Bangladesh celebrates a significant stride towards sustainable industrialization with the certification of its 200th LEED Green Factory by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). This achievement underscores the nation's unwavering dedication to environmental stewardship, economic advancement, and global competitiveness.
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, an internationally acclaimed symbol of sustainable building excellence, underscores the meticulous fusion of cutting-edge technologies and eco-conscious practices in these certified green factories. These factories prioritize resource efficiency, environmental preservation, and worker well-being, as highlighted by Faruque Hassan, President of BGMEA.
Faruque happily shared, "Bangladesh proudly houses 200 LEED-certified RMG factories, including 73 Platinum, 113 Gold, 10 Silver, and 4 certified factories, with 13 of the world's top 15 LEED green factories located here."
In 2022, 30 garment factories secured LEED certification, including 15 Platinum and 15 Gold, and in the current year, 18 factories gained LEED certification—13 Platinum and 5 Gold. "Our aim is to set a new record for factory certifications in a single year, with around 500 factories awaiting USGBC certification," Faruque added optimistically.
To earn this certification, factories adhere to stringent standards for carbon emissions, energy and water consumption, waste management, and indoor environmental quality, under the vigilant eye of USGBC. The accomplishment of 200 USGBC-certified LEED Green Factories mirrors Bangladesh's commitment to a greener, more prosperous future.
BGMEA's President extended congratulations to fellow industry entrepreneurs, praising their dedication to a resilient and sustainable industry. "This achievement demonstrates Bangladesh's determination to craft a sustainable and vibrant industry amidst challenges. As the nation confronts modern challenges, its unity in pursuing a greener and more prosperous future remains resolute," he affirmed.
