Renewable Energy Development Front Holds Special Discussion on Sri Lanka’s Solar Power Industry

The Renewable Energy Development Front has organised a special discussion in Colombo to examine the current situation, challenges and future direction of Sri Lanka’s solar power and renewable energy sectors.

The meeting brought together directors, managers and industry representatives from solar energy companies across the country to discuss key issues affecting the industry and explore ways to ensure its sustainable development.

Several important areas were discussed, including:

• Technical challenges faced by renewable energy and solar power companies.

• Gaps and shortcomings in government policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks.

• Issues relating to Net Metering and Net Accounting schemes, and their future direction.

• The long-term sustainability of solar energy businesses.

• Employment security and sustainable growth within the industry.

Held under the theme “Let Us Unite for a Sustainable Energy Future!”, the programme aimed to address challenges facing Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector and identify ways to strengthen its future development.

Among those who addressed the gathering were Iresh Wijerathne, Deputy Treasurer; Dr. Asoka Abeygunawardena, an energy expert; Sajith Jayawardena, Secretary; and H. J. Ruwan Chamara, Chairman of the Renewable Energy Development Front.