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“The Government Is Ready to Fully Support the Use of Hydrogen as a Renewable Energy Source”

  • September 18, 2025
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Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Stakeholder Consultation on Draft Renewable Hydrogen Policy of Sri Lanka held today (18) in Colombo, the Minister of Energy Eng. Kumara Jayakody...
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“If the Electricity Act had not been amended, 12,000 CEB employees could have lost their jobs – We are going to develop the electricity sector, while protecting employees, securing their jobs and safeguarding their rights.”

  • September 15, 2025
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“We have been able not only to defeat, but also to reverse the scheme put into action by the previous government to privatize the power sector, especially without considering...
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Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody inspects the construction progress of the ongoing 5MW/10.7MWh Battery Energy Storage System project in Hambanthota aimed at storing solar energy

  • September 9, 2025
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The construction work of Sri Lanka’s pioneering 5 MW/10.7 MWh Battery Energy Storage System Project, designed to store the electricity generated during the afternoon when solar power production is...
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Energy Minister Lays Foundation Stone for a New Grid Substation in Sampoor, Which Will Serve as a Renewable Energy Transmission Hub

  • September 8, 2025
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Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody has recently laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new grid substation in the Sampoor area with the aim of enhancing...
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As a People-Centered Government, We Are ‍ready to deal sensitively with the Issues Faced by the Public during the Implementation of Development Projects.

  • September 7, 2025
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Energy Minister Eng.Kumara Jayakody during his visit to Mannar Each and every development project implemented by this government is aimed at ensuring the progress and prosperity of the country...
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Strengthening National Grid New Habarana Grid Substation Inaugurated with Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody’s Participation

  • September 4, 2025
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Marking a significant step towards strengthening and stabilizing the national grid, the CEB-owned new grid substation constructed on a 16-acre site was inaugurated today (03) in Habarana under the...
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It is the responsibility of the workforce and genuine trade unions to support the new government’s program to reverse the previous government’s privatization scheme and establish state ownership of the electricity sector.

  • September 2, 2025
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– Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody A discussion with regard to the current situation of the electricity restructuring program, with a special focus on criticisms raised by the employees...
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“Each unit of electricity produced by renewable sources, including solar energy, helps protect the environment and save foreign exchange- which is why we prioritize small and medium-scale solar power projects.” Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody At the opening ceremony of the power plant by Vidullanka PLC

  • August 30, 2025
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“Our country is fortunate to be blessed with three key renewable energy sources, hydropower, solar and wind as we work towards achieving the country’s energy goals. I would like...
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“Our government aims to provide affordable, reliable and quality energy solutions to improve the quality of life of the people” -Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody speaking at the Energy Management Systems Forum (EnMS Forum 2025)  

  • August 29, 2025
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The Energy Management Systems Forum (EnMS Forum 2025), a one-day conference on energy management methodologies aimed at increasing energy efficiency in industries, providing the capability and capacity to these...
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Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody Intervenes to Uplift the Lakvijaya Power Plant at Norochcholai to Ensure Stability of the National Grid

  • August 27, 2025
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Norochcholai Lakvijaya Coal-fired Power Plant plays a key role in maintaining the stability of the country’s electricity supply. However, the auxiliary power supply of the condenser cooling system and...
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