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Dhaka's solar boom sparked by Middle East war

Original: Bustling market in Dhaka shows shift to solar triggered by Middle East war

Markets in Dhaka, Bangladesh are reportedly experiencing a surge in demand for solar equipment as the Middle East conflict drives up fuel and energy costs, pushing households and businesses toward solar power. Reports from Bloomberg and the Japan Times describe a bustling trade in panels and batteries, signalling a rapid shift in Bangladesh's energy consumption.

Why now: Middle East conflict has raised energy import costs, accelerating Bangladesh's shift to solar power.

DhakaBangladeshBloombergJapan Times

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