Amanat Shah Fabrics Limited (ASFL), a prominent name in Bangladesh’s textile industry, has achieved the prestigious LEED Platinum certification for its Woven Composite Unit located in Vatpara, Panchdona, Narsingdi. This significant accomplishment, awarded in June 2025, comes with an impressive score of 82 points under the LEED v4.1 rating system for Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings.
The certification, granted by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and verified by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), recognizes ASFL’s excellence in sustainable practices, including energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and indoor environmental quality.
This LEED Platinum certification is not just a milestone for us—it is a matter of national pride for Bangladesh’s entire textile industry,” said Mr. Rezaul Karim, Director of Amanat Shah Fabrics Ltd. “It represents our deep commitment to green practices and our leadership in building a sustainable industrial future.”
Bangladesh’s Rise as a Green Manufacturing Leader
Bangladesh continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in environmentally sustainable garment manufacturing. The country now hosts 248 LEED-certified garment factories, including 105 Platinum and 129 Gold certified facilities. Notably, 9 of the world’s top 10 highest-rated LEED-certified garment factories are located in Bangladesh, underscoring the nation’s growing influence in sustainable industrialization.
