Thai team explores renewable energy collaboration with Hayleys
View(s):During the course of their visit to Sri Lanka, a high-level Thai delegation led by Ms. Busadee Santipitaks, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand, together with Thai Ambassador Paitoon Mahapannaporn visited Hayleys Fabric PLC in conjunction with Hayleys Solar, the renewable energy arm of Hayleys Fentons, to explore renewable energy solutions incorporated into the operations of the factory.
The delegation consisted of officials from various Thai agencies and private sector representatives, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Energy, Royal Thai Embassy of Sri Lanka, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), PTT Public Company Limited, and Global Power Synergy Public Company Limited. Guided by the directives of the Prime Minister of Thailand, the delegation’s visit aimed to explore the potential for future cooperation in renewable energy, with a particular focus on electricity generation in
Sri Lanka, Hayleys said in a media release.
Ambassador Mahapannaporn said the visit was successful and has strengthened their belief in the importance of international cooperation for sustainable energy solutions, and it was a great opportunity for the delegation to learn about Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector.
During the visit, Hayleys Fabric showcased their successful adoption of solar power, demonstrating their commitment to sustainable practices. This included a presentation detailing their 4.6 MW contribution to the national grid, resulting in a significant 15 per cent reduction in their carbon footprint. The delegation was also briefed on the company’s advanced solar installations, notably the expansive rooftop system and the innovative pilot floating solar plant with a capacity of 35.19 kWp, comprising of 63 panels installed by Hayleys Solar.
The Hayleys Fabric team was led by Rohan Goonetilleke, Managing Director; Prasanna Pathirana, Executive Director; and Mahesh Perera, Deputy General Manager-Engineering. The Hayleys Solar team was represented by Hasith Prematillake, Managing Director of Hayleys Fentons; Ms. Roshani Dharmaratne, Director of Business Development; and Nisala Amarasekara, Deputy General Manager of Corporate Projects for Hayleys Solar.
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