A Pathway to Carbon‐Neutral Healthcare: Exploring the Potential of Rooftop Solar Net Metering and Carbon Credits for Rural Medical Facilities in Bangladesh

The study conducts a feasibility study on implementing a rooftop solar net metering system (NMS) it the rural healthcare facilities in Bangladesh. The study also addresses shortfalls in the existing Net Metering Guidelines of Bangladesh and suggests several improvements based on the findings that could promote the adoption of net metering across the country. The non‐urban areas of Bangladesh face significant challenges in the reliable and consistent supply of electricity. To mitigate the power deficit, the integration of renewable energy sources with healthcare infrastructures could play a vital role in ensuring a seamless power supply while reducing the carbon footprint. A cost‐benefit analysis has been performed to assess the viability of the project that evaluates the net present value (NPV), payback period, levelised cost of electricity (LCOE) and internal rate of return (IRR). However, the most pivotal aspect of this model is the integration of revenue from carbon credit sales, which could be a game‐changer in promoting renewable energy transition for Bangladesh. The integration of revenue from environmental attributes (carbon credits) constitutes a novel financial model that has not been previously applied to the rooftop solar power sector in Bangladesh. The study also considers the potential reduction of CO 2 emissions, which could have a significant positive impact on the environment. The approach offers cost‐effective, eco‐friendly and sustainable energy solutions for the developing countries like Bangladesh.