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Pathfinder Foundation charts roadmap for Sri Lanka’s critical minerals sector | Daily FT
2+ hour, 58+ min ago (63+ words) The Pathfinder Foundation (PF) convened its Seventh Diplomatic Dialogue, themed "Unlocking Sri Lanka's Mineral Sector " Opportunities for Sustainable Investment and Strategic Partnerships, bringing .. Tuesday Feb 03, 2026 From left: Capital Maharaja Group Executive Director Nimal S. Cooke, Prof. Kithsiri Dissanayake, Pathfinder Foundation Chairman…...
Solar power policy teetering at the edge… and a rooftop call for sustainable clarity
2+ week, 1+ day ago (196+ words) Monday Jan 19, 2026 The blackout resulted from incorrect transmission protection settings and operational errors at major hydro generation facilities, especially Victoria " not rooftop solar excess. It is noted that the official report by the CEB on the blackout has not highlighted…...
Solar power on irrigation canals: A dual solution for energy and water conservation
1+ mon, 17+ hour ago (765+ words) Saturday Jan 03, 2026 Solar power: A rising global force Sri Lanka is naturally well endowed for solar energy generation. The country receives abundant sunlight throughout the year, especially in the dry zone, where solar radiation ranges between 4.0 and 6.0 kWh/m/day....
HNB and Prime EV unite to accelerate Sri Lanka’s shift to Deepal vehicles via providing best leasing solutions | Daily FT
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (71+ words) Saturday Dec 20, 2025 From left: HNB Bank Associate Harshana Munasinghe, Assistant Manager - Leasing Viraj De Silva, Product Manager - Leasing Mahesh Ratnayake, Vice President - Leasing Udara Pathinayake, Senior VP/Head of Retail Banking Kanchana Karunagama, and Senok Trade Combine Deputy Managing Director…...
Eurus Power Solutions appointed Exclusive Partner in Sri Lanka to Beijing Sifang Automation Company | Daily FT
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (25+ words) Beijing-headquartered company is a pioneer in automation technology and a globally recognised innovator in the field of power and energy .. Saturday Nov 01, 2025...
Govt. expands tax exemptions for renewable energy, green manufacturing | Daily FT
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (62+ words) In a move aimed at accelerating the country's transition towards renewable energy and sustainable industrial growth, the Government has announced new regulations granting duty and tax exemptions for the import and local purchase of capital goods used in priority development…...
Trending trade in rare earths: Turning Sri Lanka’s mineral potential into national power | Daily FT
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (475+ words) Wednesday Oct 15, 2025 By advancing into rare earths and graphite, Sri Lanka can build a new export pillar, and become a trusted supplier to global industries The invisible minerals powering our world This is the global "rare earth race. It is…...
Sri Lanka to explore floating solar power development | Daily FT
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (166+ words) By Charumini de Silva Recognising the potential of floating solar power as an emerging technology in Sri Lanka's renewable energy sector, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved beginning the procurement process to invite proposals from qualified companies for consultancy…...
Hayleys enters into ‘mobility’ in deal with China’s Chery Automobile | Daily FT
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (135+ words) Hayleys Mobility, the newest venture under Hayleys Fentons, yesterday announced its entry into the electric and hybrid vehicle market through an exclusive distribution partnership with OMODA and .. Thursday Aug 07, 2025 Discover Kapruka, the leading online shopping platform in Sri Lanka, where…...
Delusion of fund raising: How a group of electrical engineers is starving power sector of investment | Daily FT
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (103+ words) Monday Aug 11, 2025 Generation and transmission must grow to support a growing economy and energy transition Generation and transmission must grow to support a growing economy and energy transition. Distribution infrastructure requires major upgrades too " on one side to support rooftop…...