dr.udara-arachchige

Dr. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige

Senior Lecturer I

Contact

  • udara.a@nsbm.ac.lk
  • +94 11 544 5000
  • Department of Mechatronic and Industry Engineering
  • Faculty of Engineering
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Profile

Udara S.P.R. Arachchigereceived his B.Sc Degree (2007) in Chemical and Process Engineering from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, and M.Sc degree (2010) in Energy and Environmental Engineering from Telemark University College, Porsgrunn, Norway. He received his Ph.D. in Carbon dioxide capture from power plants- modeling and simulation studies at the Southeastern University of Norway in the year 2014. He completed Postdoctoral studies at University of Calgary, Canada in Direct Air Capture to reduce Carbon dioxides from the atmosphere. He has presented and published more than 120 papers in International Conferences and journals. His research interests are CO2 capture, process modeling and simulation, air pollution control, Renewable Energy, waste to energy, and energy optimization. He has more than 5 years of teaching experience at multiple local and international universities. Currently, He is working as a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering, NSBM Green University, Sri Lanka.

Research Interest

  • Air Pollution Control
  • Renewable Energy
  • Process Modeling and Optimization
  • Carbon Capture
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Waste to Energy

Memberships:

  • 2021- Present – Young Scientific Forum-Sri Lanka (Membership: Y/S/110)
  • 2023-Present – American Institute of Chemical Engineers. (AIChe) – Member ID: 009905850496
  • IEEE – Membership 101768347
  • IESL-Associate ember-2026 – AM 34148
  • 2012 – Present- Associate Member-American Chemical Society
  • 2010 – Present -Associate Member, Nordic Rheology Society-Scandinavia
  • 2018 – Present – Senior member of the HKCBEES (Hong Kong Chemical, Biological & Environmental Engineering Society)
  • 2025- Present – Associate member of International Association of Engineers

Awards

  • 2019: Highest H-Index (3rd Place) and Award for publishing more than five Scopus indexed journal articles (University of Sri Jayewardenepura-Sri Lanka)
  • 2023: CANCore Canadian Government Scholarship for Post doctoral Associate position with University of Calgary.

