The 2021 Budget has given somewhat of a priority status to the renewable energy sector. Sri Lanka too can achieve the 100% renewable energy generation mix, as it is blessed with renewable energy sources – long hours of daylight, sufficient wind, and even alternatives such as biomass. The energy sector in Sri Lanka cannot change on a daily basis and we need to have an energy generation plan. Although the presidential manifesto agreed to have 70% renewable energy generation, we are yet to announce the energy generation plan that will allow us to improve the grid facilities to reach that target. How will you address this, given that the renewable energy sector is constantly evolving with the latest technology that is made available?

Source: The Nation November 29, 2020 01:03 UTC