Category: Environment

A dramatic transformation is taking place in the heart of Bagmara, Rajshahi, Bangladesh, thanks to the grassroots initiative by BD Clean. BD Clean – Bagmara, a successful extension of the largest Bangladeshi environmental organization—BD Clean, has emerged as a light of hope in the battle against pollution. Bagmara subdistrict, known for its cultural heritage and…

Study by CPD reveals that 40% of Bangladesh’s mismanaged plastic waste pollutes Karnaphuli, threatening ecosystems in southern Bangladesh.

The picturesque subdistrict of Bagmara, renowned for its cultural richness, is currently facing a criticalenvironmental challenge, similar to the whole nation. The escalating problem of waste, particularly plasticpollution, is causing alarming environmental degradation. The rapid increase in population andurbanization has led to a dramatic rise in waste generation, with single-use plastics being a significantcontributor. This…

Drinking 250 milliliters of soft drink using a plastic straw takes two minutes. Even if you toss away the bottle and straw right away, the chemical components in them will stay in nature for up to 500 years. Every year, Bangladesh produces 821,250 metric tons of plastic trash. Department of Environment (DoE) research shows that…