Journal Publications

  1. Hashan Madushanka, Udara Arachchige, Capacity building strategies for implementing last planner system in the Sri Lankan construction industry, REM, Int. Eng. J., Ouro Preto, 79(3), e250071, jul. sep. |  2026,  http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/0370-44672025790071
  2. Sinna Lebbe, Subhane, Abdul Rahim, Nihmiya, Aryal, Nabin, Arachchige, Udara S.P.R., Koliyabandara, Pabasari A, Electrocoagulation in textile wastewater treatment: Amaranth azo dye removal, Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment 14 (2026) 100323, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scenv.2026.100323.
  3. Dasun Siriwardena, Gamunu Samarakoon, Nabin Aryal, A.R. Nihmiya, Udara Arachchige, Life Cycle Assessment of Alkaline Dry Cells-Type Oxyhydrogen (HHO) Generators for Two-Wheeled Vehicle Engines, Frontiers in Energy Research,  https://doi.org/10.3389/fenrg.2026.1722239, March 2026.
  4. Arachchige, U.S.P.R., Gunasekara, H.D.R.T., Rajapaksha, R.A.K.M. and Jayathilaka, M.D.K.C., 2026. Comparative assessment of alternative fine aggregates for sustainable concrete: Physical, chemical and mechanical characterization of Sri Lankan sands. Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 25(3), D1876. https://doi.org/10.46488/NEPT.2026.v25i03.D1876
  5. Siriwardena, M.B.D.K., Nihmiya, A.R., Arachchige, U.S.P.R. and Arachchige, G.S., 2025. Optimization of HHO gas production in alkaline dry-type HHO kit using various electrode and electrolyte configurations. Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 24(3), D1728. https://doi.org/10.46488/ NEPT.2025.v24i03.D1728
  6. Arachchige, U.S.P.R. and Ishara, G.K.K., 2026. Parameter optimization of the direct air capture (DAC) process to achieve net zero emission targets. Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 25(1), p. 1791. https://doi.org/10.46488/NEPT.2026.v25i01.D1791
  7. Miyuranga, K.A.V.; Arachchige, U.S.P.R.; Marso, T.M.M.; Samarakoon, G. Biodiesel Production through the Transesterification of Waste Cooking Oil over Typical Heterogeneous Base or Acid Catalysts. Catalysts 2023, 13, 546. https://doi.org/10.3390/ catal13030546
  8. K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, B.M.C.M. Balasuriya, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Randika A. Jayasinghe and Nuwan A. Weerasekara, Production of Biodiesel in the Presence of Co-Solvents in Transesterification: A Review, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 35, No. 02 (2023), 254-276. https://doi.org/ 10.14233/ajchem.2023.24009
  9. U.S.P.R. Arachchige†, K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, D. Thilakarathne, R. A. Jayasinghe and N. A. Weerasekara, Impact of the Chemical Composition of Oil for Biodiesel Production to Reduce Environmental Pollution, Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 21(4), 2022, 1681-1687. https://doi.org/10.46488/NEPT.2022.v21i04.021
  10. K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, B.M.C.M. Balasuriya, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Randika A. Jayasinghe and Nuwan A. Weerasekara, Comparison of Performance of Various Homogeneous Alkali Catalysts in Transesterification of Waste Cooking Oil, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 34, No. 12 (2022), 3157-3161. https://doi.org/10.14233/ajchem.2022.23849
  11. Miyuranga, K.A.V.; Arachchige, U.S.P.R.; Jayasinghe, R.A.; Samarakoon, G. Purification of Residual Glycerol from Biodiesel Production as a Value-Added Raw Material for Glycerolysis of Free Fatty Acids in Waste Cooking Oil. Energies 2022, 15, 8856. https://doi.org/10.3390/en15238856
  12. K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, B.M.C.M. Balasuriya, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Randika A. Jayasinghe and Nuwan A. Weerasekara, A Comparative Analysis of Impact of Hexane, Diethyl Ether, Toluene and Acetone on Biodiesel Transesterification Process, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 34, No. 10 (2022), 2545-2550. DOI: 10.14233/ajchem.2022.23794
  13. S.J. De Silva, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige and A.H.L.R. Nilmini, Comparative Study of Bioethanol Production from Waste Banana Fruits and Grapefruits, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 34, No. 9 (2022), 2253-2256. https://doi.org/10.14233/ajchem.2022.23770
  14. K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, S.J. De Silva, Randika A. Jayasinghe and Nuwan A. Weerasekara, Comparison of the Properties of Biodiesel-Bioethanol-Diesel Blended Fuel, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 34, No. 7 (2022), 1809-1813. DOI: 10.14233/ajchem.2022.23767
  15. H. M. Sajath, A. R. Nihmiya and U. S. P. R. Arachchige, Handling the Sludge When Using Polyaluminum Chloride as a Coagulant in the Potable Water Treatment Process, Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 21(2), 2022, 617-624. DOI:10.46488/NEPT.2022.v21i02.020
  16. S.J. De Silva, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, and A.H.L.R. Nilmini, Production of Bioethanol using Waste Fruits under Acid and Alkali Catalytic Hydrolysis: A Review, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 34, No. 1 (2022), 25-34. DOI: 10.14233/ajchem.2022.23466
