Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd and Gunadamin Elephant House joined hands to conduct a large-scale environmental cleanup at the sacred Ruwanwelisaya premises in Anuradhapura, reinforcing their commitment to environmental sustainability while promoting responsible waste management and the circular economy.
Held on 30 June 2026, the day after Poson Poya Day, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative brought together 60 volunteers, including 20 employees from Eco Spindles and Elephant House, as well as representatives from the Thilaka Eco Centre and members of the local community.
The programme focused on the responsible collection, segregation, and recycling of waste while raising awareness among pilgrims and visitors about the importance of preserving Sri Lanka's cultural and religious heritage sites through proper environmental practices.
During the cleanup, volunteers collected approximately 350 kilograms of discarded plastic bottles, which will be recycled by Eco Spindles and converted into monofilaments and yarn. The initiative highlights the company's commitment to advancing a circular economy by transforming plastic waste into valuable, reusable materials.
Commenting on the initiative, Prashantha Malimbadage, CEO – Recycling at Eco Spindles, said protecting the environment should go hand in hand with preserving places of deep cultural and spiritual significance. He noted that the programme demonstrates how responsible waste management and recycling can generate long-term environmental value while encouraging communities to actively participate in the circular economy.
Dilshani Edirisinghe, Head of Marketing at Elephant House, said the company's vision is to create a positive impact on society for future generations through responsible business practices. She added that the collaboration with Eco Spindles, volunteers, and local partners helped promote responsible behaviour among visitors while contributing to the protection of one of Sri Lanka's most important national heritage sites.
The initiative reflects the shared commitment of Eco Spindles and Gunadamin Elephant House to environmental conservation, community engagement, and sustainable development by combining recycling, public awareness, and heritage preservation in a single impactful programme.
National Business Excellence Awards 2026 to Be Held Today
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) will host the National Business Excellence Awards (NBEA) 2026 today (28 July) at the Shangri-La Colombo, with the prestigious ceremony set to commence at 5.00 p.m.
Celebrating its 21st consecutive year, the National Business Excellence Awards continues to recognise and reward organisations that have demonstrated outstanding business performance, innovation, governance, and operational excellence across a diverse range of industries.
This year's landmark event is expected to bring together leading business executives, entrepreneurs, government officials, diplomats, and other distinguished guests to celebrate the achievements of Sri Lanka's corporate sector and promote excellence in sustainable business practices.
More than 140 nominees representing 31 industry sectors and business categories will be recognised during the awards ceremony, which will conclude with a gala dinner and networking session.
The event will be graced by French Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Rémi Lambert, as the Chief Guest.
The National Business Excellence Awards 2026 followed a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process to ensure transparency and credibility. The initial assessment was conducted by an independent Technical and Financial Evaluation Committee, chaired by Rajith Perera, Partner – Financial Accounting Advisory Services at Ernst & Young. The final review was carried out by an independent panel of judges co-chaired by Senior Professor Ajantha Dharmasiri of the Postgraduate Institute of Management and Attorney-at-Law and human resources and labour law consultant Lasantha Salgado.
Widely regarded as one of Sri Lanka's premier corporate awards programmes, the National Business Excellence Awards continue to encourage organisations to pursue innovation, sustainable growth, and world-class business practices while recognising companies that contribute significantly to the country's economic development.
Eco Spindles and Gunadamin Elephant House Lead Ruwanwelisaya Cleanup Initiative
