{"id":21544,"date":"2024-01-02T08:16:46","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T08:16:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lightcastlebd.com\/bunon2030\/?p=21544"},"modified":"2024-02-20T05:17:05","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T05:17:05","slug":"lightcastle-circular-apparel-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/lightcastle-circular-apparel-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Circular Strategies for a Competitive Apparel Landscape in Bangladesh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>Originally published on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/insights\/2023\/12\/circular-strategies-bangladesh-apparel-landscape\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LightCastle Partners website<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bunon 2030\u2019s Inaugural Dialogue on Apparel\u2019s Tomorrow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In a bid to bring together diverse strands of conversation concerning the future of the apparel industry, LightCastle Partners, a prominent management consulting firm, in association with The Policy Exchange of Bangladesh, organized the inaugural dialogue event focused on the themes of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/insights\/2023\/08\/circularity-bangladesh-international-comparison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">circularity<\/a>, decarbonization, and competitiveness.&nbsp;This initiative is part of LightCastle\u2019s collective effort to strengthen the apparel ecosystem through research, private-sector engagement, and advocacy initiatives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dialogue event, attended by industry leaders, policymakers, development partners, innovators, and academics, explored the complexities of upcoming transformations impacting the industry in the coming decades. The inaugural dialogue is a part of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bunon 2030<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp; a dedicated initiative to empower Bangladeshi women garment workers in the face of increasing automation, geopolitical turmoil, circularity, and decarbonization, among others, by fostering sector competitiveness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oporajita\u2019s Vision for Collective Impact &amp; Wellbeing of Women Workers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bunon 2030 is supported by the H&amp;M Foundation and facilitated by The Asia Foundation as a part of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/lightcastle-policy-exchange-oporajita\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u2018Oporajita: Collective Impact on the Future of Work in Bangladesh\u2019<\/a>&nbsp;initiative with a shared objective to safeguard the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/women-garment-workers-in-bangladesh-retirement-alternative-career\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">future livelihoods of women garment workers<\/a>&nbsp;in Bangladesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The project intends to improve sector competitiveness, skills development, and employment opportunities for women apparel workers based on an improved understanding of the impact of technology and automation on the apparel industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bunon 2030 aims to strengthen the apparel industry for the next decade\u2014 adapting to the emergence of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/apparel-industry-automation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4th Industrial Revolution<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/eu-due-diligence-act-way-forward-for-banglades-rmg-industry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">changing Geopolitics<\/a>, Circularity, Decarbonization, and Automation. The initiative has taken on the task of conducting comprehensive scenario mapping, evaluating essential policy imperatives, organizing a series of dialogues, fostering collaborations with stakeholders across various sectors, and hosting national-level events involving innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers. All these efforts are aimed at safeguarding and ensuring the sustainability of livelihoods for women garment workers in the face of future changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Urgency of Sustainable Choices in Bangladesh\u2019s Apparel Sector<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By 2030, the world\u2019s population is projected to reach 8.5 billion, consuming an average of 68 garments per person annually, totaling 80 billion items globally. With a 63% increase in global garment production anticipated by 2030, there is a critical need to address resource pressures, greenhouse gas emissions, water usage in cotton production, and the extended biodegradation period of products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The USD 2.4 billion fashion industry brings with it a significant carbon footprint, which, if left unaddressed, will exacerbate environmental degradation and the fallout of climate change. According to the International Finance Corporation\u2019s (IFC) publication, wet processing consumes 300 liters of water to manufacture each KG of fabric every year. The huge consumption of water has been causing the depletion of groundwater. The textile industry\u2019s water demand will grow three times that of domestic demand by 2030.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The release of textile effluents has already been found to affect areas near the industrial regions of Savar, Gazipur, and Narayanganj.