  17. U.S.P.R. Arachchige†, K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, D. Thilakarathne, R. A. Jayasinghe and N. A. Weerasekara, Biodiesel-Alkaline Transesterification Process for Methyl Ester Production, Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 20(5), 2021, 1973-1980. DOI:10.46488/NEPT.2021.v20i05.013
  18. Danushka Thilakarathne, K.A. Viraj Miyuranga, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Nuwan A. Weerasekara, Randika A. Jayasinghe, Catalysts for Biodiesel Production: A Review, Asian Journal of Chemistry; Vol. 33, No. 9 (2021), 1985-1999. https://doi.org/10.14233/ajchem.2021.23332
  19. Udara S. P. R. Arachchige, Kohilan Rasenthiran, Lakshan M.A.L, Lakshitha Madalagama M. K, Prabhath Pathirana P.R, Sakuna Sandupama P.W, Simulation of carbon dioxide capture for industrial applications, Energy Reports 6, (2020), 659-663. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egyr.2019.11.134
  20. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Singh B., Prajapati K., Melaaen M.C. Dynamic Viscosity of Partially Carbonated Aqueous Monoethanolamine (MEA) from (20 to 150) °C. Applied Chemical Engineering (2019) 2(2),  1-9. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.24294/ace.v1i2.660
  21. Udara SPR Arachchige, Sakuna Sandupama PW. Alternative fuel for biomass boilers in Sri Lanka. Int J Chem Stud 2019;7(3):729-733.
  22. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Kawan D., Melaaen M.C. Simulation of carbon dioxide capture for aluminum production process. International Journal of Modeling and Optimization, 2014, 4, No. 1: 43-50.
  23. Adhikari A., Arachchige U.S.P.R., Dotel U.R., Pokhrel R., Melaaen M.C. Role of solar flat plate collectors in reducing greenhouse gases in Nepal. IEEE CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS, 2014, Page(s): 1- 4. DOI: 10.1109/IREC.2014.6827024
  24. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Kawan D., Tokheim L.A., Melaaen M.C. Waste heat utilization for CO2 capture in the cement industry. International Journal of Modeling and Optimization, 2014, 4, No. 6: 438-442.
  25. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Singh B., Prajapati K., Melaaen M.C. Viscosities of Aqueous Solutions of Monoethanolamine (MEA), Diethanolamine (DEA) and N-Methyl diethanolamine (MDEA) at T = (90-150) °C. Annual Transactions – The Nordic Rheology Society 2014, 2014, Volume 22.
  26. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Aryal N., Ghimire P., Halstensen M., Melaaen M.C. Multivariate data analysis for parameters effect on CO2 removal efficiency. Energy Procedia, 2013, Volume 37: 2011-2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egypro.2013.06.081
  27. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Kawan D., Tokheim L.A., Melaaen M.C. Model Development for CO2 Capture in the Cement Industry. International Journal of Modeling and Optimization, 2013, 3, No. 6: 535-540.
  28. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Melaaen M.C. Alternative solvents for post combustion carbon capture. International Journal of Energy and Environment, 2013, 4, No. 3: 441-448.
  29. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Nair J.U., Muhammed M., Halstensen M., Melaaen M.C. Multivariate Data Analysis for Identification of Important Parameters on Re-Boiler Duty in a Post-Combustion Chemical Absorption Process. European Journal of Scientific Research, 2013, 95, No. 2: 289-302.
  30. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Muhammed M., Melaaen M.C. Optimized CO2 flue gas separation model for a coal fired power plant. International Journal of Energy and Environment, 2013, 4, No. 1: 39-48.
  31. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Kawan D., Tokheim L.A., Melaaen M.C. Impact of kiln thermal energy demand and false air on cement kiln flue gas CO2 capture. International Journal of Energy and Environment, 2013, 5, No. 1: 45-52.
  32. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Kawan D., Melaaen M.C. New Model Configuration for Post Combustion Carbon Capture. International Journal of Modeling and Optimization, Vol. 3, No. 1, February 2013, 41-45.
  33. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Melaaen M.C. Aspen Plus Simulation of CO2 Removal from Coal and Gas Fired Power Plants. Energy Procedia, 2012, 23: 391–399. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.egypro.2012.06.060
  34. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Melaaen M.C. Selection of Packing Material for Gas Absorption. European Journal of Scientific Research, 2012, 87, No. 1: 117-126.
  35. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Aryal N., Eimer D.A., Melaaen M.C. Viscosities of pure and aqueous solutions of monoethanolamine (MEA), Diethanolamine (DEA) and N-Methyldiethanolamine (MDEA). Annual Transactions – The Nordic Rheology Society 2012, 2012, Volume 21.
  36. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Muhammed M., Melaaen M.C. Optimization of post combustion carbon capture process-solvent selection. International Journal of Energy and Environment, 2012, 3, No. 6: 861-870.

