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CAS 2025
Climate Action Symposium
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There is a shrinking window of opportunity to address the climate crisis. Average global temperature is currently estimated to be 1.1°C above pre-industrial times. Based on existing trends, the world could cross the 1.5°C threshold within the next two decades and 2°C threshold early during the second half of the century. Limiting global warming to 1.5°C is still narrowly possible and will be determined by the investment decisions we make over the next decade. The Green Climate Fund (GCF) – a critical element of the historic Paris Agreement – is the world’s largest climate fund, mandated to support developing countries raise and realize their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) ambitions towards low-emissions, climate-resilient pathways.
The University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka’s premier higher education institution, has long been at the forefront of research, innovation, and policy development in addressing climate change and sustainability challenges. Within this effort, the Faculty of Agriculture is a key partner in the symposium, contributing expertise, fostering research collaborations, and providing critical evaluation to advance discussions on climate adaptation and sustainable agriculture. Further, the Faculty actively supports the development and assessment of research initiatives, ensuring that innovative, science-based solutions are created to address the challenges posed by climate change in Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector.
United Nations Development Programmed(UNDP) partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of growth that improves the quality of life for everyone. On the ground in 170 countries and territories, UNDP offers global perspectives and local insights to help empower lives and build resilient nations.
In Sri Lanka, UNDP is the technical lead of the Climate Resilient Integrated Water Management Project (CRIWMP).
The Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau drives sustainable progress through innovative consultancy and expertise, collaborating with government and international partners. MCB’s services include workforce solutions, environmental assessments, community development, and capacity-building for global projects.
Janathakshan Guarantee Limited is a distinguished not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering sustainable and equitable solutions for the betterment of the society. Established in 2011, Janathakshan has been steadfast in their commitment to sustainable development. Janathakshan leverages innovative interventions and models to address a wide array of development challenges, striving to create inclusive and sustainable solutions. Over the years, Janathakshan played a pivotal role in piloting transformative technologies and interventions across three core strategic areas: resilience building, promoting low-carbon development pathways, and circular economic processes.
As a recognized auxiliary to the government in its noble pursuit of humanitarian activities, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society embodies the core tenets of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntarism, unity, and universality. Sri Lanka Red Cross Society’s commitment to these fundamental principles empowers them to play a pivotal role in times of crisis and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of communities across the nation.
South Asia Partnership – Sri Lanka (SAPSRI) is a non-profit development-oriented organization which focuses on uplifting the lives of vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka. SAPSRI is committed to promoting a holistic approach to development through the creation of a just and equitable society by building the capacities of citizens and civil society organizations to be self-reliant and active partners in development.
PALM CDSCG Ltd is a not-for-profit NGO empowering marginalized communities across Sri Lanka. Established in 2009 for Tsunami recovery, it now drives sustainable development through inclusive, community-led initiatives. Focused on livelihoods, climate resilience, and social cohesion, PALM improves access to clean water, food security, and local governance. Prioritizing women, war-affected families, and youth, it ensures no one is left behind. Supported by partners like USAID, UNDP, and the EU, PALM scales high-impact solutions for vulnerable populations. Rooted in “Unity in Diversity,” PALM builds thriving, self-reliant communities, creating opportunities for all to succeed.