StanChart initiates to cut energy consumption 

Standard Chartered Bangladesh has introduced several initiatives that aim to cut down on energy consumption and drive efficiency across all of the bank’s office spaces and branches.

The initiatives are designed to complement the government’s recently announced conservation measures and are being implemented with immediate effect, the bank said in a statement.

The bank has also announced the ‘Embracing Sustainability Challenge’ – a united country-wide challenge to make further strides in driving environmental conservation. The Challenge will encourage staff to think greener, approach sustainability as a way of life, and lead by example.

Starting in August, all staff will take part in 30 days of action, participating in activities centred on four themes: Going Green, Conserving Water, Conserving Energy and Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

Standard Chartered Bangladesh Chief Executive Officer Naser Ezaz Bijoy said, “The world economy is experiencing more headwinds from the fallout of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, resulting in higher inflation and pressure on foreign exchange rates around world. Bangladesh remains relatively resilient due to low external government debt and near self-sufficiency in our staple food.” 

“We can individually and collectively make a difference by helping our beloved nation to avoid the slippery slope of a potential future crisis, just by making minor adjustments to our lives and in how we operate. Together, we can steady the ship and power Bangladesh forward,” he added.

With over 117 years of uninterrupted presence in the nation, Standard Chartered Bangladesh is the only multinational universal Bank in Bangladesh. As the nation’s longstanding partner in progress, Standard Chartered has provided banking services to people and companies to help foster greater success, wealth, job creation, and growth.

The Bank’s commitment to promoting economic and social development in Bangladesh is centred around principles of sustainability and equity. Via community initiatives centred on health, environment, and sustainability, Standard Chartered has contributed to protecting lives, livelihoods, and the planet.