Sri Lanka's largest youth-led environmental movement, working to cut single-use plastic through education, advocacy, clean-ups and sustainable alternatives.https://www.zeroplastic.lk/en-lkhttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/how-to-reduce-plastic-waste-in-tourism-sri-lankas-one-traveller-one-kilogram-initiative/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/how-to-reduce-plastic-waste-in-tourism-sri-lankas-one-traveller-one-kilogram-initiative/One Traveller. One Kilogram. One Movement. Tourism brings millions of people to destinations celebrated for their natural beauty. But tourism also generates plastic waste, from disposable water bottles and food packaging to single-use products used throughout a traveller’s journey. For travel companies committed to sustainable tourism in Sri Lanka, an important question is becoming increasingly […]Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:42:59 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-movement-holds-levelup-phase-02-workshop-at-pinnawala-central-college/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-movement-holds-levelup-phase-02-workshop-at-pinnawala-central-college/The Professional Development Avenue of the ZeroPlastic Movement, University of Kelaniya, held Levelup Phase 02 on 2 October 2026 at Pinnawala Central College in the Kegalle District. The project combined a personal branding workshop with an environmental awareness session, reaching over 450 participants at the school. The project was organized to support the personal development […]Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:44:19 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-donates-1000-books-to-pitipana-maha-vidyalaya-through-project-%E0%B7%83%E0%B7%8F%E0%B6%9A%E0%B7%8A%E0%B7%82%E0%B6%BB/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-donates-1000-books-to-pitipana-maha-vidyalaya-through-project-%E0%B7%83%E0%B7%8F%E0%B6%9A%E0%B7%8A%E0%B7%82%E0%B6%BB/The Professional Development Avenue of ZeroPlastic Colombo Community, University of Colombo, organized a project titled සාක්ෂර on 25th September 2026 at Pitipana Maha Vidyalaya. The project focused on supporting school students’ access to educational resources and providing awareness on higher education opportunities in Sri Lanka. The initiative was designed to enhance the school’s library resources […]Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:42:17 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-reads-2026-promotes-reusable-materials-through-community-engagement-and-eco-friendly-gifts/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-reads-2026-promotes-reusable-materials-through-community-engagement-and-eco-friendly-gifts/The ZeroPlastic Movement organized Eco Reads 2026, a community engagement project focused on raising awareness about reducing plastic use and promoting reusable materials. The project involved direct interaction with visitors, foreigners, and community members to both share knowledge and gather perspectives on plastic consumption. The purpose of Eco Reads 2026 was to encourage the public […]Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:54:22 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-launches-red-shield-dengue-prevention-cleanup-in-digana/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-launches-red-shield-dengue-prevention-cleanup-in-digana/The Environmental Sustainability Avenue of ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya carried out a community-based dengue prevention and environmental cleanup initiative titled “Red Shield” on 19th July 2026. The project took place at the Forest Department, Digana Branch, with the participation of 20 volunteers. The initiative was organized to address the risk of dengue by targeting mosquito […]Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:44:52 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/ecorise-awareness-session-introduces-rusl-zeroplastic-club-to-new-volunteers/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/ecorise-awareness-session-introduces-rusl-zeroplastic-club-to-new-volunteers/The ZeroPlastic Club of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka (RUSL) conducted an awareness session titled “EcoRise: Zero Plastic Club Awareness Session,” aimed at introducing the ZeroPlastic Movement and the university’s ZeroPlastic club to a new audience of potential volunteers. The session was organized to raise awareness about the ZeroPlastic Movement’s objectives and the work carried […]Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:19:24 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-hosts-future-craft-career-guidance-program-for-lumbini-royal-college-students/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-hosts-future-craft-career-guidance-program-for-lumbini-royal-college-students/The Professional Development Avenue of ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya organized a one-day educational program titled “The Future Craft” for students of Lumbini Royal College. The project was designed to support school students as they prepared for the next stage of their academic journey, with a focus on helping them make informed decisions about their future […]Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:19:16 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-safari-2026-cleans-up-three-natural-attractions-in-belihuloya/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-safari-2026-cleans-up-three-natural-attractions-in-belihuloya/Eco Safari 2026, an environmental cleanup project organized by the ZeroPlastic Movement, took place on 22 September 2026 across three natural sites in the Belihuloya area: Pahanthudawa Waterfall, Surathali Ella Waterfall, and Samanalawewa Reservoir and Viewpoint. The project ran from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and brought together volunteers and Organizing Committee members for a […]Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:42:48 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/shore-sweep-3-0-unites-university-of-kelaniya-students-and-community-against-plastic-pollution/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/shore-sweep-3-0-unites-university-of-kelaniya-students-and-community-against-plastic-pollution/The ZeroPlastic Movement at the University of Kelaniya conducted Shore Sweep 3.0, a coastal cleanup and awareness project organized by its Community Engagement Avenue. The project focused on raising awareness about plastic pollution and promoting responsible waste management among both university volunteers and members of the local community. The initiative was designed to help participants […]Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:21:16 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/nisd-zeroplastic-club-collects-31-kg-of-waste-in-chilaw-beach-cleanup/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/nisd-zeroplastic-club-collects-31-kg-of-waste-in-chilaw-beach-cleanup/The Zero Plastic Club of the National Institute of Social Development (NISD) carried out a beach cleanup project titled Clean Waves at Chilaw Beach on 13 September 2026. The activity took place from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. and involved a team of eight volunteers who worked together to remove litter and plastic waste from […]Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:35:02 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-brings-greenora-mangrove-awareness-programme-to-tangalle-girls-school/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-brings-greenora-mangrove-awareness-programme-to-tangalle-girls-school/The ZeroPlastic Club of the Ocean University of Sri Lanka organized Greenora, a mangrove conservation awareness program, at Tangalle Girls School (Tangalle Balika Vidyalaya) on May 27, 2026. The project, themed “Caring for Tomorrow, Today,” was designed to educate school students on the ecological importance of mangroves and foster environmental responsibility among young learners. The […]Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:23:01 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-ndt-club-launches-nextgen-1-0-school-club-at-dunkannawa-secondary-school/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-ndt-club-launches-nextgen-1-0-school-club-at-dunkannawa-secondary-school/The ZeroPlastic NDT Club organized NextGen 1.0, the official installation ceremony of the ZeroPlastic School Club at Dunkannawa Secondary School in Chilaw. The project formally established a student-led environmental club at the school, creating a platform for young people to take an active role in reducing plastic waste within their school and surrounding community. The […]Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:21:46 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-ndt-club-launches-pen-bin-love-2-0-to-reduce-writing-instrument-waste-at-itum/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-ndt-club-launches-pen-bin-love-2-0-to-reduce-writing-instrument-waste-at-itum/The ZeroPlastic NDT Club’s Environmental Sustainability Avenue organized Pen Bin Love 2.0, a campus sustainability initiative held on August 24th at the Goda Canteen, ITUM. The project focused on reducing plastic waste generated by used writing instruments across the university campus. The initiative was designed to address the accumulation of plastic waste from pens, markers, […]Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:21:19 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-launches-sayurala-awareness-program-at-modara-ananda-central-college/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-launches-sayurala-awareness-program-at-modara-ananda-central-college/The ZeroPlastic Movement’s ZeroPlastic club organized a school awareness project titled SAYURALA at Modara Ananda Central College in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on March 13, 2026. The project ran from 9:30 to 11:30 AM and was designed to introduce school students to the environmental and health consequences of plastic pollution while encouraging them to adopt practical […]Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:59:57 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-community-advances-vivruthabhimani-2026-all-island-oratory-competition-to-semi-finals/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-community-advances-vivruthabhimani-2026-all-island-oratory-competition-to-semi-finals/The ZeroPlastic Community of the Open University of Sri Lanka held the second and semi-final rounds of its all-island oratory competition, Vivrutabhimani 2026, on 16 and 17 May 2026. The competition featured both junior and senior categories, with participants advancing through successive rounds of the island-wide event. Vivrutabhimani 2026 was organized to provide a platform […]Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:45:00 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-sub-trail-26-promotes-plastic-free-practices-with-campus-to-malabe-cleanup/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-sub-trail-26-promotes-plastic-free-practices-with-campus-to-malabe-cleanup/ZeroPlastic CINEC organized the ZeroPlastic CINEC Sub-Trail ’26, a project carried out in alignment with the ZeroPlastic Main Trail 2026. The activity took place along the route from CINEC Campus to Malabe Bus Stand and focused on promoting plastic-free practices and responsible waste management among participants and the surrounding community. The project was organized to […]Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:33:22 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-nisd-club-conducts-walk-the-talk-2-0-sub-trail-for-environmental-awareness/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-nisd-club-conducts-walk-the-talk-2-0-sub-trail-for-environmental-awareness/The Zero Plastic NISD Club organized Walk the Talk 2.0 