Sri Lanka, Sept. 14 -- The launch of the first project in a 300 MW ground-mounted solar power initiative took place in Veyangoda, officiated by Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilaka.

Highlighting the economic advantages, Minister Karunathilaka emphasised that expanding renewable energy capacity keeps valuable foreign exchange within the country by curbing reliance on costly fossil fuel imports, positioning such initiatives as both strategic investments and vital public services.

Constructed by Hayleys Fentons Limited under the oversight of the Ministry of Energy and its affiliated institutions, this initial phase feeds 3 MW into the national grid.

This private-sector partnership fits into Sri Lanka's broader str...