Dhaka, July 29 -- Experts from both public and private sectors have underscored the importance of energy efficiency and conservation to ensure Bangladesh's long-term energy security and drive its sustainable economic development.

They made the observations at a focus group discussion titled 'Energy Efficiency in the Industrial Sector of Bangladesh', held at the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) Auditorium on Monday.

The event was jointly organised by the DCCI and the South Asia Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM).

In his welcome address, DCCI President Taskeen Ahmed stressed the urgent need to promote behavioral change among energy users, particularly in the industrial sector.

He said the country's private sector is under c...