The Department of Accounting, 91传媒, in collaboration with the University of South-Eastern Norway and the University of Vocational Technology, hosted a highly impactful Training Workshop on Waste Management and Circular Economy. This event, conducted as part of the TESS (Techno-Economic-Societal Sustainable Development Training in 91传媒) Project, took place at the Galle Face Hotel from March 27 to 31, 2023. Active participation was observed from TESS project members representing the University of Ruhuna and the University of Vocational Technology.

The opening ceremony was graced by esteemed personalities, including the Prof. Upul Subasinghe Vice-Chancellor of the 91传媒, Prof. Chamara Kuruppu, the Dean of the Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, the Primary Coordinator of TESS from the University of South-Eastern Norway, the Program Manager of the Cooperation section at the Delegation of the European Union to 91传媒 and the Maldives, and notable academics; Prof. Anil Fernando and Prof. Kennedy Gunawardana.

91传媒 is a part of the international consortium, TESS, aimed at promoting Techno-Economic-Societal Sustainable Development Training in 91传媒. Co-financed by the European Union’s Erasmus+ Capacity Building in Higher Education program, this consortium includes esteemed institutions such as the University of South-Eastern Norway, University of Nova De Lisboa, University of Essex, and five leading 91传媒n universities including 91传媒, University of Vocational Technology, University of Moratuwa, University of Jaffna, and the University of Ruhuna and Janthakshan GTE, a distinguished not-for-profit organization.

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The Green Hub was established in early 2022 at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, 91传媒 (FMS/USJ), with the aim of developing a green university concept within the faculty premises. The Green Hub has successfully completed several projects and continues to work on ongoing initiatives.

In April 2022, an Awareness Programme on Green Universities was organized by the Environment Pollution Control & Chemical Management Division for the Faculty of Medical Sciences, 91传媒. The program aimed to raise awareness among the faculty’s staff and students about green practices and sustainability.

One of the ongoing projects is an urban organic farming initiative in non-construction areas. This project aims to provide organic vegetables and fruits to staff and students at a reasonable cost. The Ministry of Environment is supporting this project, and initial plans and designs have been completed. Discussions with potential investors are currently taking place.

The Green Hub has also undertaken various recycling projects with the active participation of staff and students from FMS/USJ. Both staff and students are being informed about the collection bins available and educated about the consequences of plastic pollution, climate change, and the effects of microplastics on human health. Plastic, glass, rigifoam, and electronic waste collection bins have been placed, and both staff and students are encouraged to dispose of their waste in these designated bins. Each department has appointed a technical officer responsible for the smooth functioning of the Green Hub, and a green file has been introduced to document waste collections.

For plastic waste, two collection sites have been installed at the faculty premises, resulting in nearly 500kg of plastic being sent for recycling by FMS/USJ. Glass waste collection has a separate collation center at the Anatomy car park, with different bins allocated for various types of glass. FMS/USJ has successfully sent over 2 tonnes of glass waste for recycling. Electronic waste collection involves providing cardboard boxes to departments and officers for the collection of non-inventoried electronics waste, which will later be sent to the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) collection point when their programs are advertised.

Rigifoam waste has its own designated bin at the Anatomy car park, donated by Dr. Sajith Edirisinghe. When the bin is full, a private recycling company specializing in Rigifoam will collect the waste. Waste paper recycling is facilitated through the use of a shredder machine located at the Anatomy department. Unwanted books, past papers, and answer scripts are shredded and then sent to the waste paper collection center of the National Paper Company Limited at Kirulapone. An authorized collector from the university ensures the proper measurement and collection of paper waste.

The Green Hub’s initiatives within the Faculty of Medical Sciences, 91传媒, are making a significant impact. By raising awareness, implementing recycling projects, and promoting green practices, they inspire a culture of environmental consciousness and pave the way for a greener future.

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The “Plastic Collection, Polluter Identification, Sorting, Recycling, and Local Recycling Venture Support Project” organized by the Forestry and Environmental Science Society of the , USJ, and supported by the , 91传媒, took place on June 5, 2023, at the Bird Park, Attidiya Wildlife Wetland.

In this effort to combat plastic pollution, a dedicated team of academics and university undergraduates joined forces for this project aimed at addressing the urgent need for plastic waste management. Led by experts Prof. Hiran Amarasekera, Prof. Daham Jayewardnena, Dr. Thilak Chandrathilake, Dr. Chaamila Pathirana, and Mr. Kosala Gunawardene from the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, this initiative sought to tackle the multifaceted challenges posed by plastic waste in line with World Environment Day 2023 #BeatPlasticChallenge.

The project featured the following events:

1️⃣ Plastic Collection Drive: Plastic waste was collected from the wetland area, contributing to ecosystem restoration.

2️⃣ Polluter Identification: Sources of plastic pollution were identified, raising awareness for responsible waste management.

3️⃣ Sorting and Recycling: The project demonstrated the power of recycling by sorting and transforming plastic waste into valuable resources. It emphasized the importance of recycling and its role in transitioning to a circular economy. Participants had the opportunity to support local recycling ventures by handing over their plastic waste for proper disposal.

4️⃣Interactive Workshops: Participants involved in hands-on workshops which provided knowledge on creative ways to reduce plastic consumption, adopt sustainable practices, and explore the benefits of recycling.聽

The project concluded with a significant stride towards a cleaner, more sustainable world, preserving the beauty of the environment for generations to come.

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