World looking at renewable energy, what about Bangladesh?

Many countries around the world are trying to step away from coal as a source of energy while Bangladesh is still leaning towards fossil fuel for electricity production.

There's no question regarding how important electricity is for Bangladesh. Demand for electricity is increasing rapidly.

But do we need to produce electricity at the cost of the environment? Is it possible to produce electricity without harming people's health and the environment?

In Straight from Star newsroom, The Daily Star journalist Mostafa Yusuf discusses the impact of coal-powered electricity plants on the environment with Debjani Shyama.