Hayleys Solar-Cargills propel sustainability with solar energy

Existing Hayleys Solar installations across Cargills’ nationwide outlet network

Hayleys Solar has renewed its successful partnership with Cargills Group to progress with the second phase of solar energy installations islandwide.

The first phase, boasting a delivery of 2.4 MW of solar power, covered 21 Cargills Food City locations, including Wellampitiya, Karapitiya, Bomiriya, Kothalawala, Akuregoda, Hokandara, Depanama, Mathugama, Katukurunda, Biyagama, Pepiliyana, Delkanda, Obesekarapura, Kolamunna, Avissawella, Kiridiwela, Koswatte, Dematagoda and Cargills Square in Bandarawela. These installations offset approximately 19,321 tonnes of carbon emissions, demonstrating Cargills’ ongoing commitment to a greener, more sustainable future.

Encouraged by the success of phase one, Cargills has reappointed Hayleys Solar as its trusted partner to lead phase two to deliver 2.1MW of solar power. This phase is already in progress and will result in solar installations across 25 additional locations, including Saranankara Road, Rambukkana, Malabe, Thalahena, Himbutana, Kottawa, Angunukolapelessa, Arawwala, Mahiyanganaya, Pelawatta, Bandaragama, Kawdana, Cargills Square in Katubedda, Borupana, Hakmana, Batticaloa, Wadduwa, Matale, Pilimathalawa, Rajagiriya, Udahamulla, Beruwala and Pamankada and Tangalle. 

Hayleys Fentons Managing Director Hasith Prematillake remarked, “We are honoured that Cargills has once again selected us as its partner for this important endeavour. Our collaboration is a powerful step toward advancing solar energy and sustainability in Sri Lanka and we are proud to support Cargills’ efforts in reducing its carbon footprint. This partnership serves as a shining example for other businesses to follow.”

Hayleys Solar Director and CEO Roshane Perera added, “It’s always a privilege to support returning clients like Cargills. Its continued trust reflects the strength of our solutions and service. With our islandwide reach and reliable after-sales support, we’ve ensured swift, high-quality installations that deliver real environmental impact.”

Cargills Head of Sustainability Sukitha Arangallage added, “We are committed to sustainable practices and are excited to continue working with Hayleys Solar as we strive to reduce our carbon footprint. Our joint efforts are making a substantial difference in the environmental stewardship of our operations.”