Bangladesh to Buy Surplus Rooftop Solar Power at BDT 10.50 Per Unit

The government of Bangladesh has taken a significant decision to purchase surplus rooftop solar electricity from consumers to ensure sustainable energy security across the country. According to a recently issued official gazette notification, the surplus electricity generated by consumers after meeting their personal usage will be bought and directly supplied into the national power grid.

Under the new pricing structure determined by the authorities, the purchase rate has been fixed at 10 taka and 50 poisha per unit of electricity. This comprehensive pricing model is carefully calculated based on a maximum production cost of eight taka per unit, with an added 20 percent profit margin alongside an 11.25 percent premium.

However, strict eligibility criteria have been established to regulate participation in this renewable energy scheme. Only those consumers who successfully install rooftop solar power systems equipped with batteries by the designated deadline of 28 February 2027 will be granted access to this financial benefit.

To ensure complete transparency and accountability in financial transactions, the government has outlined a strict disbursement procedure for the incentive funds. The money earned from selling surplus electricity will be transferred directly to the designated bank accounts or mobile banking accounts of the participating consumers, and under no circumstances will cash payments be permitted.

This major policy development involves several key public organizations, including the Power Division, the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA), and the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI). The overall incentive structure and its associated financial provisions are officially scheduled to remain active until the final deadline of 28 February 2030.