CED-BRAC University/Mapped in Bangladesh (MiB), in collaboration with Issara Institute, recently organized a daylong training session on worker voice and awareness for 30 RMG factory workers in Hemayetpur, Savar on 24 April 2026.

The session focused on key workplace issues, including safety, health, sexual harassment, wages, and workers’ rights. The training created a safe space where workers openly shared their real-life experiences and discussed practical solutions.

This training is a part of the broader CED-Issara collaboration to strengthen worker voice systems and awareness among RMG workers. As part of this initiative, the Issara–CED Bangladesh Helpdesk is being managed by CED in Bangladesh. The platform is accessible through Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/IssaraCED.BDHelpdesk) along with channels such as hotline, WhatsApp, Telegram, and TikTok.

The Helpdesk has been actively supporting Bangladeshi workers in Bangladesh, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Middle East countries, ensuring stronger access to support and responsible workplace practices.

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BRAC University, Kha 224, Bir Uttam Rafiqul Islam Avenue, Merul Badda
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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:30
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Thursday 09:00 - 17:30
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