Walton High-Tech Industries Limited has been awarded with the ‘Green Factory Award’ for the second consecutive year, recognising its sustainable manufacturing practices and environmental stewardship. The Ministry of Labour and Employment presented the accolade during a ceremony at Osmani Memorial Auditorium on Tuesday.
The company’s additional managing director, Md. Yusuf Ali, accepted the award from Brigadier General (retd) Dr M. Shakhawat Hossain, adviser to multiple ministries. Senior government officials and industry representatives attended the event, which celebrated 30 factories across 16 sectors for their ecological compliance.
“This recognition reaffirms our commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing,” said Ali. “We’ve invested significantly in renewable energy and waste management systems to minimise our ecological footprint.”
Walton’s sustainability initiatives include operating Bangladesh’s largest floating solar plant (1MW capacity) and implementing comprehensive metal/plastic recycling programmes. The electronics manufacturer has integrated energy-efficient technologies across its production facilities, complementing existing rooftop solar installations.
The award scheme, established under national industrial policy, encourages adoption of clean technologies while improving workplace safety standards. Walton joins an elite group of repeat recipients, having previously won in 2024 alongside other honours including the National Environment Award (2018) and Export Trophy Gold (2022).
Industry analysts note Walton’s recognition reflects growing emphasis on sustainable manufacturing in Bangladesh’s industrial sector. The company maintains compliance with international environmental standards while supplying domestic and export markets with consumer electronics and home appliances.
The Bangladeshi manufacturer operates one of South Asia’s largest electronics production facilities, employing over 20,000 workers. Its product range includes refrigerators, air conditioners and televisions distributed across more than 40 countries.