Aussie help to turn organic waste into sustainable livelihoods

Australia has invested AUD 500,000 to develop sustainable organic waste value chains in Sri Lanka. 

Led by the Institute for Sustainable Futures at the University of Technology Sydney (ISF-UTS), the Sustainable Organic Waste Value Chains project will help address food insecurity in urban-rural fringe areas and strengthen urban waste management in Sri Lanka.

Demonstrating strong Australia-Sri Lanka collaboration, ISF-UTS has partnered with the International Water Management Institute, Janathakshan GTE Ltd., Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka and the Sri Lankan Department of Agriculture to pilot the project in Kaduwela Municipal Council, before expanding to other areas in Sri Lanka.

“Food security is a pressing issue for many Sri Lankans today. This project will help households and farmers produce organic products that will improve food production,” said Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Paul Stephens.

The project is funded through Australia’s Knowledge and Linkages for an Inclusive Economy Grants program, which focuses on strengthening partnerships between Australian and Sri Lankan organisations.