climate change

The Climate Action Summit in New York has failed to deliver

The world leaders who are responsible for emitting most of the greenhouse gases are not willing to take the requisite actions at the scale and pace that is required.
4 October 2023, 13:00 PM

How did our air get even worse?

The government can no longer ignore this growing health hazard.
29 September 2023, 12:06 PM

Lacking moral capital to overcome climate paralysis

Amidst what the UN chief dubs “an era of global boiling,” we stand at the abyss of a paradigm cataclysm, yet remain paralysed in our actions. 
24 September 2023, 09:30 AM

The many tactics of climate change deniers

So what can be done to counter the cock and bull stories of this breed of climate change deniers?
23 September 2023, 03:00 AM

World Car-free Day: Decarbonise transport for climate justice

What happens to be a great solution for decarbonising transport is enabling and promoting walking, cycling, and pedal-powered rickshaws.
22 September 2023, 00:00 AM

Rising tides, sinking chalkboards: How climate change threatens Bangladesh's primary education

Climate change affects children and their education through several channels.
19 September 2023, 02:00 AM

Rich countries can gain a lot by helping Bangladesh

Climate change is worsening the situation and the financial and humanitarian costs brought by this calamity are racking up.
18 September 2023, 03:00 AM

‘Sustainability is the ultimate future’

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in “Sustainability Rating 2022” by Bangladesh Bank.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Pioneering sustainability: Bangladesh Bank’s initiatives

Sustainable or green banking is a banking practice that considers all social, environmental, and ecological issues with the aim of protecting the environment and preserving natural resources.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

“Pro-people, pro-planet, and pro-society”

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in the ‘Sustainability Rating 2022’ by the Bangladesh Bank. What are the most innovative and impactful sustainable financing products or strategies you have adopted to achieve this recognition?
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Sustainable finance for greener future

Due to its geographical susceptibility, Bangladesh faces significant vulnerability to climate change. Consequently, the importance of sustainable finance, encompassing a suite of financial regulations, standards, and products aimed at environmental objectives, has grown significantly in recent years.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Why sustainable Finance?

Sustainable finance is the process of incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into financial investment decisions, resulting in longer-term investments in sustainable economic activities and projects.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

“We are committed to achieving net zero emissions”

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in the ‘Sustainability Rating 2022’ by the Bangladesh Bank. What are the most innovative and impactful sustainable financing products or strategies you have adopted to achieve this recognition?
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

“Working diligently to introduce green bonds”

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in ‘Sustainability Rating 2022’ by the Bangladesh Bank. What are the most innovative and impactful sustainable financing products or strategies you have adopted to achieve this recognition?
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

“We aim for a significant national impact”

The Daily Star (TDS): Your institution has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in the ‘Sustainability Rating 2022’ by the Bangladesh Bank. What were the most innovative and impactful sustainable financing products or strategies you adopted to achieve this recognition?
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

"The future will be green"

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in the 'Sustainability Rating 2022' by the Bangladesh Bank.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

“Sustainability leads to increased revenue”

The Daily Star (TDS): Your bank has been recognized as one of the Top Banks and Financial Institutions in the ‘Sustainability Rating 2022’ by the Bangladesh Bank.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

The path to green projects: Borrowers’ experiences and insights

Many entrepreneurs are interested in making their projects greener, thanks to higher sustainable financing from both banks and non-bank financial institutions year after year.
16 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Extreme weather to affect $27b RMG export from Bangladesh by 2030

Apparel shipment worth $26.78 billion from Bangladesh may be affected due to extreme weather conditions like heat and floods by 2030, according to a study of Cornell University in the US.
14 September 2023, 10:26 AM

How Macron's visit can strengthen Bangladesh-France ties

Exporting manpower to France can be an area of discussion during Macron's visit.
9 September 2023, 12:00 PM