COLOMBO, May 29 (Xinhua) -- Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan to exploit renewable energy and explore future trends in green hydrogen in Sri Lanka, the President's Media Division (PMD) said.
According to the PMD, the president made the remarks during a discussion themed Advancing Energy Transition.
The president highlighted a recent report on green hydrogen, noting its importance and the necessity for detailed planning to leverage the emerging sector, the PMD said.
He acknowledged the gaps in local expertise and called for international assistance from organizations such as the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank and all stakeholders, including local and international investors, according to the PMD.
He stressed that Sri Lanka is committed to creating a sustainable and competitive economy, with renewable energy playing a pivotal role.
The president outlined the country's legislative efforts, including the recently passed Electricity Reform Bill and the upcoming Climate Change Act, aimed at facilitating the transition. ■
