2011
Lawachara Eco-park Sponsorship
To facilitate natural forestry preservation, HSBC Bangladesh became the sole sponsor of the interior decoration of the exhibition hall of Lawachara eco-park - one of the major national reserves in Bangladesh and the only local rainforest. This forest consists of 460 species including 167 plant species, 4 amphibian species, 6 reptile species, 246 bird species and 20 mammal species and is situated in Moulvibazaar, Bangladesh. 8 kilometres east from Srimongal town, this 1,250 - hectare forest is one of the most beautiful tropical forests in the region. Lawachara is also called a Bird Safari for the abundance of different species of birds found in the range.
Rainwater Harvesting Project
With an aim to provide safe drinking water and ensure optimum usage of rainwater, HSBC Bangladesh installed two rainwater harvesting plants in two schools in Dhaka city namely Banani Bidyaniketon and Viqarunnisa Noon School and College. The plants will provide pure drinking water to over 3000 students.