&nbsp; Rivers and waterbodies around are becoming highly polluted, which eventually affects marine life and impacts communities relying on water and fish catch for livelihoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In adopting circularity, the country could take steps to formalize and have recycling systems in place for the 570,000 tonnes of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/insights\/2023\/08\/textile-waste-opportunity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">textile waste<\/a>&nbsp;or \u201cjhoot\u201d per year. The country could save USD 500 million if all cotton waste was recycled domestically. With sustainable growth and degrowth coming into focus, it is important to work on building a circular ecosystem. With the use of advanced technology in cutting and processing, the volume of textile waste can be reduced significantly, but the need for recycling&nbsp;will remain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly 50% of the post-industrial, pre-consumer textile waste in Bangladesh is 100% cotton.&nbsp; While worldwide, manmade fibers \u2013 MMF or blended fibers make up the majority of clothing produced (74%), in Bangladesh, 70% of apparel products are cotton-based. At present, Bangladesh is well poised due to the availability of sourcing materials to implement fiber recycling technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decarbonization and Competitiveness at the Forefront<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cCircularity, Decarbonization, and Competitiveness in the Apparel Industry of Bangladesh\u201d dialogue was successfully organized under the Bunon 2030 initiative. The event commenced with a keynote presentation on circularity practices in both Bangladesh and the global context, delivered by&nbsp;Faisal Rabbi, Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Public Affairs Manager at the H&amp;M Foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"382\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-4.webp\" alt=\"Faisal Rabbi, Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Public Affairs Manager at the H&amp;M Foundation.\" class=\"wp-image-21550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-4.webp 382w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-4-288x300.webp 288w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>During his presentation, he shared that \u201c<strong><em>60% of our GHG emission is coming from apparel producing countries, to achieve H&amp;M\u2019s net zero target by 2040, the GHG reduction must happen in production countries like Bangladesh. The Bangladesh government and the industry here need to align with the goals of fashion brands as they are not just goals set by the brands, but actually a legal requirement for market access going forward.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The following panel discussion featured key representatives from the apparel sector \u2013 Md Ariful Hoque, Director General at Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Vidiya Amrit Khan, Director at Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), and Fazlee Shamim Ehsan, Vice President at Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA). The discussions revolved around circularity practices within the apparel sector, both in local and international contexts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-5.webp\" alt=\"The following panel discussion featured key representatives from the apparel sector\" class=\"wp-image-30399\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"470\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-11-2.webp\" alt=\"Md Ariful Hoque, Director General, BIDA\" class=\"wp-image-21594\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-11-2.webp 470w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-11-2-300x276.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 470px) 100vw, 470px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Md Ariful Hoque, Director General, BIDA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cRecycled products also need to have enough competitive edge, otherwise consumers will not accept them. It is not just about making the buyers happy, but also to make sure that the market accepts the products.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Vidiya Amrit Khan, Director at BGMEA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIn Bangladesh, the proper availability and collection of textile waste are lacking, and there is a shortage of recycling facilities. Moreover, the collection of waste from Export Processing Zones (EPZ) should not be restricted to designated individuals; instead, it should be open for anyone to take away. It is recommended not to levy tax when Ready-Made Garment (RMG) businesses sell waste to recyclers, as this would negatively impact the competitiveness of the sector.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"408\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-12-2.webp\" alt=\"Vidya Amrit Khan, Director at BGMEA\" class=\"wp-image-21626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-12-2.webp 408w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-12-2-300x286.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 408px) 100vw, 408px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-13-1.webp\" alt=\"Fazlee Shamim Ehsan, Vice President, BKMEA\" class=\"wp-image-21627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-13-1.webp 410w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-13-1-296x300.webp 296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Fazlee Shamim Ehsan, Vice President, BKMEA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cIn the dyeing sector, there is an urgent necessity to minimize the water footprint. Additionally, it is crucial to lower the taxes on imported solar panels. Apart from that, instead of prohibiting the export of recycled products, there should be an encouragement of competition in this aspect.