Conference (Full Paper) Publications

  1. Siriwardena M.B.D.K., Nihmiya A.R. and Arachchige U.S.P.R., Surface-Engineered Electrodes Incorporating Carbon Nanomaterials to Improve Efficiency in HHO Generators, International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches 2026, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka (ICMA 2026).
  2. W. C. Nirmal, H. K. I. S. Lakmal, U. S. P. R. Arachchige and W. S. C. Rodrigo, “An Interpretable Machine Learning Framework for Vibration-Based Fault Detection Using Multi-Domain Features,” 2026 IEEE International Research Conference on Smart Computing and Systems Engineering (SCSE), Kelaniya, Gampaha, Sri Lanka, 2026, pp. 1-6 , doi: https://doi.org/10.1109/SCSE70081.2026.11499945
  3. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, W.C. Nirmal, G.K.K. Ishara, Industrial Post-Combustion Carbon Capture: Strategies for Emission Control in Power Plants and Manufacturing Sectors, E3S Web of Conferences 714, 06002 (2026), FCEE2026, Korea. https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202671406002
  4. Effect of Peer Learning (Proseminar) to Re-establish a Traditional Classroom in Higher Education in the Post-COVID 19 Scenario, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences (IRCHSS -2021), University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
  5. M.B.D.K. Siriwardena, A.R. Nihmiya, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Performance of Novel Hybrid System of HHO Generator Coupled with Internal Combustion Engine, 3rd International Engineering Research Symposium 2025 (IERS 2025), Colombo, Sri Lanka.
  6. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, W.C. Nirmal, Innovating Elections in Sri Lanka: Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Campaigns and Environmental Protection, Annual Research Symposium-2025-Election Commission-Sri Lanka.
  7. G.K.K. Ishara, Nabin Aryal, G. Samarakoon, U. Arachchige, P. A. Koliyabandara, A.R. Nihmiya, ICTAR-2025, Performance Evaluation of a Lab-Scale Single-Chamber Microbial Fuel Cell, 2nd International Conference on Transformative Applied Research (ICTAR 2025), NSBM Green University, Homagama, Sri Lanka.
  8. L. P. S. S. Panagoda, S. M. P. A. Koliyabandara and U.S.P.R. Arachchige, Analysis of the Potential of Biochar to Capture Volatile Organic Compounds Emitted from Dumpsites, 2nd International Conference on Transformative Applied Research (ICTAR 2025), NSBM Green University, Homagama, Sri Lanka.
  9. M.B.D.K. Siriwardena, A.R. Nihmiya, U.S.P.R. Arachchige, and G.Samarakoon, Performance and Stability Comparison of PVA-Based and PTFE-Enhanced Carbon Nanomaterial Coated Nickel Electrodes for HHO Generators, 2nd International Conference on Transformative Applied Research (ICTAR 2025), NSBM Green University, Homagama, Sri Lanka.
  10. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Jayarathna S.A., Melaaen M.C. Comparison of temperature profiles in CO2 removal process with Aspen Plus and MATLAB. The 36th Clear water clean coal conference, Florida, USA, 2011, 3-7 June.
  11. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Melaaen M.C. Blended Amines’ Effect on Post Combustion CO2 Capture Process. Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Environmental Pollution and Remediation, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 2012, 28-30 August.
  12. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Aryal N., Melaaen M.C. Case study for flue gas separation of a coal fired power plant and parameters’ effect on removal efficiency. APCRE’11 chemical engineering symposium, Beijing, China, 2011, 18-21 September.
  13. Sampath P.R.A.U., Samarakoon S.P.A.G.L., Ismail F. M., Gunawardana S.H.P. Biodiesel production from high FFA non-edible oil.   Proceedings of the 14th ERU Symposium, 2008: Faculty of Engineering, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka.
  14. Arachchige U.S.P.R., Aryal N., Melaaen M.C. CO2-flue gas separation for a gas-fired power plant, Tenth ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON CARBON CAPTURE AND SEQUESTRATION, 2011, Pittsburg, USA
  15. Udara S. P. R. Arachchige, Kohilan Rasenthiran, Lakshan M.A.L, Lakshitha Madalagama M. K, Prabhath Pathirana P.R, Sakuna Sandupama P.W, Simulation of carbon dioxide capture for industrial applications, The 5th International Conference on Renewable Energy and Development ICRED 2019 September 20-23, 2019 | Okinawa, Japan.
  16. Udara S. P. R. Arachchige, Kohilan Rasenthiran, The development of a conceptual model of student satisfaction for Sri Lankan higher education, 28th ICTEL 2019 – International Conference on Teaching, Education & Learning, 26-27 December, Kuala Lumpur.
  17. Thilakarathne, U.S.P.R. Arachchige, N.A. Jayasinghe, R.N. Weerasekaara and K.A.V. Miyuranga, “Impact of the quality of waste cooking oil on biodiesel production”, in 8th ITUM Research Symposium, Homagama, Sri Lanka, 2021, pp. 98-100.
  18. P.W.T.M.C. Tharukarathne, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Pabasari Arundathi Koliyabandara, Development of high-calorific value bio-briquettes by using pine needles, and pine resin for biomass boiler.   SLIIT International Conference on Engineering and Technology, 2024, Sri Lanka.
  19. H.N.M. Lakshika, Udara S.P.R Arachchige, Pabasari Arundathi Koliyabandara, Production of Rice Husk Derived Biomass Briquettes for Boilers, SLIIT International Conference on Engineering and Technology, 2024, Sri Lanka.
  20. W.P.S. Navanjani Perera, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Pabasari Arundathi Koliyabandara, Process optimization of essential oil extraction using Pomelo peels as the raw material, SLIIT International Conference on Engineering and Technology, 2024, Sri Lanka.

