Publications
CPD’s current publication list contains more than 500 titles including Books, Monographs, Working Papers, Dialogue Briefs and Policy Briefs. If you want to collect the hard copies of the publications, please contact with CPD. You can find the soft copies of the book in the CPD website.

December 31, 2023
The plastic industry faces unique challenges, such as structural issues due to small-scale operations in non-designed spaces, informal segments leading to substandard conditions, and reliance on complex machinery contributing to accidents and worker fatigue. Read more

December 31, 2023
The plastic industry of Bangladesh constitutes 1 per cent of the GDP and generates USD 166.25 million in exports. However, the industry is grappling with significant Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) challenges Read more

December 27, 2023
The study focuses on the critical role of Green Public Financial Management (PFM) in aligning fiscal policies with environmental goals. Recognising the urgent need for climate action and substantial financing, the Government of Bangladesh (GoB) has outlined ambitious plans and policies. Read more

November 30, 2023
The power and energy sector of Bangladesh has been confronting several challenges that adversely affected various economic activities in households, agriculture, industries and businesses. Read more

November 20, 2023
The book presents new empirical data supplemented with critical analysis of processes, actors and actions that have been the drivers of Bangladesh’s transformation and offers new ways of understanding Bangladesh. Read more

November 19, 2023
Financing needs in tackling the climate change-related challenges in Bangladesh is huge. For instance, the implementation of the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) will require USD 230 billion during 2023 to 2050 time period. Read more

November 19, 2023
This study addresses the critical issue of Bangladesh's pursuit of sustained and secure energy amidst its transition from a Least Developed Country (LDC) after 2026 and become a middle-income nation by 2050. Read more

November 15, 2023
Bangladesh's power and energy sector is dynamic, and the landscape keeps changing constantly. The government and public authorities related to the power and energy sector take initiatives, policy measures, and operational decisions regularly. Read more

November 14, 2023
This research investigates the gendered impacts of recent crises, particularly the Least Developed Country (LDC) graduation, the COVID-19 pandemic, and geopolitical challenges, on women in Bangladesh. Read more

October 31, 2023
The study aims to assess the state of green transition initiatives in Bangladesh's textile and RMG sector. It seeks to gather evidence on the adoption of green practices, identify barriers and drivers for such initiatives, assess factory knowledge Read more

October 23, 2023
Leather Working Group (LWG) is one of the most prominent global leather supply chain certifications. It is a prime prerequisite for exporting leather, particularly in US and EU markets. Read more

September 27, 2023
Bangladesh’s cities lead the world in levels of air and plastic pollution. Bangladesh was determined to have the most polluted air in the world in 2020 and 2021 according to IQAir, while Dhaka had the worst air quality of any city in 2021. Read more