At CES, we believe that sustainability is not merely an environmental ideal — it is a strategic engineering, economic, and social priority. As Bangladesh confronts the challenges of rapid urbanization, climate change, and resource scarcity, CES is committed to delivering impactful solutions that drive sustainable development across sectors.

Our approach is firmly aligned with Bangladesh’s national priorities — including Vision 2041, Delta Plan 2100, and the Perspective Plan 2021–2041 — as well as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through education, applied research, professional training, and stakeholder engagement, we strive to translate sustainability concepts into real-world impact.

Applied Research & Technical Consulting

CES mobilizes the expertise of its interdisciplinary faculty, researchers, and students to provide evidence-based solutions and consulting services in areas such as:

• Design and optimization of renewable energy systems (solar PV, biomass, hybrid)
• Performance evaluation and retrofitting of green buildings and sustainable housing
• Planning and design of climate-resilient infrastructure in vulnerable regions
• Energy audits and benchmarking for industrial and commercial clients
• Integrated waste and water resource management for sustainable urban ecosystems

Training & Capacity Building

To promote nationwide capacity for sustainability transitions, CES is eager to organize training programs, certification courses, and workshops tailored to professionals, students, and community stakeholders. Core topics include:

• Energy conservation and efficiency techniques in the industrial and building sectors
• Design, installation, and maintenance of solar PV systems
• Use of sustainable construction materials and resource-efficient practices
• Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and mitigation planning
• Introduction to circular economy principles and life-cycle assessment (LCA)

Our goal is to equip learners with both theoretical insights and practical skills to drive sustainable transformation.

Stakeholder Engagement

CES wants to bridge between academia, industry, government, and civil society to co-create solutions for sustainability. Our engagement ecosystem includes:

• Government agencies such as SREDA, DOE, LGED, and Power Division
• Local communities and NGOs, especially in climate-vulnerable regions
• Industry partners and MSMEs seeking energy and resource optimization
• International development organizations, including World Bank, UNDP, GIZ, ADB, and others

We promote a collaborative model of sustainability that integrates technical rigor with participatory decision-making.

Our Key Focus Areas

CES prioritizes sustainability across the full energy-environment-development nexus:

• Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Biomass)
• Energy Efficiency & System Optimization
• Green Buildings & Sustainable Construction
• Climate Adaptation & Resilient Design
• Environmental Monitoring & Risk Assessment
• Water-Energy Nexus & Resource Recovery
• Industrial Decarbonization & Emission Control

Join the Movement

Whether you are a faculty researcher, an engineering student, a policymaker, or a development partner — CES invites you to become part of our sustainability mission:

• Contact us: director.ces@aust.edu
• Explore our training programs, toolkits, and impact case studies
• Collaborate with us on projects, research, and pilot initiatives
• Contribute to Bangladesh’s transition toward a low-carbon, inclusive, and resilient future