COP29 and the future of Bangladesh’s RMG sector
I believe COP29 holds major promise for the future of circularity and sustainability in Bangladesh’s RMG sector.
18 November 2024, 07:00 AM
Funding decarbonisation in RMG sector requires smart policies
The challenges are multifaceted, from a heavy reliance on fossil fuels to inefficiencies within factory operations.
11 November 2024, 06:00 AM
Pushing businesses towards sustainable energy use
Bangladesh is at a critical crossroads in its energy policy.
28 October 2024, 05:00 AM
2024 Bangladesh Climate Action Forum: Building a climate-resilient future
The Bangladesh Climate Action Forum 2024 which recently concluded in Dhaka was a huge success and surpassed all expectations.
15 October 2024, 08:00 AM
We must stop the infighting to retain buyers
To maintain its position as a global leader in the garment industry, Bangladesh must prioritise unity and stability.
11 September 2024, 07:00 AM
It’s time to look forward with our fashion partners
We need to look at what the business community needs from our state and non-state institutions.
12 August 2024, 05:00 AM
How our RMG industry empowered women
The RMG industry has provided lakhs of women, with their first formal employment opportunities.
15 July 2024, 06:00 AM
Bangladesh on the renewable energy race track
A country’s energy mix may even one day override all other issues given the climate crisis we face.
1 July 2024, 06:00 AM
Why are gas prices so volatile?
The invasion of Ukraine by Russia in 2022 had significant implications for the global gas supply chain, and caused what many termed a gas crisis. The reduction in supply led to a dramatic rise in gas prices globally. .Indeed, gas prices in Europe reached unprecedented levels, impacting ene
23 June 2024, 05:00 AM
To cut CO2 emissions, let’s tackle over-production
We live in a world where approximately 9.2 percent of the global population lives on less than $2.15 per day according to figures from 2019.
10 June 2024, 14:00 PM
SBTi debate has major implications for RMG suppliers
The carbon offsetting schemes that have been discredited in the past could be improved
3 June 2024, 05:00 AM
How fashion is future-proofing by investing in technology
Are fashion brands becoming more than retailers of clothing?
20 May 2024, 06:54 AM
Five strategies for garment exporters to navigate geopolitical risks
Bangladeshi garment makers can mitigate risk in an uncertain world with foresight, resilience, and agility.
13 May 2024, 05:00 AM
EU supply chain law is both a threat and an opportunity
How will it impact Bangladesh’s garment manufacturers?
5 May 2024, 15:00 PM
We need to know more about Shein’s $9 jeans
First, is any of this even ethical? Second, how is Shein retailing clothing so cheaply?
22 April 2024, 04:00 AM
Time for fashion brands, retailers to rethink green strategies
Over the past two or three years, we have seen a huge backlash against sustainability marketing in the West.
8 April 2024, 04:00 AM
Sustainability must equal financial viability
What is more important: being a successful, financially viable business, or being a sustainable business?
25 March 2024, 03:00 AM
A wake-up call for sustainable supply chains
How many times have we heard that customers will pay extra for more sustainable—recycled, in this case—products?
11 March 2024, 03:00 AM
Bangladesh’s Garment Industry: Future growth in a changing world
Bangladesh has emerged as a significant player in the global garment industry, securing its position as the second-largest garment exporter worldwide. The country’s remarkable journey from economic struggles to becoming a key player in the textile and apparel sector is a testament to its resilience and adaptability.
14 February 2024, 18:00 PM
How garment manufacturers can cut costs
And while cost reduction is essential, it should not come at the expense of product quality.
22 January 2024, 04:00 AM