Is Sri Lanka a viable alternative energy source?

Moreover, Sri Lanka has also identified the potential for wind, bioenergy, and solar as alternative energy sources in the past two decades. However, the current contribution from these three renewable sources in comparison to hydroelectricity remains significantly low.

What percentage of Sri Lanka's energy source is renewable?

However, as of 2018, only 39 % of Sri Lanka's energy generation capacity was harnessed through renewable energy sources. The continuous increase in electrical energy demand and the drastic increase in vehicle population over the past few years have resulted in much of its annual income being spent on purchasing fossil fuels from foreign countries.

Are Sri Lanka's renewable research activities being burdened by a lack of accurate data?

Sri Lanka's overall renewable research activities are being burdened by the lack of accurate and contemporary data, especially in line with renewable energy generation and utilization.

When did wind power start in Sri Lanka?

The wind power sector of Sri Lanka saw its first activity in the year 1988 as research was conducted to establish a pilot wind project in the Southern Province (Juleff, 1996). Out of the many renewable energy options present, wind power is often considered the most economically viable and environmentally friendly source for Sri Lanka.

Is Sri Lanka implementing a floating solar pilot project?

In a pioneering effort, Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority is currently implementing two floating solar pilot projects, each with a capacity of 1 MW in Kiriibban Wewa in the Monaragala district and Chandrika Wewa in the Rathnapura district.