Save the Shores: Beach Cleanup The “Save the Shores” project, organized by Zero Plastic ECU in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of ECU, was a coastal clean-up held on 7th January 2026 at Mount Lavinia Beach from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. Volunteers collected waste along the beach while wearing gloves for safety. During the activity, […]
Save the Shores: Beach Cleanup The “Save the Shores” project, organized by Zero Plastic ECU in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of ECU, was a coastal clean-up held on 7th January 2026 at Mount Lavinia Beach from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. During the activity, a total of eight bags of waste were gathered, and
ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya successfully launched Green Connect 2.1, an inspiring orientation programme designed to welcome and mobilize the latest advocates for environmental sustainability. Held on 16th of February at Faculty of Science, the event served as a powerful introduction to the mission of creating a ZeroPlastic future within the university community and beyond.
ECORISE, an environmental awareness initiative by ZeroPlastic University of Ruhuna, recently engaged students at Bandalgoda Temple, Kithalagama, in collaboration with the Integrated Development Association (IDEA). The program focused on encouraging children to adopt sustainable practices and understand the importance of protecting the environment. The day began with a focused awareness session on waste management and
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On the edge of one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic cultural landscapes, a new idea is coming to life; one that blends sustainability, heritage, and community impact. This February 5th, ZeroPlastic proudly opens Sri Lanka’s first Plastic Alternatives & Craft Experience Center in Sigiriya, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey toward a plastic-free
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We are proud to introduce the Impact Center by ZeroPlastic, opening on 5th February in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. More than a place to showcase products, the Impact Center is a platform to restore livelihoods, celebrate traditional craftsmanship, and redefine what sustainability looks like in action. As Sri Lanka’s first Plastic Alternative Promotion and Innovation Center,
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ZeroPlastic Community of the Open University of Sri Lanka brought students together for a day of entertainment, learning, and community support with the Green Screen Movie Marathon 2.0 on 16th January 2026. Held at the Faculty of Health Sciences Auditorium from 10:00 AM onwards, the event combined the excitement of cinema with the spirit of
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In 2026, the world finds itself at a turning point. The “Throwaway Age” has reached its peak, with microplastics silently infiltrating ecosystems, food systems, and even the human body. Against this urgent backdrop, “අපි for Earth: Become a Volunteering Ambassador”, held on January 18th at NIBM, emerged not just as a webinar, but as a
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On 15th January 2025, the Circular Auditorium at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, was filled with energy, pride, and purpose as the ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya hosted its Annual General Meeting & Award Ceremony 2025. The event marked a year of dedication, innovation, and tangible impact in the journey toward a plastic-free future.
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The ZeroPlastic Movement successfully concluded the Kegalle District Artisan Meetup on 20th January 2026, held from 9.00 AM to 1.30 PM at the YMBA Building, Kegalle, marking another meaningful step in strengthening Sri Lanka’s plastic-alternative and artisan-led economy. The meetup brought together talented artisans, craftsmen, and micro and small entrepreneurs from across the Kegalle District
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