Sri Lanka’s energy sector is undergoing a critical transformation as the nation aims to achieve carbon neutrality and enhance energy security amid growing demand and resource constraints. This paper explores the country’s energy transition from conventional fossil-based systems toward renewable and sustainable alternatives. It assesses the current energy mix, government policies, and strategic frameworks such …

Energy Transition and Sustainability Challenges in Sri Lanka – A Policy PerspectiveRead More

Nanomaterials have gained growing importance in modern science and technology due to their exceptional self-cleaning and antibacterial properties. This review explores recent advancements in nanotechnology, emphasizing the mechanisms behind these functionalities and their wide-ranging applications in medicine, construction, textiles, and environmental protection. Self-cleaning properties are mainly achieved through superhydrophobicity and photocatalysis, while antibacterial effects arise …

Advances in Nanomaterials – Self Cleaning and Antibacterial ApplicationsRead More

A transition towards sustainable engineering materials is vital in reducing the environmental footprint of contemporary infrastructure and manufacturing activities. The present research delves into sustainable material usage, examining key parameters such as cost-effectiveness, availability, durability, recyclability, and environmental footprint. Alternatives such as recycled metals, bamboo, natural fibre composites, and bioplastics are promising alternatives to traditional …

Reducing Environmental Impact Through Sustainable Engineering MaterialsRead More

Using sustainable materials in engineering can decrease the impacts caused by climate change, pollution, and resource depletion. The study highlights how innovations such as bamboo, hempcrete, and bioplastics offer environmentally responsible alternatives to conventional materials by examining renewable, recycled, and biodegradable materials. The article is entirely based on secondary sources, including journals, articles, academic books, …

Minimizing Ecological Footprint with Eco-Friendly Engineering MaterialsRead More

Both resource usage and greenhouse gas emission problems are significant problems worldwide, and these problems emphasize the need for engineering materials for environmental sustainability. The research uses case studies and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to select alternative materials such as geopolymer concrete, hempcrete, recycled metals, bamboo, engineered wood and bioplastics.