Press Release
September 11, 2026
- Global Environment
Bangladesh-Japan Environmental Cooperation Forum
The Ministry of the Environment (MOE) of Japan, and the Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Climate Change of Bangladesh will jointly host the “Bangladesh-Japan Environmental Cooperation Forum” in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on October 27, 2026. The forum will be co-organized by the Overseas Environmental Cooperation Center, Japan (OECC), and the Joint Crediting Mechanism Implementation Agency, designated by the Government of Japan (JCMA).
The morning program will feature a session entitled “Key Environmental Challenges, Collaboration Needs in Bangladesh and Japan's Environmental Cooperation Frameworks.” Based on the Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of the Environment of Japan and the Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Climate Change of Bangladesh on Environment, the session will aim to further strengthen bilateral environmental cooperation and deepen mutual understanding of the key environmental challenges and issues facing Bangladesh. It will also introduce specific initiatives and efforts undertaken by Japan that could contribute to addressing these challenges.
In the afternoon, the forum will feature “Accelerating JCM Implementation and Project Development in Bangladesh,” a session focused on the latest developments in JCM implementation. The session will share the latest updates on JCM projects in Bangladesh and introduce relevant case studies. It will also deepen participants’ understanding of Bangladesh’s carbon market-related policies and frameworks, with a view to facilitating the development and promotion of JCM projects in Bangladesh.
Advance registration is required to participate in the forum. Please see below for details.
The morning program will feature a session entitled “Key Environmental Challenges, Collaboration Needs in Bangladesh and Japan's Environmental Cooperation Frameworks.” Based on the Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of the Environment of Japan and the Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Climate Change of Bangladesh on Environment, the session will aim to further strengthen bilateral environmental cooperation and deepen mutual understanding of the key environmental challenges and issues facing Bangladesh. It will also introduce specific initiatives and efforts undertaken by Japan that could contribute to addressing these challenges.
In the afternoon, the forum will feature “Accelerating JCM Implementation and Project Development in Bangladesh,” a session focused on the latest developments in JCM implementation. The session will share the latest updates on JCM projects in Bangladesh and introduce relevant case studies. It will also deepen participants’ understanding of Bangladesh’s carbon market-related policies and frameworks, with a view to facilitating the development and promotion of JCM projects in Bangladesh.
Advance registration is required to participate in the forum. Please see below for details.
Forum Overview
● Date and time: October 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Bangladesh Standard Time)
● Venue: Department of Environment, Dhaka, Bangladesh
● Format: Hybrid (in-person and online)
● Language: English
● Participation fee: Free
Program
Key Environmental Challenges, Collaboration Needs in Bangladesh and Japan's Environmental Cooperation Frameworks
※Please note that the programme and speakers are subject to change.
Accelerating JCM Implementation and Project Development in Bangladesh
※Please note that the programme and speakers are subject to change.
| Time | Programme and speakers |
| 09:30–10:00 | Registration |
| 10:00-10:30 | Opening Remarks ・MoEFCC ・MOEJ etc |
| 10:30-10:50 | Photo Session and Coffee Break |
| 10:50-11:15 Q&A 5 min |
Background and expectation on the cooperation in alignment with the Memorandum of Cooperation between MoEFCC and MOEJ Presenter: MoEFCC |
| 11:15-11:50 | Japan’s Environmental Cooperation Frameworks for Addressing Key Environmental Challenges in Bangladesh ・Introduction (5min) Presenter: MOEJ Presentations from Japanese companies ・Mitigation and adaptation to climate change (Leak Detection and Repair: LDAR) (10min) Presenter: Sumitomo Corporation ・Wastewater treatment (10min) Presenter: Daiki Axis ・Waste plastic management (10min) Presenter: Green & Blue Planet Solutions |
| 11:50-12:05 | Presentation by Bangladesh Institute/Organization Presenter: Bangladesh Bondhu Foundation |
| 12:05-12:20 | Presentation by Bangladesh Institute/Organization Presenter: Infrastructure Development Company Limited (IDCOL) |
| 12:20-12:50 | Interactive Session Presenter: Above presenters from Bangladesh and Japan |
Accelerating JCM Implementation and Project Development in Bangladesh
| Time | Programme and speakers |
| 13:30-14:00 | Registration (for Participants Joining from Section 2 Only) |
| 14:00-14:10 | Opening Remarks ・ DOE ・ MOEJ |
| 14:10-14:20 | Latest trends and updates on the JCM Presenter: MOEJ |
| 14:20-14:40 | Bangladesh’s Carbon Market Framework and Procedures for the JCM and International Carbon Markets ・ Carbon Market Framework and related decisions ・ JCM Rules and Guidelines ・ Relation and Procedures between the A6 National Governing Board and the JCM Joint Committee ・ Authorization Procedures ・ Corresponding Adjustment Requirements and Procedures Presenter: DOE |
| 14:40-14:50 | From Project Idea to ITMO Authorization: JCM Application Criteria, NDC Considerations, and Authorization Letter Preparation Presenter: JCMA |
| 14:50-15:10 | Q&A |
| 15:10-15:20 | Coffee Break |
| 15:20-15:30 | Capacity building for Article 6 of the Paris Agreement Presenter: A6IP Center / IGES |
| 15:30-15:40 | JCM project experiences and potential future project opportunities (Japan’s Presentation) Presenter: OECC |
| 15:40-15:50 | (1) Waste to Energy: Chattogram Waste-to-Energy Project -A Promising JCM Opportunity for Waste Management, Renewable Energy and Climate Action- Presenter: JFE Engineering Corporation |
| 15:50-16:00 | (2) ADB (JFJCM) Project: Southwest Transmission Grid Expansion Project - Energy efficient transmission lines in Bangladesh - Success Stories, Lessons Learnt and Experience Sharing Presenter: Power Grid Bangladesh PLC (PGB) |
| 16:00-16:10 | (3) Agrivoltaics: Solar Sharing for Bangladesh: The Water Lily Project Presenter: TERRA Co.Ltd. |
| 16:10-16:30 | Overall Q&A |
| 16:30-17:30 | Networking |
Organizers
- Ministry of the Environment (MOE) of Japan
- Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Climate Change of Bangladesh
Co-Organizers
- Overseas Environmental Cooperation Center, Japan (OECC)
- Paris Agreement Article 6 Implementation Partnership (A6IP) Center, Institute of Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)
Cooperation
- The Joint Crediting Mechanism Implementation Agency, designated by the Government of Japan (JCMA)
Target Participants
- Japanese and Bangladeshi companies, project developers, and related organizations interested in the JCM and carbon markets
Forum Details and Registration
For further details and registration, please refer to the website from the link below.
Registration form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/6cpLAYXhwa
Registration deadline:
Registration form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/6cpLAYXhwa
Registration deadline:
- In-person registration closed on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. (Japan Standard Time).
- Online registration will be available until noon on Monday, October 19.
Inquiries:
Overseas Environmental Cooperation Center, Japan (OECC)
Contacts: Tohze, Watanabe, Takagi, Taga
Email: jcm-consulting@oecc.or.jp
※The red text was revised on September 14, October 9, 15, 16 and 22, 2026.
Contacts: Tohze, Watanabe, Takagi, Taga
Email: jcm-consulting@oecc.or.jp
※The red text was revised on September 14, October 9, 15, 16 and 22, 2026.