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There was also a keen focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, innovation, and the role of various stakeholders in promoting circular economy principles and business models within the RMG ecosystem. Industry leaders, academicians, innovators, buyers, and manufacturers actively engaged in the dialogue, sparking meaningful conversations on various aspects of the presented topics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-15 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Kazi Faisal Bin Seraj, Country Representative &#8211; Bangladesh of The Asia Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8221;<em>The impact of the 4th industrial revolution will impact the RMG sector. So we need a safer, smoother future for garment workers. The Oporajita initiative aims at collective impact for the future of work in the apparel sector, working with partners with an approach to safeguarding women garment workers\u2019 livelihoods, inspiring organizations and individuals to work collectively to solve systems-level issues.<\/em>&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"368\" height=\"321\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-14-2.webp\" alt=\"Kazi Faisal Bin Seraj, Country Representative - Bangladesh of The Asia Foundation\" class=\"wp-image-21632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-14-2.webp 368w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-14-2-300x262.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 368px) 100vw, 368px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-20 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-18 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"397\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-19-1.webp\" alt=\"M. Masrur Reaz, PhD, Chairman, Policy Exchange Bangladesh\" class=\"wp-image-21589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-19-1.webp 397w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-19-1-300x289.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>M. Masrur Reaz, PhD, Chairman, Policy Exchange Bangladesh<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201d<em>Establishing a shared understanding of the circular economy in Bangladesh necessitates a holistic approach, encompassing pillars such as advancing chemical recycling infrastructure since neglecting any aspect impedes the overarching vision. There is no doubt the RMG sector plays a significant role in economic and social advancement. The export basket, employment, and female employment all are under this sector. We all know about the reserve\u2019s current situation, therefore, in a sustainable manner for future growth, the sector needs to be addressed. The impact of technology in the RMG sector makes the shift in the supply chain, as after the LDC graduation, it is a vital point<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-23 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Zahedul Amin, Co-Founder &amp; Director, LightCastle Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8221;<em>The RMG sector&#8217;s sustainability is dependent upon its ability to adhere to environmental standards stipulated by the buying countries like the EU. A systemic approach is critical for aligning incentives to adhere to circular business models within the sector.<\/em>&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"302\" height=\"301\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-15-1.webp\" alt=\"Zahedul Amin, Co-Founder &amp; Director, LightCastle Partners\" class=\"wp-image-21637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-15-1.webp 302w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-15-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-15-1-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Innovation Solutions Showcase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The event wrapped up with an innovative pitch session, during which both local and global players. Reverse Resources, Renewcell, Cyclo, and Classical Handmade Products showcased case studies highlighting circular business models and practices that have the potential for replication within other segments of apparel production. A transition to a circular economy requires significant innovative technology, both from home and abroad, and the showcase was aimed at pointing out potential ecosystem synergies that could be leveraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-26 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"295\" height=\"299\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-16.webp\" alt=\"Mumit Hasan, Director of Business &amp; Operations, Bangladesh of Reverse Resources\" class=\"wp-image-21602\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Mumit Hasan, Director of Business &amp; Operations, Bangladesh of Reverse Resources<\/strong>, presented how circularity initiatives can help the industry to better prepare for the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive&nbsp;and Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) regulations in the EU.&nbsp; He emphasized the need for to eliminate barriers to getting waste out of EPZ (Export processes zones) and a specialized task force and law enforcement assistance to address challenges related to sending waste to circular solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deep Dive Workshop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-9.webp\" alt=\"Deep Dive Workshop\" class=\"wp-image-30410\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Subsequently, participants actively engaged in a participatory exercise, generating ideas for collaborative solutions to the key challenges identified in the panel discussions. While presenting for a deep dive workshop, Mrinmoy Sobhan, Business Consultant at LightCastle Partners, shared existing bottlenecks hindering the adoption of circular practices within the RMG system. Upcoming policies of EU\u2019s Green Deal, Due Diligence Act (HREDD), and Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) were discussed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This collaborative effort resulted in the formulation of a set of strategic interventions aimed at driving systemic solutions. Workshop participants included members from academia, large and medium apparel manufacturers, global fashion brand representatives, development sector players and innovative local and global ecosystem companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uniting for a Sustainable Tomorrow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The event wrapped up with concluding remarks from the industry leader and development sector perspective about the dialogue discussion. The speakers concluded with an open invitation for everyone to collaborate in strengthening the circular ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-29 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Abdullah Hil Rakib, Managing Director, Team Group<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201d<em>We as a country often do not reflect on what heroic achievement we have accomplished, in terms of organizing investment and creating the ecosystem present today. The country needs to remember its strength and become a flagbearer of circularity initiatives not only nationwide<\/em>&nbsp;but also globally.