Government approves concrete debris recycling project

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Colombo, June 17 (Daily Mirror) - The government has granted approval to implement a Concrete Debris Recycling Project aimed at recycling concrete and building waste, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

The proposal, submitted by the Sri Lanka State Engineering Corporation (SLSEC), has been approved as a pilot project to promote sustainable construction practices.

Addressing the media, Minister Jayatissa explained that the project will recycle concrete and building waste, and the materials produced will be mixed with natural raw materials for use in new construction and other suitable projects.

It has been proposed to set up the machinery for the project at the pre-cast concrete production platform of the SLSEC in the Ekala Industrial Colony.

Cabinet approval has also been granted to allocate Rs. 200 million from the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme under the Ministry of Construction and Housing to implement the project. The initiative aims to reduce construction waste and promote environmental sustainability in the building sector.

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Mina Tuesday, 17 June 2025 04:56 PM

Very good, other wise you see this waste on the road side and in the unused lands

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S P Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:04 PM

I have only a few questions. Will it make a profit? What is the return on investment? What is the problem that it is going to solve and its magnitude?

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STOOGE OF THE WIPED OUT LEADERS WHO HAD LOCK JAW AND HANDS RIDDLED WITH ARTHRITIS Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:46 PM

S.P. HAD YOU PUT THESE QUESTIONS TO THE PREVIOUS GOVTS, THE COUNTRY WOULD HAVE BEEN A BETTER PLACE AND THE MAJORITY WOULD NOT HAVE HAD TO STRUGGLE DURING THE PAST RAJAPASKE GOVT'S LIKE NO OTHER TIME IN OUR HISTORY.

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Observer Tuesday, 17 June 2025 10:49 PM

It need not make a profit or return on investment financially. If the problem of disposal of concrete debris which does not biograde, is going to be solved, that is enough. If you need to know in detail, why not study the full proposal details and comment.

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Ram P Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:12 PM

Recently I visited Australia where I saw everything is recycled. Concrete watse/debris, crushed into different sizes depending on the use, tree branches etc that are crushed into mulch, plastic

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R Navaratnam Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:12 PM

Cabinet to approve such an engineering decision?? . I am at a loss to understand the capability approval authority. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm., very disturbing

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Nihal S Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:12 PM

Recycling project is a good initiative. I hope it will use the latest technologies and management procedures available for the project.

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v Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:15 PM

very good move

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Rogue Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:32 PM

Recycled concrete, Recycled plastic and old tyres (shredded plastic and rubber) mixed with tar and stones currently used can be utilised for building and upgrading roads.

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Wiseman Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:39 PM

A commendable step toward sustainable development! This project, if implemented, not only promotes environmental responsibility but also supports resource efficiency and reduces landfill waste. It's encouraging to see such forward-thinking initiatives that align with green construction practices and a circular economy. Kudos to the leadership for initiating and prioritizing a long-term ecological and economic beneficial project.

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Concerned Citizen Tuesday, 17 June 2025 05:45 PM

Hello R Navaratnam, I think the writer of this news item has not presented it well. Who else, other than the Government, can allocate LKR200M for this purpose? Please wear your thinking cap! Concerned Citizen

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Gabriella Wednesday, 18 June 2025 03:34 AM

Why not ? We specialize in recycling politicians.

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