Sri Lanka Solar Energy Approval Streamlining

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The project involves streamlining the approval process for solar energy projects in Sri Lanka by integrating the processes of 17 agencies into a single digital navigator tool. The aim is to reduce the environmental impact assessment process and create a single-window clearance system to speed up approvals. Additionally, the project includes digitisation of the grid with smart meters, a distribution energy management system (DEMS), and AI tools to enhance the integration of renewable energy. A comprehensive national solar energy roadmap is also being developed to cover various solar applications including utility-scale projects, floating solar, rooftop installations, agri-solar initiatives, and battery storage integration.