Govt urges energy conservation amid Middle East geopolitical tensions

The Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources (MPEMR) has issued a nationwide directive on Thursday, urging citizens, institutions, and businesses to adopt strict energy-saving measures in response to potential disruptions in global energy supply caused by geopolitical developments in the Middle East.

The circular, signed by the Information and Public Relations officer of the MPEMR Muhammad Arif Sadeq, highlighted the urgent need to safeguard national energy security and ensure efficient use of resources.

It has called for coordinated action across households, industries, transportation, and government offices.

Regarding natural gas conservation, the government has advised households to follow efficient cooking practices and industries to adopt production planning strategies to minimize gas consumption.

The energy ministry has stressed the importance of preventing gas leakage in pipelines and commercial establishments, while urging citizens to raise awareness against unnecessary use.

To reduce dependence on petroleum, the government directive encouraged greater use of public transport and car-pooling.

Citizens are also asked to avoid or limit non-essential travel to cut down fuel consumption.

Government offices, autonomous bodies, and private institutions have been instructed to implement energy-saving practices during and after office hours.

Commercial establishments have been urged to adopt efficient energy management and avoid excessive use.

The ministry emphasized that these measures are not only critical for managing the immediate crisis but also for raising awareness about responsible energy use.

Ensuring national energy security requires the cooperation of all sectors and citizens, the circular stated.

The directive reflects Bangladesh’s proactive stance in addressing global energy challenges and underscores the importance of collective responsibility in conserving resources.

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