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"321\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-17.webp\" alt=\"Abdullah Hil Rakib, Managing Director, Team Group\" class=\"wp-image-21606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-17.webp 321w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-17-274x300.webp 274w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 321px) 100vw, 321px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-32 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><strong>Dr. Zaki Uz Zaman, Country Representative in Bangladesh, UNIDO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201d<em>Bangladesh is the home to the best green factories in the world.&nbsp; But there are a lot of gaps of understanding between suppliers and buyers\u2014 a mismatch between visions. These need further alignment. Knowledge info has to be transferred to proper government bodies for effective initiative, with partners extending cooperation.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"355\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-18.webp\" alt=\"Dr. Zaki Uz Zaman, Country Representative in Bangladesh, UNIDO\" class=\"wp-image-21609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-18.webp 355w, https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ezgif.com-jpg-to-webp-converter-18-293x300.webp 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upcoming Initiatives&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bunon 2030 initiative envisages hosting a series of thematic area-based dialogue sessions over the next year, coalescing collaboration among ecosystem stakeholders, facilitating enabling policies, and guiding the sector toward a more sustainable future. The Bunon 2030 publications are publicly available and can be downloaded from the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/lightcastlepartners.com\/bunon2030\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bunon 2030 website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Media Coverage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Daily Star<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/epaper.thedailystar.net\/image\/Main%20Edition?Pictureid=241221897113&amp;device=mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Full-Page Coverage Published at The Daily Star<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Press Coverage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/today.thefinancialexpress.com.bd\/metro-news\/environment-friendly-factories-key-to-sustainable-rmg-growth-speakers-1703094417\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Financial Express : Environment-friendly factories key to sustainable RMG growth: Speakers&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhakatribune.com\/business\/334464\/experts-green-factories-circular-economy-key-to\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dhaka Tribune : Experts: Green factories, circular economy key to sustainable RMG industry&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.observerbd.com\/news.php?id=451587\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Observer: Green factories, circular economy key to sustainable growth in RMG sector&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unb.com.bd\/category\/Business\/environment-friendly-factories-circular-economy-key-to-sustainable-growth-in-rmg-sector-speakers\/127784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNB: Environment-friendly factories, circular economy key to sustainable growth in RMG sector: Speakers&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bangladeshpost.net\/posts\/circular-economy-green-factory-key-to-sustainable-dev-of-rmg-sector-127583\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bangladesh Post : Circular economy, green factory key to sustainable dev of RMG sector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newagebd.net\/article\/220815\/environment-friendly-factories-circular-economy-key-to-sustainable-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Age : Environment-friendly factories, circular economy key to sustainable growth<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.daily-sun.com\/printversion\/details\/726914\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Sun- Environment-friendly factories key to sustainable growth in RMG sector<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymessenger.net\/epaper\/?archive=2023-12-21&amp;find=#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Messenger (Print version)&nbsp; ( 21 December, 2023, Page: 6)- \u2018Environment-friendly factories, circular economy key to sustainable growth\u2019<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/epaper.thefinancialexpress.com.bd\/?archiev=yes&amp;arch_date=21-12-2023#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Financial Express Print version (21 December 2023, Page 03)- Environment-friendly factories key to sustainable RMG growth: Speakers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bangladeshpost.net\/epaper\/2023-12-21?page=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bangladesh Post (Print version&nbsp; ( 21 December, Page 05) -Circular economy, green factory key to sustainable dev of RMG sector Experts tell 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