Sri Lanka Environmental Business Development - April 2002

Sri Lanka Environmental Business Development - April 2002

A Japanese company is leading a unique environmental business initiative in Sri Lanka. Specifically, in the Galle district of southern Sri Lanka, elephant dung is being used to manufacture recycled paper. Elephant dung is composed of approximately 80% plant fiber, and this fiber is being used to create recycled paper. This eco-friendly product is growing in demand in the local market. Moreover, through this project, local employment has increased, with approximately 50 workers now involved.

In addition, Japanese environmental technology is being applied to support eco-hotel initiatives. For example, near Colombo, environmentally friendly tourist facilities are being developed, incorporating solar power generation and rainwater recycling systems. As a result, hotel energy consumption is expected to be reduced by 30%, making this a model case for sustainable tourism business.

The project is supported by the Japanese environmental consulting company Eco-Management Co., Ltd., which is also strengthening its collaboration with the local government. The Sri Lankan government is committed to further cooperation, balancing environmental protection and tourism development. This project stands as a successful example of global expansion of Japanese environmental technology while promoting both environmental protection and economic growth in Sri Lanka.