Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury
Avoiding mosquito bites key to dengue prevention
This year, even before the monsoon season officially began, the situation regarding dengue fever, carried by Aedes mosquitoes, is showing alarming signs across the country. Everyday, countless people are rushing to hospitals due to dengue fever. Climate change, rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and unplanned urbanization are all contributing to the increased risk of dengue.
Environment minister stresses tangible action to tackle climate change effects
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has emphasised the urgent need of tangible actions, instead of mere words and pledges, to tackle the effects of climate change and preserve cryosphere.
Bangladesh needs $876b to mitigate climate change: Minister
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has said that Bangladesh needs $876 billion to implement its ambitious climate action plans and that is why international cooperation is crucial in this regard.
Urban afforestation project will be implemented in Dhaka: Saber Hossain
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has declared the initiation of the Urban Afforestation Project (UAP) in Dhaka with the goal of ensuring a tolerable temperature.
20-year-old buses must be withdrawn from city streets: Saber Hossain
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today said 20-year old buses, which have exceeded their economic life, should be withdrawn from the city streets aiming to check air pollution.