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Purpose-led progress for Bangladesh

Sustainability Summit 2026

A platform for leaders, practitioners, innovators and next-generation changemakers to advance climate action, responsible business, ESG integration and sustainable growth.

Event Date July 18, 2026
Venue InterContinental Dhaka
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EditionSustainability Summit 2026
FormatKeynotes, Panels & Insight Sessions
AudienceBusiness, Policy & Development Leaders
FocusESG, Climate & Sustainable Business
Why Join the Summit

Responsible Business, Competitive Bangladesh

The theme for this year's edition, Responsible Business, Competitive Bangladesh, reflects a growing recognition that sustainable business practices are no longer optional. As Bangladesh prepares for its next phase of economic development, the private sector has a critical role to play in integrating environmental stewardship, social responsibility and sound governance into core business strategy.

Through this theme, the summit demonstrates that responsible business is not merely an ethical imperative, but a strategic pathway to innovation, investment, resilience and sustained growth, helping build a more competitive Bangladesh.

6Core focus areas
360°Stakeholder dialogue
2026Built for the next chapter
Summit's Focus Areas

The conversations that matter.

A curated agenda designed around the sustainability priorities shaping Bangladesh’s business and development landscape.

Climate Change

Strategies for climate resilience, mitigation and adaptation.

Energy

Clean energy transition and responsible energy choices.

Social

Inclusive growth, communities and shared prosperity.

Economy & Investment

Sustainable finance, ESG-linked investment and long-term value.

Agriculture & Food Security

Responsible food systems and resilient agricultural practices.

Sustainable Business Conduct

Embedding ESG into governance, operations and leadership.

Agenda

Information of Summit

A curated agenda featuring keynote sessions, panel discussions, case studies, insight sessions and the SDG Brand Champion Awards Gala.

9:45 AM - 9:55 AM

Welcome Speech

9:55 AM - 10:05 AM

Opening Speech

Shariful Islam

Founder & Managing Director

Bangladesh Brand Forum
10:05 AM - 10:25 AM

Chief Guest Remark & Keynote Session

Sustainable Finance: Mobilising Capital for Bangladesh's Green Transition

Masud Khan

Chairman

Bangladesh Securities & Exchange Commission (BSEC)
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM

Keynote Session (Virtual)

The Sustainability Edge: Winning Through Purpose, Innovation and Trust

Prof. Philip Kotler

Father of Modern Marketing

Dr. Khalid Hasan

President

ResInt Sustainability Institute, Canada
10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

Tea Break

11:25 AM - 11:55 AM

Keynote Session

Why Sustainability is the New Growth Imperative for Business

Dr. Shraman Jha

Chief Executive Officer

Hindustan Unilever Foundation
11:55 AM - 12:40 PM

Panel Discussion

Boardroom to Bottom Line: Embedding Sustainability into Business Strategy

Ruhul Quddus Khan (TBC)

CEO & Managing Director

Unilever Bangladesh
Mohammad Iqbal Chowdhury (TBC)

Chief Executive Officer

LafargeHolcim Bangladesh PLC.
Aameir Alihussain (TBC)

Managing Director

Bangladesh Steel Re-Rolling Mills Ltd. (BSRM)
Sayef Uddin Nasir (TBC)

Managing Director

SMC Enterprise Ltd.
Johan Buse (TBC)

Chief Executive Officer

Banglalink Digital Communications Ltd.
12:40 PM - 01:00 PM

Case Study

Sustainability in Action: How Bangladeshi Businesses are Creating Shared Value

M Masrur Reaz

Chairman & Founder

Policy Exchange Bangladesh

Chairman & Co-founder

Tri-info Tech Limited (OGGROW)
01:00 PM - 01:45 PM

Panel Discussion

How Sustainable Practice is Rewriting an Industry

01:45 PM - 02:30 PM

Lunch Break

02:30 PM - 02:50 PM

Insight Session

Data, Disclosure and ESG Reporting: The New Language of Business Trust

Dr. Melita Mehjabeen

Professor

Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka
02:50 PM - 03:20 PM

Fireside Chat

The Business of Purpose: Why Sustainability is Non-Negotiable for Bangladesh

03:20 PM - 03:40 PM

Insight Session

Carbon Credit: Turning Carbon into Cash

Shuvashish Bhowmick

Managing Director

ATEC Global (BD)
03:40 PM - 04:25 PM

Panel Discussion

How Responsible Business Conduct is a Must for All Business and How Can We Drive This

Dr. Arif Dowla (TBC)

Managing Director

ACI PLC.
Ahsan Khan Chowdhury (TBC)

Chairman & CEO

PRAN-RFL Group
Dr. A K Enamul Haque (TBC)

Director General

Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS)
Johan Buse (TBC)

Chief Executive Officer

Banglalink Digital Communications Ltd.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM

SDG Brand Champion Awards Gala

Speakers

Voices Leading the Sustainability Conversation

Meet the leaders, practitioners and changemakers contributing to climate action, responsible business, ESG integration and sustainable growth.

Keynote Speakers

Speakers

Get Inspired

Rethink sustainability for a resilient future.

Discover how industries are transforming through climate action, green innovation and responsible leadership. Learn from changemakers driving sustainable growth and shaping tomorrow’s regenerative economy.

Summit Direction

From awareness to action, the summit is built to help organizations translate sustainability into strategy, investment and measurable impact.

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Registration Fee

Person-wise registration rate.

Please review the applicable fee slab before completing the registration process.

No. of Persons Registration Fee
Per Person BDT 15,000 + 15% VAT
5 - 9 Persons BDT 13,000 + 15% VAT (Per Person)
10 Persons (Table) BDT 110,000 + 15% VAT

Important Notes:

  • Each registration is valid for one person only.
  • If sold, the registration fee is non-refundable.
  • The registered participant agrees to comply with the rules and regulations of Sustainability Summit 2026 and its commercial obligation towards valued partners.
  • The organizer of the event reserves the right to change the event date and program agenda without prior notice.
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