Dhaka, July 7 -- The government has unveiled comprehensive guidelines for developing onshore wind-power projects, with industry leaders saying the new framework could pave the way for greater private investment.

The new framework, released last week, is also expected to help Bangladesh tap its "immense potential" in wind energy as it pursues ambitious renewable-energy targets.

The guideline establishes a "clear, transparent and bankable framework" for the development of land-based (onshore) wind power projects, according to the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA).

Wind power is a clean, inexhaustible and increasingly cost-competitive source of electricity.

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