Bangladesh Tackles Energy Crisis with Hybrid Education; Tax Relief for E-Buses for Schools

Bangladesh, facing an energy crisis due to the Middle East conflict, is launching a hybrid education system combining virtual and physical classes starting next week. This is a government initiative to reduce energy consumption by minimizing the use of physical resources in schools. With a population of around 170 million, Bangladesh imports 95% of its oil and gas, mostly from the Middle East, making it highly vulnerable to supply disruptions. Additionally, the government has announced tax exemptions on electric buses purchased for schools to encourage sustainable transport and reduce oil dependency. This approach highlights how energy crises can impact everyday institutions like education and prompt policy shifts toward green solutions, indirectly affecting economic sectors tied to energy and transport.

• Bangladesh combats Middle East-driven energy crisis with hybrid schooling and e-bus tax relief for schools.