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The Center for Sustainability Lead Reforestation Drive at Yagirala Forest Reserve in Celebration of Environment Day 2025

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On June 8, 2025, in celebration of World Environment Day, the Center for Sustainability (CFS) of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura led a major reforestation initiative at the Yagirala Forest Reserve—a flagship event underscoring the center’s continued commitment to environmental restoration and youth-led sustainability. Over 5 acres of degraded forest land were covered with 1,500 […]

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The Center for Sustainability (CFS) is set to launch a short course on Integrated Solid Waste Management and Sustainable Practices

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The Center for Sustainability (CFS) is set to launch a short course on Integrated Solid Waste Management and Sustainable Practices. This program is strategically developed to cater to a broad spectrum of stakeholders involved in sustainability and waste management, including: §  University students – Aspiring professionals and researchers seeking specialized knowledge and practical skills in sustainable

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Center for Sustainability Welcomes First International Undergraduate Intern, Nila Mahawela from Germany

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The Center for Sustainability (CFS) at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) is delighted to welcome Nila Mahawela, an undergraduate student from Germany, as part of its growing global outreach. Nila, who is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in International Forest Ecosystem Management (B.Sc.) at the University for Sustainable Development in Eberswalde, Germany, will

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University of Sri Jayewardenepura and Commercial Bank Partner to Restore Yagirala Forest Reserve

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On August 28th, 2024, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) and the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC entered into a significant partnership to launch a major restoration initiative in the Yagirala Forest Reserve. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed at the Vice Chancellor’s office, with Senior Professor Pathmalal Manage, the Vice Chancellor of the

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University of Sri Jayewardenepura Signs MOU with North Manufacturing Pvt Ltd for Forest Restoration

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The Center for Sustainability (CFS), part of the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with North Manufacturing Private Ltd to restore one acre of forest in the Wanniyagama Reserved Forest. The MOU was signed on August 7th, 2024, at the Vice

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