April 12, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s energy authorities have called on the public to celebrate the upcoming New Year in a more power-conscious manner, encouraging festivities to be held during daylight hours wherever possible.
The Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) has issued fresh guidance aimed at reducing strain on the national grid during the holiday period, when electricity consumption typically rises. Officials say limiting events to the daytime could significantly cut unnecessary energy use, particularly from lighting and sound systems.
Chairman T.M.W.J. Bandara explained that the move is part of a broader effort to ensure stable power supply while essential services continue uninterrupted during the festive season.
In addition, the Authority has advised offices and workplaces to take simple but effective steps before closing for the holidays, such as switching off electrical equipment and avoiding standby power usage. These small actions, it noted, could collectively make a meaningful difference in conserving electricity nationwide.