Swadeshi commissioned of its rooftop solar system, which will produce an estimated 712,800 KWH annually and is expected to offset approximately 498,960 kg CO₂ per year.
The system is a part of Swadeshi’s sustainability strategy to reduce emissions, cut energy costs and support the island’s renewable energy transition.
Sri Lankan corporates have successfully used rooftop solar to claim verified CO₂ reductions and strengthen brand reputation.
“Today marks a practical step in Swadeshi’s journey to sustainable operations.
Our solar project will reduce our dependence on fossil fuel electricity, lower operating costs and deliver measurable carbon reductions — and we will publish independently-verified results so the public can see the impact.”
This initiative is focus under the theme, “Swadeshi Khomba Mihithala Sathkaraya”.
As a 100% local company Swadeshi continues its nation building and community CSR projects for our Sri Lankan communities.
The Swadeshi Khomba brand is dedicated to carrying out sustainability projects which focus on caring for Mother Nature and enhancing cultural values.
Company’s many community outreach initiatives include, Island wide annual lighting ceremony of temples “Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya”, “Swadeshi Khomba Mihithala Sathkaraya” Kohomba tree planting campaigns, Donation of water tanks for the communities, schools and temples in dry zone of Sri Lanka and Swadeshi Khomba Baby care gifts to pregnant mothers.
“As the country’s leading herbal personal care products company, we would like consumers to learn more about the functional benefits of the herbal ingredients used by Swadeshi in all its products, we use only the best of Sri Lankan herbs, and all ingredients are extensively researched, and the products fully tested to ensure quality and all our products are 100% Vegetarian, Not tested on animals and Cruelty free.
Swadeshi products including Swadeshi Khomba, Rani Sandalwood and Swadeshi Khomba Baby are accredited by the Vegetarian Society, UK.”
This stands testament to the company’s forward-thinking practices, as well as our desire to help consumers make ethical and eco-friendly choices.
The company has always considered the health and environmental impact of its products, and continues to prioritize it.
Swadeshi, a truly Sri Lankan company has claimed many industry firsts to its name during past 80 years.
The pioneer and market leader in the herbal personal care category in Sri Lanka, The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, was incorporated in 1941.
Among the brands of Swadeshi are Swadeshi Khomba, Rani Sandalwood, Swadeshi Khomba Baby, Perlwite, Lak Bar, Safeplus, Black Eagle Perfume, Khomba Hand Wash, Khomba Body Wash and Rani Shower Cream range.
The company manufactures and markets the No. 01 herbal brand in Sri Lanka “Khomba Herbal” and heritage beauty brand Rani Sandalwood.
All Swadeshi products are registered under National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), of Health Ministry of Sri Lanka.
All fragrances used in Swadeshi products are certified by globally accepted International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and produced under ISO 9001 – 2015 standards.
Photo Caption : The solar project agreement was officially handed over by Mr. Amila Udawatte, Chief Executive Officer of Swadeshi, to Mr. Kushan Jayasuriya of Solar Therm, in the presence of Ms. Chulodhara Samarasinghe, Deputy Chairperson/Managing Director of Swadeshi; Mr. Chaminda Jayasinghe, General Manager, Corporate Affairs & Trade Marketing of Swadeshi; Mr. Dhammika Bandara; and Mr. Eranja Noopehewa of Solar Therm.