Ocean Lanka contributes volunteer program for biodiversity revival with the Cinnamon Rainforest Reforestation Initiative

Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka's leading weft knitted fabric manufacturer, together with the students of Environmental Technology Society, Department of Environmental Technology of the University of Colombo, under the leadership of Dr. Thakshila N. Dharmapriya, and eager volunteers of Greenwood Growers, recently concluded a volunteer tree planting program in Cinnamon Rainforest Restoration Project, which is a reforestation initiative closer to the iconic Sinharaja Rainforest.

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It was carried out in collaboration with the Cinnamon Rainforest Restoration Project team and its partners, including Ruk Rekaganno, John Keells, and project leader Mr. Vimukthi. The Ocean Lanka team also actively supported the project, contributing their efforts to ensure the success of this important reforestation initiative. This project is a try-party collaborative project conducted by the Forest Department, Ruk Rekaganno and the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts.

Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd is delighted to get connected to this restoration initiative as we remain dedicated to advancing sustainability, both within our operations and through collaborative conservation efforts. The company views this project not just as a reforestation success but also as a way forward to revitalize degraded land blocks

Held recently at Suduwelpotha in the Ratnapura District, this two-day student volunteer program was a focused attempt to contribute to restoring 59 acres of degraded land, which is infested with invasive species.