Infrastructure Development Company Limited - IDCOL

Climate change is not only affecting our environment, it is also impacting the health and livelihoods of thousands of workers across Bangladesh's coastal regions.

To better understand and address these challenges, icddr,b has launched a research study titled "Climate and Occupational Health Risks among Salt Farmers in Coastal Bangladesh", with support from IDCOL's Climate Resilience Fund under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

The study will investigate the health risks faced by salt farmers due to extreme heat, prolonged exposure to saline water, intense solar radiation, and other climate-related occupational hazards. Conducted in Chakaria, Cox's Bazar, the research will engage farmers, healthcare providers, local stakeholders, and community representatives to identify practical solutions for improving worker safety, health, and resilience.

Bangladesh's salt industry supports the livelihoods of nearly 2.5 million people and employs over 40,000 workers. As climate change intensifies, generating evidence-based solutions to protect vulnerable communities is more important than ever.

Through this initiative, IDCOL remains committed to supporting research and innovation that strengthen climate resilience and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future for Bangladesh.

IDCOL organized a day-long “Refresher Training on AML/CFT Regulations and Compliance Procedure” at Amari Dhaka to enhance organizational capacity on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) compliance.

The training focused on strengthening understanding of Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing (ML & TF) risks, preventive measures, and regulatory requirements in line with the guidelines of and.

Mr. Iqtiaruddin Md. Mamun, Head of BFIU; Mr. Abu Taher Mohammad Kamrul Kabir Bhuiyan, Director, ML & TF Prevention Department, Bangladesh Bank; Mr. Alamgir Morshed, Managing Director of IDCOL; and Mr. S. M. Monirul Islam, Deputy CEO & CAMLCO of IDCOL. Other senior officials from the BFIU, Bangladesh Bank, and employees of IDCOL also participated in the program.

Expert resource persons from Bangladesh Bank, BFIU, and conducted insightful sessions on statutory AML/CFT guidelines, STR/SAR reporting, due diligence practices, and Credit-Based Money Laundering (CBML).

The program concluded with an engaging interactive discussion emphasizing stronger AML/CFT compliance practices across the financial industry.

Strengthening global partnerships for Bangladesh’s renewable energy future!

On 14 May 2026, IDCOL hosted a high-level roundtable at its head office in Dhaka, bringing together the Royal Norwegian Embassy, Norfund, Norway’s development finance institution, and sponsors of bankable renewable energy projects.

The session focused on exploring strategic partnerships and mobilizing long-term, patient capital to accelerate Bangladesh’s renewable energy transition.

The roundtable was graced by H.E. Håkon Arald Gulbrandsen as Chief Guest, alongside representatives from the Royal Norwegian Embassy, Norfund, and leading renewable energy project sponsors. The session was chaired by IDCOL's Managing Director, Mr. Alamgir Morshed, while Mr. Nazmul Haque, Chief Investment Officer, IDCOL, moderated the discussion.

As IDCOL marks its 29th founding anniversary, the event reflected the organization’s continued commitment to fostering impactful international collaborations and advancing sustainable energy solutions for Bangladesh.

A mother’s love is one of the strongest forces behind every dream, every success, and every brighter tomorrow.

On this Mother’s Day, IDCOL honors the women whose strength and compassion continue to inspire us every day.