In Short : Sri Lanka has made a progressive move by allowing floating solar energy firms to operate on the Samanalawewa reservoir. This decision signifies the country’s commitment to harnessing renewable energy and reducing its carbon footprint. By utilizing water surfaces for solar installations, Sri Lanka is maximizing its clean energy potential and promoting sustainable practices. This initiative aligns with global efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources and underscores the importance of utilizing innovative solutions to combat climate change.
In Detail : Sri Lanka’s state-run Ceylon Electricity Board will allow private developers to build floating solar plants on a reservoir owned by the utility, Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.
The CEB has plans to develop 3000 Mega Watts of floating and ground mounted solar and 1000 MW of wind power.
“The government plans to make the prepared resources available on competitive bidding process for developers,” Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said in a twitter.com message.
“As an initial step in achieving the RE targets, the CEB owned Samanalawewa Reservoir will be made available for potential developers for floating solar development on a competitive bidding process.”
The decision was made when officials of Ministry of Power and Energy, Ceylon Electricity Board, and the Sustainable Energy Authority met on October 06, the message said.