Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/383/REV.1 |
S-Table-III.11 |
Ecuador |
2019 |
Measures |
Other measures |
Mining, Services, Other |
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State-owned enterprises, 2018
Type of enterprise Sector Number
State-owned enterprises of the Central Government Infrastructure and non-renewable natural resources 10
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Habitat and environment 2
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Renewable
Natural resources
Environment
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§43 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Fisheries |
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The regulatory framework governing fisheries dates back to 1983. It consists of: the Protection and Conservation of Fish Act, 1950; the Protection and Conservation of Fish Rules, 1985; the Marine Fisheries Ordinance, 1983; the Marine Fisheries Rules, 1983; and the Fish and Products (Inspection and Quality Control) Ordinance, 1983.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§43 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Fisheries |
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(...)For fisheries resource conservation and management and the maintenance of the quality of fish and fish products, the following rules are being enforced: the Framing of Marine Fisheries Act, 2018 (under consideration); the Fish and Fish Products (Inspection and Quality Control) Rules, 1997 (amended in 2008, 2014 and 2017); the draft Fish and Fish Products (Inspection and Quality Control) Act, 2018; the Fish Quarantine Act, 2018; the National Shrimp Policy (2014); the National Residue Control Plan Policy Guidelines, 2011 (amended 2012); the Fish and Fishery Products Official Control Protocols, 2015; and the Guidelines for the Control of Aquaculture Medicinal Products-AMPs, 2015. (...)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§44 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
Other support measures, Other measures |
Fisheries |
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The Department of Fisheries (DOF), under the administrative control of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, supports sustainable growth in fish and shrimp production for domestic consumption and export, and the management of open water fisheries resources. (...)The DOF mandate includes: (...)enhance fisheries resources, through enacting conservation and management measures; (...)conduct fisheries resources surveys and assessment of stock, to develop fisheries database for proper planning; facilitate the arrangement of institutional credit for fish and shrimp farmers, fishers and fish traders and entrepreneurs; (...)formulate and implement development projects /programmes, for the sustainable utilization of fisheries resources, to ensure food security; and disseminate improved aquaculture technologies, through the e-extension service.
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Sustainable
Fish
Conservation
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§54 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
General environmental reference |
Energy |
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Bangladesh's energy policy remains focused on reducing extreme dependence on natural gas, through diversification of the energy mix and the use of alternative/renewable energy resources; (...).The 7th FYP is focused on establishing/developing: (...)an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programme; (...).It also aims at promoting the use of liquefied natural gas in the domestic and transport sectors. Furthermore, during the review period, action was taken to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency (Section 4.2.2.3).
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Energy
Renewable
Conservation
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§75 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
Other measures |
Energy |
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(...)An MoU was signed between Bangladesh and China in 2012, to enhance cooperation in the power sector, and increase investment opportunities in electricity generation, transmission, distribution, energy efficiency, and renewable energy (...).
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§76 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
Other measures |
Energy |
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Considering the gradual decrease in Bangladesh's primary fuel reserves (i.e. natural gas) (Sections 4.2.1 and 4.2.2.1.2), action has been taken to address viable alternatives. Under the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA) Act, 2012, the SREDA was established. Several government agencies are working with it for the effective utilization and conservation of renewable energy, in both the public and private sectors; and to monitor and coordinate renewable energy and the efficiency of energy-related issues.
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Energy
Renewable
Conservation
Sustainable
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§77 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
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Energy |
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The 2016 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Master Plan, up to 2030, developed by the SREDA with assistance from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), is aimed at ensuring energy efficiency and conservation. Its energy-saving targets include saving 15% of "primary energy per GDP" by 2021, and 20% by 2030. The main components of the Master Plan are: setting an energy management programme for large industries; establishing an energy-efficient or star labelling programme for electrical appliances; setting an energy-efficient building programme and introducing a green building rating system; providing technical support and identifying the financing for project implementation; and creating awareness of energy efficiency among the population. An Interim Action Plan for Improvement of Energy Efficiency and Conservation was put in place in 2013, as an intervention for energy efficiency and demand side management, and a Clean Cook Stove Country Action Plan was put in place in the same year.
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Energy
Clean
Labelling
Conservation
Green
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§78 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
Sectors |
Tax concessions, Investment measures |
Energy |
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During the review period, energy saving and environmentally-friendly power generation systems were introduced, using renewable and modern technology. As at September 2018, 14 solar minigrids, 1,000 solar irrigation pumps, 2 solar parks (total 23 MW capacity), and 5.2 million solar home systems were installed. According to the authorities, the following incentives and financial benefits are being provided for the establishment of these systems: solar power companies are exempted from income tax after commencement; solar power companies are allowed to import spare parts, without paying customs duty, VAT, supplementary duty, or import fees, up to an amount of 10% of the total cost of plant and equipment, for the first 12 years of commercial operation (exemptions not applicable for locally produced "international standard equipment"); foreign companies are allowed to repatriate equity and profit to their home country; foreign investors are exempted from income tax for solar power projects; foreign investors are allowed to form joint ventures to implement solar power projects; with the consent of the lender and the utility company, the solar power company can insure the project through its headquarters; local company registration by foreign investors is exempt from stamp duty; companies enjoy the existing benefits of IPPs (Section 4.2.2.2); companies are allowed to raise funds locally, as per the regulation of the Board of Investment (BOI); and companies are encouraged to use locally produced quality products and engineering services for solar power generation.
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Energy
Environment
Renewable
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/385/REV.1 |
S-IV§79 |
Bangladesh |
2019 |
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Energy |
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In 2018, a Net Metering Guideline was published by the Government, to accelerate investment in renewable energy power generation. It is intended to help household, commercial and industrial consumers of grid-connected electricity to use solar energy for power generation. The Guideline is also aimed at facilitating them to become electricity producers, meeting their power demand, partly or fully, on their own, and even sell excess electricity to the power distribution agencies or companies. Furthermore, the Power Division, under the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, is planning to set up floating solar power plants across the country, as part of the Government's plan to generate 24,000 MW of electricity by 2021, as well as encourage solar boating and other new technologies in the renewable energy field.
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