Sri Lanka, Oct. 17 -- Ahead of fresh tenders to be called for the two renewable energy projects previously offered to India's Adani company, the Central Environment Authority (CEA) has sought to undertake a bird collision avoidance study, an official said.

Adani Group has already withdrawn from the projects after the new government decided to review them.

An official from the Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) said the CEA stressed the need to undertake a new bird collision avoidance study.

It is a regulatory requirement that demands clear evidence on how birds behave within and around offshore wind farms to ensure the risk to species is minimal.

Asked about the payment due to be paid to Adani following the withdrawal, he ...