Global Week of Action Calls for No New Fossil Fuel Projects and a Rapid Shift to Renewable Energy

As part of the Global Week of Action, a human chain was held on Friday, 18 September 2026, in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka, calling for climate justice, an end to new fossil fuel projects and financing, and a rapid and just transition to renewable energy. The action was organized by 42 civil and social organizations, including Waterkeepers Bangladesh, bringing together civil society representatives, climate activists, youth, and concerned citizens to raise their voices for a safer, cleaner, and more sustainable energy future. Speakers highlighted concerns that continued dependence on fossil fuels is contributing to the climate and environmental crisis while creating risks for energy security, the economy, coastal livelihoods, and national sovereignty. They called for an immediate halt to new fossil fuel projects and related financing and urged a rapid transition towards renewable energy. The participants also called for the 10,000 MW renewable energy target by 2030 to move beyond policy commitments towards concrete implementation. They emphasized the need for a clear year-by-year roadmap, an actionable implementation plan, adequate financing, and technology transfer through equitable grants rather than loans. Held ahead of the 81st United Nations General Assembly and COP31, the action highlighted the importance of accelerating the transition towards a safe, clean, just, and sustainable energy future. No New Fossil Fuel Projects — Renewable Energy, Now.