2026-06-08
The State Bank of Bangladesh issued Circular No. 03 to establish a Tk. 1,000 Crore refinance scheme for Green Factory Buildings and Green Industry. Participatory Financial Institutions (PFIs) are authorized to provide loans at interest rates not exceeding 5% while paying 2% to the SBP, subject to strict eligibility criteria including debt-equity ratios and environmental compliance. The circular mandates specific application procedures, documentation, and quarterly reporting to ensure the funds are utilized for sustainable development goals.