Talk of banning textile waste raises key questions for Bangladesh
In theory, this sounds like a good idea, but it is not so straightforward.
2022 wasn’t all bad for RMG makers. Here’s why
There is anecdotal evidence that investment is taking place to upgrade operations to meet the demands of international customers.
The pollution made in China
The discussion on holding the largest emitter to account was notably lacking at the conference.
Green finance must be open to SMEs
Despite Bangladesh having a large number of green factories, the SMEs in our garment industry are still struggling to access green finance.
We need consensus on climate goals
Garment makers, governments, NGOs and fashion retailers all agree on one thing: carbon emissions in the clothing production must be reduced. Our industry is one of the world’s most emissions-intensive, and it is simply not sustainable in its current format.
Let’s capitalise on the booming RMG business
Two years ago, garment order books were empty as Covid broke out and shut down the main global markets for Bangladesh.
Talk of banning textile waste raises key questions for Bangladesh
In theory, this sounds like a good idea, but it is not so straightforward.
2022 wasn’t all bad for RMG makers. Here’s why
There is anecdotal evidence that investment is taking place to upgrade operations to meet the demands of international customers.
The pollution made in China
The discussion on holding the largest emitter to account was notably lacking at the conference.
Uncertain times ahead for RMG business
As garment makers, we cannot afford to absorb all cost increases along the supply chain.
Let's not forget RMG workers in the race to net zero
My biggest worry in this situation is for our RMG workers, who are among the most vulnerable parts in the global fashion supply chain.
Volatile energy could become the norm for garment makers
Global energy challenges are continuing to impact Bangladesh's garment industry.
Bangladesh needs to rely less on EU, US markets
By limiting ourselves to these two markets, we are missing out on a whole world of opportunities.
The bill for climate change impacts should be shared
Climate change is a problem which was (largely) made in the West, but we are feeling its impacts in countries like ours more than ever.
Five ways the dollar crisis impacts RMG makers in Bangladesh
In recent months, the Bangladeshi taka has plummeted to new depths against the US dollar amid a worsening foreign exchange reserve crisis.
Don't let fuel shortage undo RMG success
In recent months, global energy prices have soared, and ready-made garment (RMG) makers in Bangladesh have been feeling its impacts these past few weeks.