Disaster and Climate Change Resilience

Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to disasters exacerbated by climate change, including floods, cyclones, and river erosion. Its low-lying geography, dense population, and reliance on agriculture make it particularly susceptible to rising sea levels, erratic monsoons, and extreme weather events. Coastal areas face increasing salinity, affecting freshwater sources and livelihoods. Frequent cyclones cause widespread destruction, displacing millions. The country is taking adaptive measures, such as building resilient infrastructure and improving early warning systems, but urgent global action on climate change is crucial for long-term survival and sustainable development.

Regarding this, EPRC is functioning in the following fields:

  • Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
  • Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
  • Networking at the national level through different HCCT