Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET) is committed to advancing access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 7. Through research, education, and campus initiatives, RUET is fostering knowledge and solutions for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and smart energy systems.
Key Highlights
Institute of Energy & Environmental Studies (IEES): Established in 2016, IEES leads postgraduate programmes (MSc, MPhil, PhD) and research in renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy auditing, and sustainability. (iees.ruet.ac.bd)
Wind Energy Short Course: IEES organised a three-day short course on “Harnessing the Wind: Analytical, Numerical and Experimental Approaches to Wind Energy” (24–26 July 2025) with 108 participants including faculty, students, and industry professionals. (ruet.ac.bd)
Solar Energy Training: A short course on “Solar Energy: Basics and Applications” (7–9 March 2024) introduced participants to photovoltaic systems, solar thermal technology, and practical applications. (ruet.ac.bd)
Solar Energy Potential on Campus: Campus-based assessments indicate that RUET’s 153-acre campus receives an average solar radiation of 4–6.5 kWh/m² per day, highlighting significant potential for solar energy adoption on rooftops and open spaces. (research.library.mun.ca)
Research in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE): The Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering conducts research on photovoltaic systems, solar system simulators, renewable energy systems, and smart grid power control. (ipe.ruet.ac.bd)
Advanced Energy Research: RUET faculty research extends to hydrogen energy, battery systems, fuel cells, hybrid energy system optimization, and waste-to-energy conversion, demonstrating a broad commitment to clean and innovative energy solutions. (mte.ruet.ac.bd)
Student Engagement: The university actively engages students in hands-on renewable energy projects, workshops, and seminars, building practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge.
Impact and Next Steps
Through its teaching, research, and capacity-building initiatives, RUET is preparing a generation of engineers and researchers capable of designing and implementing sustainable energy solutions in Bangladesh and globally.
Future Plans Include:
On-Campus Renewable Systems: Installing and reporting on-campus renewable energy systems, such as rooftop solar PV, and publishing annual data on energy generation and renewable share.
Student-Led Renewable Projects: Expanding student-led projects in solar, wind, hybrid systems, smart grids, and energy efficiency audits of campus buildings.
Industry Collaboration: Strengthening industry collaboration to implement energy-efficient retrofits and technology transfer initiatives.
Community Outreach: Extending community outreach programmes to promote awareness and adoption of affordable clean energy solutions in the Rajshahi region.