SM Sourcing, a garments manufacturing facility in Gazipur, has formally received LEED Platinum Certificate in recognition of sustainability leadership. This is an official recognition by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) for achieving the esteemed LEED Platinum certification.
This milestone showcased SM Sourcing’s dedication to sustainable practices and its commitment to environmental stewardship, read a press release.
SM Sourcing takes immense pride in achieving LEED Platinum certification with highest LEED points (106 of 110), and became the best Green Building Project in the World, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey towards environmental stewardship and sustainable development.
This achievement underscores SM Sourcing’s unwavering commitment to creating a greener, healthier future for generations to come. During the ceremony, held on Monday at 360 TSL Training Center, Dhanmondi, Dhaka, showcased the innovative features and technologies that contributed to its LEED Platinum certification.
From energy-efficient design elements to water conservation measures, SM Sourcing its holistic approach to sustainability and its proactive efforts to minimize its environmental impact.
USGBC Faculty, Associate Director of Market Development Santanu Dutta Gupta handed over the certificate and LEED Plaque from GBCI & USGBC as Honourable Guest.
Santanu said, “Receiving the LEED Platinum certification is a significant achievement for SM Sourcing, and it reflects its on-going commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. GBCI & USGBC like to congratulate the entire team for becoming the best ‘Green Building Project’ in the World.”
CEO of SM Sourcing Mirza Shams Mahmud Shakti stated his pride in elevating Bangladesh’s position on the global stage. He said, “Among the many sustainability initiatives, we focused on the rainwater storing system under the garden on the factory premises and its diversified usage in the factory. Also, we have a rooftop solar power system.
“Carbon emission can be identified as our planet’s number one enemy. Reducing carbon from the environment is a global challenge. Despite being a garment factory, our commitment to our planet’s wellbeing and safety is uncompromising. Our buyers and vendors are both equally concerned deeply about our environment.
“Going Green will not only ensure reducing energy and water usage along with lower operating costs but also improved indoor air quality and increased employee productivity,” he added.
International Green Building Expert, LEED AP, USGBC Faculty and the Principal LEED Consultant of 360 TSL Ananta Ahmed hosted the program. He said, “LEED is not just a certificate, it is the most effective business management system if we understand and follow. Benefits are very high and should not be ignored.”
He also said “SM Sourcing is the shining example of that. If we understand LEED Green Building Concepts in a factual way, the cost is not an issue and if we analyse the costs and benefits in a meaningful way, we will see that LEED Green Building costs are less then regular buildings, and those generate more profit.
“The remarkable LEED points (106 out of 110) marked a significant milestone in SM Sourcing's journey towards environmental stewardship and sustainable development. This achievement underscores a strong commitment to creating a greener, healthier future for generations to come.”