Sub Trail, an environmental awareness initiative designed to promote reduced use of plastic and polythene while encouraging sustainable everyday practices. The project was conducted as a sub trail under the broader Walk the Talk 2026 campaign. The initiative aimed to educate participants about the harmful […]Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:58:46 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-launches-green-beginnings-2026-for-new-students/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-university-of-peradeniya-launches-green-beginnings-2026-for-new-students/ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya organized Green Beginnings 2026, a program aimed at promoting environmental awareness and encouraging practical steps toward reducing plastic usage. The event was held on 16th September 2026 at the Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, and was attended by 350 participants from the 2024 Batch. The program was designed to introduce […]Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:23:02 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/open-university-volunteers-complete-sub-trail26-environmental-conservation-initiative/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/open-university-volunteers-complete-sub-trail26-environmental-conservation-initiative/The ZeroPlastic club of the Open University organized Sub Trail’26, a volunteer-led environmental project held on September 19. The activity brought together 40 university volunteers who carried out on-the-ground efforts focused on environmental conservation. The project was organized as part of the ZeroPlastic Movement’s ongoing work to engage young volunteers in practical environmental action. Sub […]Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:14:37 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-concludes-greenshift-phase-3-orientation-at-university-of-colombo/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-concludes-greenshift-phase-3-orientation-at-university-of-colombo/The ZeroPlastic Colombo Community at the University of Colombo held GreenShift Phase 03, the final session of its orientation programme series. The event was designed to introduce participants to the ZeroPlastic Society, its mission, and its commitment to sustainability. The programme was organized to familiarize new members and participants with the goals and activities of […]Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:52:18 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-campus-conducts-ignite-leaders-programme-for-first-year-students/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-campus-conducts-ignite-leaders-programme-for-first-year-students/The ZeroPlastic club of CINEC Campus conducted Ignite Leaders, a programme designed for first-year university students at CINEC Campus. The programme combined environmental awareness with a series of interactive activities aimed at building practical skills among participants. Ignite Leaders was organized to support the development of leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities among new university volunteers […]Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:15:27 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-school-club-established-at-d-s-senanayaka-vidyalaya-in-ampara/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-school-club-established-at-d-s-senanayaka-vidyalaya-in-ampara/The ZeroPlastic Movement established a new ZeroPlastic School Club at Ampara D. S. Senanayaka Vidyalaya on 20 May 2026. The project, titled Green Wares School Club, combined the formal launch of the club with environmental awareness and youth empowerment activities for school students at the institution. The project was organized to provide school students with […]Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:11:43 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-movement-hosts-unlock-level-01-caption-writing-workshop-for-students/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-movement-hosts-unlock-level-01-caption-writing-workshop-for-students/The ZeroPlastic Movement conducted UNLOCK Level 01: Caption Writing, a workshop focused on developing creative and effective caption-writing skills among participants. The session was held as part of the UNLOCK program, a capacity-building initiative within the movement. The workshop was organized to strengthen the ability of ZeroPlastic volunteers to write captions suited for social media […]Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:22:30 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/own-the-grow-project-distributes-mee-plants-to-farmers-in-udaperadeniya/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/own-the-grow-project-distributes-mee-plants-to-farmers-in-udaperadeniya/The ZeroPlastic Movement carried out the “Own the Grow Project” in the Udaperadeniya area, a community-based environmental initiative designed to encourage local farmers to take an active role in planting, growing, and maintaining plants. As part of the project, 50 Mee plants were distributed among farmers in the area, with a focus on developing a […]Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:38:30 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/seeds-of-change-project-brings-tree-planting-initiative-to-kurundankulama-dhamma-school/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/seeds-of-change-project-brings-tree-planting-initiative-to-kurundankulama-dhamma-school/The ZeroPlastic club at Wayamba University organized the project titled “Seeds of Change: Green Roots for a Better Future” at Sri Sumangala Dhamma School in Kurundankulama. The programme combined environmental awareness with hands-on activity by engaging Dhamma school students in learning about environmental conservation and distributing tree saplings as part of the initiative. The project […]Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:36:52 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-experience-sigiriya-tree-of-life/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-experience-sigiriya-tree-of-life/US travelers with Aitken Spence joined a coconut shell craft workshop in Sigiriya, learning why the coconut tree is Sri Lanka’s “Tree of Life.”Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:46:36 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/growing-green-little-minds-brings-environmental-education-to-malabe-preschool-children/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/growing-green-little-minds-brings-environmental-education-to-malabe-preschool-children/The ZeroPlastic Movement conducted Growing With You Phase 02: Growing Green Little Minds at Little Scholars Preschool in Malabe as an environmental education and community outreach initiative. The programme was designed to introduce preschool children to the basics of environmental protection, zero-plastic living, and responsible waste management. The project was organized with the aim of […]Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:32:59 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-workshop-sigiriya-plastic-reduction/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-workshop-sigiriya-plastic-reduction/Community members from Sigiriya, Dambulla and Habarana joined a coconut shell workshop focused on plastic reduction, reuse and traditional craft skills.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:38:20 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-workshop-sigiriya-plastic-story/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/coconut-shell-workshop-sigiriya-plastic-story/How a coconut shell crafting workshop in Sigiriya helped a traveler understand Sri Lanka’s plastic problem and its culture of reuse. A Impact Center by ZeroPlastic story.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:18:30 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-hosts-hasthasara-sustainable-craftsmanship-competition-at-university-of-colombo/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-hosts-hasthasara-sustainable-craftsmanship-competition-at-university-of-colombo/The Impact Center Avenue of ZeroPlastic Colombo Community, based at the University of Colombo, organized Project හස්තසාර (Hasthasara) in collaboration with the National Crafts Council. The grand finale of the project was held on 01 September 2026 at the University of Colombo premises, bringing together local artisans who had created products using sustainable and eco-friendly […]Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:32:38 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-think-2026-grand-finale-concludes-with-top-3-winners-selected/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/eco-think-2026-grand-finale-concludes-with-top-3-winners-selected/The ZeroPlastic Movement carried out the grand finale of Eco Think 2026, a project that brought together finalist teams to present their research and propose solutions addressing environmental concerns. The project culminated with the top five teams advancing to the final stage, where they showcased their work before an evaluation panel. Eco Think 2026 was […]Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:00:02 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-society-and-kalyani-foundation-launch-cleanup-drive-near-sigiriya-heritage-site/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-society-and-kalyani-foundation-launch-cleanup-drive-near-sigiriya-heritage-site/The ZeroPlastic Society of Wayamba University of Sri Lanka carried out the Kalyani EarthCare cleanup project on August 16, 2026, in the Inamaluwa area of Sigiriya. Organized in partnership with the Kalyani Foundation, the project brought together volunteers for a focused environmental cleanup effort around one of Sri Lanka’s most recognized heritage areas. The project […]Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:43:24 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-peradeniya-launches-horizon-2026-to-promote-sustainability-among-students/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-peradeniya-launches-horizon-2026-to-promote-sustainability-among-students/ZeroPlastic University of Peradeniya launched HORIZON 2026, a program aimed at promoting environmental awareness and encouraging practical steps toward reducing plastic usage. The event was held on 21st August 2026 at the Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, and was organized by the university’s ZeroPlastic club as part of its ongoing efforts to engage young […]Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:34:45 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-society-of-wayamba-university-launches-generation-sdg-phase-02/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-society-of-wayamba-university-launches-generation-sdg-phase-02/The ZeroPlastic Society of Wayamba University of Sri Lanka organized Generation SDG – Phase 02, a project carried out in collaboration with the Volunteers Academy by ZeroPlastic Movement. The project brought together young individuals and university volunteers to engage with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a structured program of learning and collaborative […]Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:33:30 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-peradeniya-launches-yuthukama-5-0-clean-up-and-awareness-campaign-in-kandy/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-peradeniya-launches-yuthukama-5-0-clean-up-and-awareness-campaign-in-kandy/The ZeroPlastic club of the University of Peradeniya carried out Yuthukama 5.0, the fifth consecutive annual environmental and community service project linked to the Esala Perahera in Kandy. The project took place across two days, with a community cleanup campaign held on 15th August 2026 at the Sri Dalada Maligawa and surrounding areas, followed by […]Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:02:28 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/coastline-quest-gamified-beach-cleanup-mobilizes-100-volunteers-at-moya-beach/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/coastline-quest-gamified-beach-cleanup-mobilizes-100-volunteers-at-moya-beach/The ZeroPlastic NISD Club, operating under the ZeroPlastic Movement, organized “Coastline Quest,” a gamified beach cleanup held on August 22, 2026, at Moya Beach. Sponsored by Aqua Dynamics, the event brought together 100 volunteers who were divided into 20 teams of five to collect and segregate coastal waste along the shoreline. The project was designed […]Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:40:26 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-volunteers-clean-up-athugala-road-in-kurunegala-under-operation-earthcare/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-volunteers-clean-up-athugala-road-in-kurunegala-under-operation-earthcare/The ZeroPlastic Movement organized Operation Earthcare, a road clean-up project carried out along Athugala Road in Kurunegala. The initiative brought together volunteers to remove litter and waste from the roadside and surrounding areas near Athugala, with the aim of improving the cleanliness and appearance of the location. The project was organized as an environmental initiative […]Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:15:49 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-launches-%E0%B6%AD%E0%B7%94%E0%B6%BB%E0%B7%94-2-0-tree-guardian-program-at-bomiriya-central-college/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-launches-%E0%B6%AD%E0%B7%94%E0%B6%BB%E0%B7%94-2-0-tree-guardian-program-at-bomiriya-central-college/The Environmental Sustainability Avenue of ZeroPlastic Colombo Community, University of Colombo, carried out its තුරු 2.0 project on 7 August 2026 at Bomiriya Central College. The initiative centered on distributing tree saplings and encouraging school students to take personal responsibility for nurturing them as a practical step toward environmental awareness. The project was organized to […]Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:44:22 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/green-canvas-collective-connects-eco-friendly-artists-with-sustainable-entrepreneurship-opportunities/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/green-canvas-collective-connects-eco-friendly-artists-with-sustainable-entrepreneurship-opportunities/The ZeroPlastic Movement organized the Green Canvas Collective, an eco-friendly initiative designed to identify and support artists who create products using recycled, upcycled, and sustainable materials. The project brought together creativity and environmental responsibility by providing a dedicated platform for artists working with repurposed materials. The Green Canvas Collective was developed to promote environmentally responsible […]Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:57:37 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-campus-launches-beat-the-bite-dengue-prevention-cleanup/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-cinec-campus-launches-beat-the-bite-dengue-prevention-cleanup/ZeroPlastic CINEC Campus carried out Beat the Bite – Phase 1, a dengue prevention and environmental cleanup initiative conducted on the CINEC Campus premises. The project brought together ZeroPlastic volunteers and campus cleaning staff to address waste accumulation and reduce potential mosquito breeding sites across the campus grounds. The initiative was organized in response to […]Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:35:58 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-introduces-eco-friendly-habits-to-nursery-children-through-nature-advocates-project/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-colombo-community-introduces-eco-friendly-habits-to-nursery-children-through-nature-advocates-project/The ZeroPlastic Colombo Community of the University of Colombo organized Nature Advocates, an environmental awareness project designed to introduce eco-friendly habits to nursery-aged children. The project was conducted in two phases at Mother’s Pride Nursery and Small Ones Nursery, both located in Homagama. The project aimed to build early awareness of environmental responsibility among young […]Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:50:42 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/green-innings-volunteers-collect-100-kg-of-waste-during-lpl-final-initiative/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/green-innings-volunteers-collect-100-kg-of-waste-during-lpl-final-initiative/The ZeroPlastic Movement carried out the Green Innings project as part of its LPL Final initiative, engaging more than 40 volunteers in a large-scale waste collection effort. The activity was organized to address the waste generated in connection with the LPL Final, with a particular focus on reducing plastic pollution. The project was designed to […]Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:11:05 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/colour-blast-26-holi-festival-unites-over-200-undergraduates-at-university-of-kelaniya/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/colour-blast-26-holi-festival-unites-over-200-undergraduates-at-university-of-kelaniya/The Fundraising Unit of the ZeroPlastic Movement, University of Kelaniya, organized Colour Blast ’26 Holi Festival, an event that brought together more than 200 undergraduates for a Holi-themed celebration. The project combined cultural festivities with efforts to raise awareness about the ZeroPlastic Movement and its sustainability initiatives. The event was organized to promote unity, friendship, […]Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:40:28 