Bangladesh: Green investments by clothing buyers in garment factories have not translated into higher prices, according to manufacturers
"Bangladesh's green garment factories win global recognition, not higher prices", 7 August 2026
Bangladesh has emerged as the global leader in sustainable apparel manufacturing, hosting 290 LEED-certified garment factories, including 125 Platinum and 145 Gold facilities.
...manufacturers say green investments have yet to translate into better prices from international buyers.
Building a LEED-certified garment factory typically requires an investment of $8 to $15 million, with construction costs estimated to be 20–30% higher than those of conventional factories...
Industry leaders...argue that buyers rarely offer price premiums or financial incentives to offset the higher costs of sustainable manufacturing.
Shovon Islam, Managing Director of Sparrow Group, said LEED certification has become more of a marketing tool than a commercial advantage, noting that international buyers generally do not pay higher prices simply because a factory is LEED-certified...