Overview
USAID supports Sri Lanka in mitigating resource shocks and stresses through activities that enhance environmental and climate resilience and improve energy security and sustainability. Activities support innovative approaches to stop the flow of plastic pollution, increase deployment of renewable energy, and mobilize private sector funding for actions that reduce risks associated with extreme weather, climate vulnerability, and climate change.
Activities
CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION (CCA): Through CCA, USAID builds the capacity of the private sector, civil society, and the government to respond and adapt to climate change in ways that contribute to sustained, inclusive, market-based growth. It helps identify and scale up innovative solutions to climate-related challenges, strengthens governance to address climate-related risks, and improves access to high quality information for decision-making. Implementing Partner: Tetra Tech ARD; Total Estimated Cost: $7.9 million; Period of Performance: July 2021- July 2026
OCEAN PLASTICS REDUCTION: This activity reduces virgin plastic inputs and products; improving and expanding solid waste management and empowering local communities to drive solid waste management solutions in Sri Lanka. Implementing Partner: Research Triangle Institute (RTI International) Total Estimated Cost: $18.1 million: Performance Period: September 2022 - September 2027
SRI LANKA ENERGY PROGRAM: This program supports the Government of Sri Lanka to make its power sector market-based, secure, reliable, and sustainable. The activity facilitates access to capital and attracts investments to increase deployment of renewable energy and advanced technologies. It also expands the private sector’s role in the power system, enhances competitiveness, and encourages adoption of energy efficiency standards. Implementing Partner: Chemonics International; Total Estimated Cost: $18.9 million; Performance Period: May 2021 - May 2026