Daffodil International University has officially launched a modern Smart Biogas Plant at its Daffodil Smart City campus in Birulia, Savar, as part of its commitment to sustainable energy, environmental protection, and building a carbon-neutral campus.

The plant was inaugurated on 18 May 2026 through the ceremonial ignition of the biogas burner by Dr Md Sabur Khan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Daffodil International University.

Among those present at the inauguration were Professor Dr M. A. Rahim, Head of the Department of Agricultural Science and recipient of the Independence Award 2026, who served as project convener, and Dr Fizar Ahmed, Director of the Embedded System Research Center. Researchers, faculty members, university officials, and students involved in the project also attended the event.

Speakers at the programme praised the collaborative efforts of the researchers, teachers, officials, and students who contributed to the successful implementation of the initiative. They also highlighted the growing importance of sustainable energy solutions and research-driven innovation within higher education institutions.

Speaking at the event, Professor Dr M. A. Rahim described the project as more than just infrastructure, stating that it symbolises a greener and more sustainable future while demonstrating how universities can contribute to renewable energy adoption, energy self-sufficiency, and environmental sustainability.

The Smart Biogas Plant was designed and implemented under the leadership of Dr Fizar Ahmed with support from the university’s Planning and Development Department. According to the university, the facility can generate approximately 20 to 30 kilowatt-hours of electricity daily by converting organic waste into clean energy.

The initiative is also expected to strengthen campus waste management practices and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Dr Fizar Ahmed noted that the plant would function as a “living laboratory” for students and researchers, integrating embedded sensors and automated monitoring systems to make biogas production more efficient and technology-driven.

University authorities said the project marks an important milestone in DIU’s broader green development strategy. They added that Daffodil Smart City plans to establish an integrated smart waste management system in the future as part of its long-term vision of becoming a fully carbon-neutral campus.

The university expressed hope that the initiative would serve as a model for other higher education institutions in Bangladesh in promoting renewable energy, environmentally sustainable campus development, and research-based innovation.