IPDC Finance PLC. officially unveiled its Annual Calendar 2026, themed “Sustainability for the People and Planet” at an evening event attended by distinguished guests, valued partners, and members of the IPDC family. The launch underscored IPDC’s strategic focus on advancing sustainability and achieving Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals through sustainable and green finance, alongside impactful corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, to support inclusive and long-term development in Bangladesh.
Over the years, the IPDC Annual Calendar has evolved into a signature institutional initiative that goes beyond marking time. The 2026 edition reflects IPDC’s belief that responsible finance can be a powerful catalyst for environmental stewardship, social inclusion and economic resilience. Each month of the calendar highlights an inspiring sustainable business or community-led initiative, showcasing how enterprises are successfully aligning environmental responsibility, social impact and sound governance with commercial viability.
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The 2026 calendar features twelve organizations whose work exemplifies sustainability-driven innovation and measurable positive impact. The featured organizations include ActionAid Bangladesh, Muspana Filament Engineering Ltd., Hashimukh Somaj Kallayan Songstha, Rigel Energy Ltd., M.S.E Casting Pillar Karkhana, Bismillah Plastic Center, Amal Foundation, Natural Fibers, Laxman Jute Mills Ltd., MEP Light Industries Ltd., AKN International Agro Farm & Fisheries, and Obhizatrik Foundation. Together, these organizations demonstrate how sustainability-led business models and community-focused initiatives can create shared value for society, protect natural resources and contribute to a more equitable and future-ready economy.
Speaking at the launch, Rizwan Dawood Shams, Managing Director of IPDC Finance PLC., said,
“At IPDC, sustainability is integral to how we design our products, engage with our clients and deliver value to society. Through sustainable and green finance as well as our CSR initiatives, we aim to enable businesses that drive positive ESG outcomes. This calendar celebrates enterprises that prove responsible choices for people and the planet can also generate long-term business success.”
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Also addressing the event, Samiul Hashim, Head of Brand and Corporate Communication of IPDC Finance PLC. said,
“The stories captured in the IPDC Annual Calendar 2026 reflect the real-world impact of responsible and sustainable finance. They show how strong values, when embedded into business decisions, can accelerate progress toward ESG goals and create lasting change for communities and the environment.”
By dedicating its Annual Calendar 2026 to sustainability-focused enterprises, IPDC Finance PLC. reaffirmed its role as a responsible financial institution committed to promoting ESG-aligned growth through green finance, sustainable investments and CSR-driven partnerships. The calendar stands as a reminder that today’s financial and business decisions have the power to shape a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable future for generations to come.
