The inauguration ceremony for the 5th batch of the Master of Environmental Management and Master of Science in Environmental Management degree programs, organized by the Department of Zoology and Environmental Management, University of Kelaniya, was held on May 25, 2025, at the Board Room of the Faculty of Science.

The event was graced by the presence of several distinguished academics: Senior Professor (Mrs.) P.A. Paranagama, Dean of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Chair of Chemistry; Senior Professor Sudath R.D. Kalingamudali, Dean of the Faculty of Science; and Senior Professor (Mrs.) L.D. Amarasinghe, Head of the Department of Zoology and Environmental Management and Chair of Zoology and Environmental Management. Also in attendance were Dr. Thilomi Samarakoon, Program Coordinator; Dr. Chintha Perera; and Dr. Kalya Subasinghe.

A highlight of the ceremony was the guest speech delivered by Mr. Kavinda Rukshan Atapattu, Operation Engineer at the Lakvijaya Power Plant, Norochcholai, who spoke on the topic “Environmental Management for Power Sector Sustainability in Sri Lanka.” His insightful talk emphasized the vital role of environmental management in the energy sector and highlighted global career opportunities for graduates in this field.

A total of 36 new students were officially enrolled in the two postgraduate programs. The ceremony provided them with valuable inspiration and guidance as they embark on their postgraduate journey in environmental management.