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Environment

Agrochemical producers demand policy support to achieve self-sufficiency

Bangladeshi agrochemical producers have called on the government to introduce urgent policy support aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in local production.

Bangladesh now home to 244 green factories

Bangladesh’s readymade garment sector has continued to advance in sustainable manufacturing, with the number of green-certified factories rising to 244,

$4.8b financing gap threatens Bangladesh apparel industry’s emissions target

Bangladesh’s apparel industry, the second-largest in the world by exports, is at a critical turning point in its quest to

Navana Pharma achieves ISO 14001:2015 certification

Navana Pharmaceuticals PLC has earned the esteemed ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System certification, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and responsible

H&M, Pran, IFC back green energy for RMG sector

In a landmark move to accelerate the transition to renewable energy in Bangladesh’s readymade garment (RMG) sector, H&M Group, Pran

Dhaka seeks 50-year water management masterplan from Beijing

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Friday called on China to formulate a 50-year masterplan to help manage Bangladesh’s extensive

Experts urge roadmap for energy transition in RMG sector

Speakers at a dialogue have emphasised the need for a comprehensive roadmap to guide the energy transition in the readymade

Bangladesh reaches 240 LEED-certified factories with 3 new additions

Bangladesh has solidified its status as a global leader in sustainable manufacturing with the addition of three new LEED-certified factories.

Ship breakers seek more time for green transition

Leaders of Bangladesh’s shipbreaking and recycling industry have urged the government to extend the enforcement deadline of the Hong Kong

Bangladesh owed $5.8t in climate debt by wealthy nations

Bangladesh is grappling with a deepening debt crisis, with $78.06 billion in external debt, while wealthy, high-polluting nations owe it