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/project-start-at-home-brought-environmental-awareness-directly-into-the-workplace-with-the-zero-plastic-community-of-sabaragamuwa-university-of-sri-lanka-delivering-an-educational-programme-for-the-s/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/project-start-at-home-brought-environmental-awareness-directly-into-the-workplace-with-the-zero-plastic-community-of-sabaragamuwa-university-of-sri-lanka-delivering-an-educational-programme-for-the-s/Project Start at Home brought environmental awareness directly into the workplace, with the Zero Plastic Community of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka delivering a practical programme for staff at Sofia Colombo City Hotel under the theme “Plastic-Free Homes for a Sustainable Future.” The session covered the 5R concept, waste management, sustainable living, and eco-friendly alternatives […]Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:03:20 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-wayamba-hosted-the-greenflix-movie-night-bringing-together-university-volunteers-and-participants-for-an-evening-that-combined-entertainment-with-environmental-awareness-the-event-offer/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-wayamba-hosted-the-greenflix-movie-night-bringing-together-university-volunteers-and-participants-for-an-evening-that-combined-entertainment-with-environmental-awareness-the-event-offer/ZeroPlastic Wayamba hosted the Greenflix Movie Night, bringing together university volunteers and participants for an evening that combined entertainment with environmental awareness. The event offered a movie screening designed to engage attendees in a relaxed, social setting while drawing attention to environmental responsibility and the work of ZeroPlastic Wayamba. It provided an opportunity for participants […]Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:02:13 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/punchi-haritha-sihina-2-0-brought-plastic-awareness-to-young-school-students-through-an-interactive-and-creative-programme-organized-by-zeroplastic-volunteers-the-session-included-a-presentation-on/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/punchi-haritha-sihina-2-0-brought-plastic-awareness-to-young-school-students-through-an-interactive-and-creative-programme-organized-by-zeroplastic-volunteers-the-session-included-a-presentation-on/Punchi Haritha Sihina 2.0 brought plastic awareness to young school students through an interactive and creative programme organized by ZeroPlastic volunteers. The session included a presentation on plastic awareness, followed by a hands-on creative activity using custom worksheets featuring eco-friendly slogans such as “Save our planet.” Volunteers also hosted a storytelling session using visual posters, […]Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:13:04 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/sathkara2026-brought-together-environmental-conservation-and-cultural-heritage-across-two-days-of-volunteer-led-action-during-the-annual-rathnapura-sri-maha-saman-devala-randoli-perahera-on-29th-and/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/sathkara2026-brought-together-environmental-conservation-and-cultural-heritage-across-two-days-of-volunteer-led-action-during-the-annual-rathnapura-sri-maha-saman-devala-randoli-perahera-on-29th-and/SATHKARA’2026 brought environmental care to one of Sri Lanka’s most cherished cultural celebrations. Organized as a two-day initiative on 29th and 30th July 2026, the project took place alongside the annual Rathnapura Sri Maha Saman Devala Randoli Perahera. On the first day, ZeroPlastic volunteers carried out a cleanup campaign, collecting and removing plastic waste from […]Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:39:08 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-ruhuna-promotes-eco-friendly-alternatives-at-vesak-programme-in-midellawala-temple/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-ruhuna-promotes-eco-friendly-alternatives-at-vesak-programme-in-midellawala-temple/On 29th May 2026, the ZeroPlastic Club of the University of Ruhuna organised an environmental awareness programme titled හරිත දම්රැස් 2026 at Midellawala Purana Maha Viharaya, combining the spirit of the Vesak season with practical efforts to reduce single-use plastic and polythene among devotees attending religious observances. Exchanging Plastic for Greener Alternatives The programme was […]Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:01:43 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-university-of-ruhuna-conducts-enviora-2026-virtual-environmental-awareness-programme/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-university-of-ruhuna-conducts-enviora-2026-virtual-environmental-awareness-programme/ENVIORA 2026, a virtual environmental awareness programme organized by the ZeroPlastic Club of the University of Ruhuna, brought together university volunteers and members of the public for a series of online sessions focused on plastic pollution, sustainable lifestyles, and responsible environmental practices. The programme was delivered through interactive Zoom sessions featuring professionals and sustainability advocates […]Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:57:18 GMThttps://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-university-of-ruhuna-launches-nexora-bloomx-2026-with-online-session-on-sustainable-entrepreneurship/https://www.zeroplastic.lk/zeroplastic-club-of-university-of-ruhuna-launches-nexora-bloomx-2026-with-online-session-on-sustainable-entrepreneurship/On 2 July 2026, the ZeroPlastic Club of the University of Ruhuna launched the first phase of Nexora BloomX 2026, an online awareness session focused on sustainable entrepreneurship and eco-friendly alternatives to plastic products. Organized as part of a two-phase initiative, the session brought together participants from multiple countries to explore how green business ideas […]Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:46:29 GMT