Blog Archives

Seeking solid solutions to solid waste-BY KATHYA DE SILVA SENARATH Source:Sundayobserver Solid waste management has been a major issue for Sri Lanka due to increased industrial activity and complicated lifestyles. The problem was persistent for many years but came to the fore especially after the collapse of the Meethotamulla waste disposal site in 2017 taking lives with it. Solid waste and its fast growing nature has become a bottleneck for the development of a country. The President’s Saubagyagye Dekma policy has given priority to create a clean environment. The policy has set out goals and strategies for government institutes and they are achievable with strong implementation methods. Waste generation According to the Environmental Foundation and UNESCAP, Sri Lanka generates 7000 MT of solid waste per day with the Western Province accounting for nearly 60% of waste generation. Each person generates an average of 1 to 0.4kg of waste per day ...