INSEE Ecocycle Wins Gold at Green Industry Awards 2024

INSEE Ecocycle, the pioneer in sustainable waste management in Sri Lanka, proudly secured the prestigious Gold Award at the Green Industry Awards 2024. Presented by the Industrial Development Board during the 1st International Symposium on Green Industry Initiatives for Sustainable Industrial Development, this accolade recognizes INSEE Ecocycle's innovative contributions to sustainable industrial practices in the Sound Chemical Management category. The event was held at BMICH on June 23rd.

The Industrial Development Board recognizes INSEE Ecocycle's unwavering dedication and pioneering solutions to industrial waste challenges. Since its inception in 2003, INSEE Ecocycle has been at the forefront of sustainable waste management and environmental services, setting new industry standards. Over the years, the company has successfully managed over 1 million metric tons of waste, collaborating with over 1,500 customers, including local conglomerates, multinational corporations, and government institutions. This achievement underscores INSEE Ecocycle's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

Reflecting on this significant milestone,Sujith Gunawardhana, General Manager of INSEE Ecocycle, remarked, "INSEE Ecocycle’s recognition at the Green Industry Awards 2024 not only reaffirms our leadership in sustainable waste management but also sets a precedent for excellence in environmental conservation. This Gold Award is a testament to the dedication and efforts of every employee, partner, and stakeholder who has been part of our journey towards making a cleaner, greener country."

INSEE Ecocycle has expanded its environmental services portfolio to encompass a wide range of solutions, including industrial waste management, municipal solid waste management (MSW), resource recovery from FMCG waste, chemical waste management, industrial cleaning, plastic recycling, and analytical laboratory services and many more. As a total waste management solutions provider, INSEE Ecocycle ensures that every aspect of the waste management process is addressed, from collection to final disposal.

Furthermore, INSEE Ecocycle serves as a producer responsibility organization for corporates, managing post-consumer plastic and polythene waste. The company's holistic approach covers the entire value chain, reinforcing its role as a leader in sustainable waste management. In addition, Ecocycle has undertaken several national-level waste management projects, such as disposing of PCB-contaminated transformer oil, confiscating drugs, and disposing of expired chemicals, contributing to a cleaner and safer environment for all.

This Gold Award at the Green Industry Awards 2024 not only celebrates INSEE Ecocycle's achievements but also highlights the company's ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation in waste management.

About INSEE 

INSEE Cement Sri Lanka is a member of the Siam City Cement Public Company Limited (SCCC), a leading cement manufacturer in Southeast Asia. INSEE Cement is Sri Lanka’s only fully integrated cement manufacturer and offers a comprehensive portfolio of construction solutions, including the highly demanded INSEE Sanstha and INSEE Mahaweli Marine Plus cement brands in Sri Lanka. As INSEE Cement’s waste management arm and a fully owned subsidiary, INSEE Ecocycle Lanka (Private) Limited plays a significant role in the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework to reduce carbon emissions, lower usage of thermal energy and embrace the principles of a circular economy.  Overall, INSEE continues to steer the local building and construction industry towards high-performing, low-carbon, and future-ready constructions, introducing consistently high-quality blended cement products and sustainable building materials through the company’s strong investment in innovation and R&D.