Bangladesh Climate Action Forum

Coming together to act for the planet

Bangladesh
Climate Action
Forum

The Programme

The Bangladesh Climate Action Forum is a pivotal platform aimed at uniting stakeholders across various sectors to address and combat climate change in Bangladesh. It brings together industry leaders, policymakers, NGOs, and other key players to foster dialogue, collaboration, and action towards sustainable practices and innovations. The forum focuses on cultivating climate leadership, enhancing technical skills for decarbonization, adaptation, and climate justice, and showcasing low-carbon technologies, thereby playing a crucial role in driving the country’s efforts towards a sustainable and resilient future.

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19 m

Bangladesh is one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, with an estimated 19 million people at risk of displacement due to sea-level rise by 2050.

Source: McKinsey & Company

$1 b

Extreme weather events like tropical cyclones cost Bangladesh about $1 billion annually. Severe flooding could lead to a GDP decline of up to 9%, significantly affecting the textile industry due to its substantial economic contribution.

Source: World Bank

10%

The fashion industry is responsible for approximately 10% of global carbon emissions, more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. This underscores the urgent need for decarbonization initiatives within the industry.

Source: Global Textile Source

50%

Implementing innovative low-carbon technologies in the fashion industry can reduce carbon emissions by up to 50%, showcasing the potential for significant environmental benefits through collective action and technological advancement.

Coming together to act for the planet