Reduce improper waste dumping in Hirikatu Oya River bank near bathing area

The main impact created through our project is clean the river bank, protect aesthetic value and through proper management improve environmental protection in the specific area, reduce the climate change impacts and increase the climate change awareness of the local community in Pambahinna area. Through the knowledge production projects, we increased the climate change awareness of local community of Pambahinna area. A seminar about the climate change was held for the grade 6 students of the Karagasthalawa school to improve the awareness of the future generations of the country and the area. It help to the behavior change of people, Educated individuals are more likely to adopt sustainable behaviors such as reducing waste, conserving water, using energy more efficiently, and supporting eco-friendly policies and practices. It was also possible to increase the awareness of people about climate change through leaflet distribution, social media campaign. Shramadana campaign help to the impact of climate change, shramadana project aims to improve water flow, reduce methane emissions, increase resilience to climate impacts, and stabilize soil erosion. It also supports local biodiversity by removing organic waste and sediments, which can lower emissions. Additionally, cleaner rivers support healthier ecosystems, which are more resilient to climate change. Finally, cleaner rivers reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions associated with water treatment processes.


TEAM MEMBERS:

• Manasingha Dimani Sankalpani Silva
• Paskaran Shalani
• Halke Vidanalage Shehani Niroshika Sumanasiri
• Wijayalath Pedige Sulani Srinelka Ananda