Dhaka, May 8 -- Young climate activists have welcomed the government's target to generate 10,000 MW of solar power by 2030, calling for a clear and time-bound roadmap to achieve the goal, along with a greater share of renewable energy in the Energy and Power Sector Master Plan (EPSMP) and a gradual phase-out of fossil fuel dependence.

The call was made during a global climate strike held in front of the Jatiya Press Club in the capital on Friday, according to a media statement.

YouthNet Global and Youth for NDCs organised the programme.

Over 200 youths gathered with banners, placards and slogans highlighting the economic and environmental costs of importing oil, gas and coal.

Sohanur Rahman, executive coordinator of YouthNet Global, s...