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Ministry Launches 'Surakimu Lanka' Program for School Energy Conservation

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has launched the "Surakimu Lanka" school energy conservation program, accompanied by a new circular for its implementation. This initiative aims to foster a culture of energy conservation and promote efficient energy usage throughout the nation's school system. The program seeks to enhance energy security and environmental sustainability, particularly in light of anticipated climate pattern changes like El Niño, which could lead to increased daytime temperatures and water scarcity. Schools are instructed to carry out the relevant activities before the conclusion of the first academic term, prior to the commencement of holidays, or on a suitable alternative date if necessary. The overarching theme for the program is "Save Energy Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow," encouraging responsible practices among students and the wider school community.

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Update #3\u00b7 Apr 9 · 11:31 AM

The 'Surakimu Lanka' School Energy Conservation Programme officially commenced its implementation on April 9, with the main Western Province ceremony held at Kottawa Dharmapala Vidyalaya. Preceding this, a special seminar was conducted on April 8 for principals, teachers, and preschool teachers island-wide to educate them on the program, specifically emphasizing the minimization of unnecessary night-time electricity waste. The initiative is a collaborative effort involving the Ministry of Education, the Presidential Secretariat, the Ministry of Power and Energy, the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, and the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority, operating under the broader 'Clean Sri Lanka' program. It aims to establish energy security amidst the global energy crisis and local dry weather conditions, covering government, government-approved private schools, and Pirivenas through student-centered creative activities.

Update #2\u00b7 Apr 8 · 5:16 AM

The 'Surakimu Lanka' School Energy Conservation Programme, introduced by the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, is set to be implemented in all schools across the country starting tomorrow, April 9. The Ministry stated that the program aims to foster an energy conservation culture, enhance energy efficiency, and promote environmental sustainability within the school system. A new circular has been issued in this regard, with the program expected to be carried out before the end of the first school term.

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