The Heeloya Cleanup and Awareness Project was held as a collaborative effort to promote environmental protection and community engagement. Guided by Prof. Nirmala Ranasinghe, the program brought together students and professors from Nara University, Japan, the Heeloya Community-Based Tourism Village (CBT), the Zero Plastic National Movement, and our own Zero Plastic team. Through cleanup activities, […]
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On September 8, 2025, the ZeroPlastic Club of SIBA Campus successfully organized a UI/UX Workshop that brought together students, faculty, and industry professionals for an inspiring learning experience. The initiative highlighted the club’s commitment to not only promoting sustainability but also enhancing students’ professional and technical skills. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Nisal Tharanga,
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A few weeks ago, we installed a PEN BIN LOVE at Mahamaya Girls’ College, Kandy. The mission was simple: collect empty pens instead of throwing them away, and inspire students to be part of our journey to refill 1 million pens. Here’s what happened next: 🖊️ Students eagerly dropped their used pens into the bin,
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Plastic pollution is no longer just an environmental issue—it is a health, social, and economic challenge. While the world grapples with reducing single-use plastics, Sri Lanka faces its own unique set of hurdles: communities often lack awareness of the health risks of plastic, and sustainable alternatives are still limited in reach. The ZeroPlastic Movement is
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The ZeroPlastic Community of the Open University of Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the ZeroPlastic Community of NIBM, successfully carried out the “Waves Without Waste” Beach Cleanup Project on 22nd August 2025 at Wallawatta Beach. With the joining hands of international volunteers, this initiative became a true symbol of unity and shared responsibility. Local and
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On 26th July 2025, the breathtaking Knuckles Mountain Range became the focus of a meaningful environmental mission called Pure Knuckles . Organized under the ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya, the event aimed to promote responsible plastic usage and raise awareness about the urgent need to protect the region’s unique biodiversity. The program was supported by the
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On a mission to cultivate environmental consciousness from an early age, ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya proudly launched the ZeroPlastic School Club at Kingswood College, Kandy. Organized by the Membership and Graphic Designing Avenue of ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya.This initiative marked a significant milestone in creating a future generation rooted in sustainability and eco-responsibility. The installation
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The third session of the “ තිරසාර දැක්ම – 2025” project was successfully held as a virtual Zoom event on August 6, 2024, under the theme “ Living Sustainably in Sri Lanka”. This insightful session brought together participants from diverse backgrounds who share a common interest in promoting sustainable practices within the Sri Lankan context.
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*Empowering Youth for a Greener Tomorrow: Orientation Programme 2025 by ZeroPlastic Community – OUSL* On the 19th of August 2025, the ZeroPlastic Community of The Open University of Sri Lanka proudly conducted its *Orientation Programme 2025*, marking the beginning of a transformative journey for its newest members. Held online, the session brought together passionate individuals
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As a key initiative under the Penbin Love 2.0 project, the SIBA Campus Zero Plastic Society successfully installed a dedicated penbin (collection box) in the examination hall premises of SIBA Campus. This effort was carried out with the participation of 30 student volunteers, under the guidance and encouragement of the Rector of SIBA Campus,
