Green Genesis 2026, a four-day environment festival promoting awareness of climate change, conservation and sustainability, has concluded at BRAC University in Dhaka, bringing together around 3,000 participants.

The festival ended on Friday, 11 September 2026, with participation from 100 educational institutions, 88 clubs and nearly 50 regional platforms, according to a press release.

The Centre for Climate Change and Environmental Research (C3ER) and BRAC University’s Outreach Team organised the event in collaboration with Youth for a Green Earth.

Co-organisers included the BRAC University Leadership Development Forum, BRAC University Environment Club, BRAC University Community Service Club and BRAC University Natural Sciences Club.

School, college and university students participated in writing and public speaking competitions, art, photography and videography contests, diorama creation, and research and communication workshops.

The activities aimed to encourage creativity, leadership and innovative thinking while helping participants explore practical solutions to environmental challenges. Prizes, certificates and awards were presented in recognition of their achievements.

Workshops were led by C3ER Director Dr Golam Rabbani, Office of Communications Director Khairul Bashar, Prothom Alo Digital Content Lead Khairul Babui, C3ER Assistant Director Sharmin Nahar Nipa and BRAC University alumnus Srijan Banik.

Dr Golam Rabbani also delivered a keynote presentation on climate change and environmental challenges titled “Green Genesis Inspiration”.

In his closing remarks, C3ER Advisor and Professor Emeritus Dr Ainun Nishat highlighted the role young people could play in building a sustainable Bangladesh.

BRAC University Treasurer Ariful Islam, Registrar Dr David Dowland, Head of Student Life Tahsina Rahman and Outreach Team Assistant Director Dipti Sarkar also addressed participants, encouraging them to contribute to environmental protection and sustainable development.

ACI Motors sponsored the festival, while Prothom Alo served as the digital partner.

Organisers said the initiative supported the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 on quality education, SDG 13 on climate action and SDG 17 on partnerships for the goals.