Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to host a specialized regional training workshop on financial modelling for renewable energy projects, scheduled to take place in Colombo from October 5 to 7, 2026.
Key Highlights
- Event & Location: SAARC training workshop on ‘Financial Modelling for Renewable Energy Projects’ in Colombo from October 5–7, 2026.
- Participation: Two delegates from each SAARC member country will attend the three-day event.
- Logistics: The SAARC Energy Centre will cover local hospitality and airport transport for delegates, with Sri Lanka extending national hospitality.
- Objective: Strengthening the capacity of public sector officials and key stakeholders in renewable energy project evaluation and financial structuring.
Announcing the decision during the weekly post-Cabinet media briefing, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa highlighted the initiative’s importance for upgrading technical expertise across public institutions involved in clean energy development.
The proposal was formally submitted by Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake. Under the framework, the SAARC Energy Centre will facilitate local hosting arrangements and airport logistics for visiting delegates, fostering regional collaboration and sustainable energy investment strategies across South Asia.