Manjula Jayampathy has been an entrepreneur conducting an operation that converts bio waste, such as paddy/oats husks and saw dust, to briquettes. Briquettes are utilized in different industries including the tea industry. These are considered to be more eco-friendly and fuel-efficient than traditional wood as a source of energy. I/D/E/A/S provided Jayampathy a grant cum loan to support setting up a new production site in Kirilawala, Kadawatha.
February 12, 2024
Asanka Kommalage who lives in Egoda Duwe, Kosgoda in Southern Sri Lanka had met I/D/E/A/S members initially during the aftermath of the 2004 December Tsunami. He had been severely affected by the disaster. His grocery shop was completely destroyed. I/D/E/A/S helped to rebuilt several houses in the Egoda Duwe Village and built a community centre. They also helped several villagers to restart their livelihoods by supporting them financially....
