CFS receives a GEF grant to restore Madinnagoda Wetland Ecosystem
The Center for Sustainability received a 50,000 USD (7.7Million LKR) GEF grant for a project to restore the Madinnagoda Wetland Ecosystem, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte in collaboration with SLLRDC. Under this project, it is expected to improve the wetland ecosystem functionality using a scientific approach while providing benefits to the surrounding local community. The project will open up numerous research and educational opportunities for the students of DFES and FAS, and it is expected to set-up a Wetland Conservation Education Center and a Field Laboratory in collaboration with the SLLRDC to support research activities and on-field water quality testing.
