INSEE Ecocycle collaborates with PNB and NDDCB for responsible disposal of confiscated heroin

From left: Sujith Gunawardena, Director, INSEE Ecocycle and Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) in Sri Lanka, Priyantha Weerasooriya 

INSEE Ecocycle Lanka (Private) Limited has collaborated once more with the Sri Lanka Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) and the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) to responsibly dispose of 494.048 kgs of confiscated heroinvia co-processing technology.

This marks the fourth collaboration between INSEE Ecocycle and law enforcement authorities for the destruction of such substances, following successful disposals carried out in 2018, 2019, and 2023totalling approximately1804 kgs of dangerous drugs.

The disposal, which ensured environmentally safe and secure destruction of the narcotics, was conducted on 28 April at the INSEE Cement Plant located in Puttalam, under the strict supervision of PNB officials and court-appointed representatives.  

Prior to disposal, the confiscated heroin, seized during national anti-narcotics operations, was rigorously verified by the Government Analyst Department (GAD), NDDCB, and judicial authorities to ensure compliance with legal and safety protocols.

INSEE Cement Sri Lanka Chairman/CEO Nandana Ekanayake explained: “INSEE Cement is the only fully integrated cement manufacturing facility in the country with the required capability to provide this solution. We support the national cause and contribute to building a drug-free nation. Sri Lanka’s only operational Cement Kiln Co-processing facility is in our Puttalam Cement Plant. INSEE Cement has always focused on the Health and Safety of all our stakeholders. 

As a responsible corporate citizen, we are proud and honoured to extend our support and ensure the safe disposal of harmful substances with utmost care and professionalism.”

Emphasizing the significance of the initiative, Sujith Gunawardena, Director, INSEE Ecocycle, said, “We successfully disposed of the confiscated narcotics in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner, complying with all the regulations. Co-processing offers a complete destruction solution for hazardous wasteat extremely high temperatures, eliminating it without harmful emissions or residual byproducts. It is a cleaner and more sustainable solutionthan traditional incineration. It is globally accepted as the superior waste management method, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and aligning with global best practices for sustainable waste management.”

INSEE’s co-processing facility satisfies all regulatory requirements and technical standards and is globally adopted for waste management. The facility offers a complete solution with zero harmful emissions to the environment. It has also obtained all required licenses, such as the Environmental Protection License and Scheduled Waste Management License from the Central Environmental Authority and the Provincial Environmental Authority, and certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 17025, ISO 39001, and ISO 45001.