The primary energy source of Sri Lanka is fossil fuels such as diesel and coal. Sri Lanka used 12.8 million tons of oil equivalent energy in 2020, consisting of 43% of crude oil and finished products, 37% of biomass, 11% of coal, 6% of hydro and 3% of other renewable energy. In the future goal …

Potential Renewable Energy Sources in Sri LankaRead More

This review paper discusses the devastating impact of the X-Press Pearl incident, which is considered the worst maritime disaster in Sri Lanka’s history, on the country’s coastal environment, local communities, and economy. To mitigate the impacts of shipping on the marine environment, the paper proposes a hazard identification and risk analysis system. The system aims …

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment of X-press Pearl Marine DisasterRead More

Environmental constraints and public awareness of concerns such as pollution and sustainable development have garnered considerable attention in recent decades. The move away from fossil fuels and toward alternative energy is of the utmost importance, despite the difficulty of meeting the Paris agreement’s targets. Biodiesel is an exciting alternative fuel that is being extensively researched …

Pilot plant designing and implementation for biodiesel productionRead More

Sri Lanka is a tropical island that experiences beautiful environmental conditions and consists of many natural resources. Primarily Sri Lanka includes forests and biodiversity, minerals and water resources. The main objective is to provide a concise and up-to-date insight into the state of the environment and environmental challenges. Sri Lanka has suddenly acquired industrialization as …

Environmental Pollution and Prevention Techniques – Sri LankaRead More