Dhaka, Bangladesh (BBN)-US Deputy Assistant Secretary Robert F Ichord came to Dhaka on Wednesday on a four-day visit to discuss issues relating to energy sector.

Ichord who is serving as a Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of Energy Resources is responsible for promoting the transformation of energy systems to achieve greater efficiency and cleaner performance through use of market forces and innovative financing approaches, said a press release of the US embassy in Dhaka.

During his visit, Ichord will hold meetings and discussions with Bangladesh government officials in the energy sector.

He will discuss ways for ensuring energy access by all by 2030, doubling the rate of energy efficiency, and also doubling the share of renewable energy in the total energy generation during the meetings, the statement added. 

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