Books/Book Chapters

  1. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Biodiesel-Production and Process Optimization, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers, 2025, Sri Lanka, ISBN: 978-624-99225-1-8
  2. Udara Arachchige, Engineering Sustainability-Circular Economy and Green Technologies for a Resilient Future, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers, 2025, Sri Lanka, ISBN: 9 786249 922549
  3. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Reduction of NOx Emissions from Exhaust Gases by DeNOx Technology, AkiNik Publications, India, 2019. (Master Thesis) ISBN: 978-93-5335-597-5.
  4. Udara S. P. R. Arachchige, Carbon Dioxide Capture by Chemical Absorption: Energy Optimization and Analysis of Dynamic Viscosity of Solvents, University of South-Eastern Norway, 2019. (Ph. D Thesis) ISNB: 978-82-7206-515-6.
  5. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Boiler Operation and Maintenance Technology, Nine Publishing, Sri Lanka, 2020. ISBN: 978-955-7688-26-8.
  6. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, S.J. Ranaweera, A.A.L.T. Ampemohotti, Spices and Herbs, Nine Publishing, Sri Lanka, 2020. ISBN: 978-955-7688-30-5
  7. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Nine Publishing, Sri Lanka, 2021, ISBN: 978-624-5717-11-8
  8. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Green House Gas Accounting and Emission Control, Nine Publishing, 2021, Sri Lanka, ISBN: 978-624-5717-02-6
  9. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, Boiler Operation, Question and Answers, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers, 2022, Sri Lanka, ISBN: 978-624-99225-0-1
  10. Sampath Arachchige, Mathematics-Grade 6, Susara Publications, Sri Lanka 2018  ISBN: 978-955-33-0736-1
  11. Sampath Arachchige, Mathematics-Grade 8, Susara Publications, Sri Lanka 2018 ISBN: 978-955-33-0735-4
  12. Sampath Arachchige, Mathematics-Grade 9, Susara Publications, Sri Lanka 2018 ISBN: 978-955-33-0892-4

Book Chapters

  1. Ekanayaka S.S, Koliyabandara P.A, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, W.C. Nirmal, Advancing Circular Economy Strategies in South Asia, Engineering Sustainability-Circular Economy and Green Technologies for a Resilient Future, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers (MRP), Colombo, Sri Lanka Year: 2025, ISBN – 9 786249 922549.
  2. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, G.K.K. Ishara, Hashan Madushanka, Vihanga Senevirathne, Pabasari A. Koliyabandara, Chaminda Rathnayake, W.C. Nirmal, Valorization of Solid Waste into Briquettes: A Sustainable Energy Pathway for Sri Lanka, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers (MRP), Colombo, Sri Lanka Year: 2025, ISBN – 9 786249 922549.
  3. Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, L.P. S.S. Panagoda, Malsha S. Mendis, Chaminda Rathnayake, G.K.K. Ishara, W.C. Nirmal, Industrialization and Carbon Footprint: Assessing the Impact of Manufacturing Industries, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers (MRP), Colombo, Sri Lanka Year: 2025, ISBN – 9 786249 922549.
  4. Eshani L. Lokuge, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, W.C. Nirmal, Green Synthesis Approaches in Nanotechnology: Potential Application in Polymer Industry for Sustainable Production, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers (MRP), Colombo, Sri Lanka Year: 2025, ISBN – 9 786249 922549.
  5. D.M.S.M. Dissanayaka, Pabasari Koliyabandara, A.R. Nihmiya, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige, W.C. Nirmal, Life Cycle Assessment of Bioethanol Pro-duction: A Case Study on Corn Stover as a Sustainable Feedstock, Multidisciplinary Research Publishers (MRP), Colombo, Sri Lanka Year: 2025, ISBN – 9 786249 922549.
  6. Bioethanol from Waste Biomass: A Sustainable Approach in Circular Economy Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on University-Industry Collaborations for Sustainable Development, Proceedings in Technology Transfer, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-5944-6_23. 2025. Springer.ICSD 2024 16–17 March Colombo, Sri Lanka
  7. Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: Recovery, Recycling, and Upcycling of Mixed Plastic Waste into FuelG.K.K. Ishara, Pabasari A. Koliyabandara, Udara S.P.R. Arachchige,1st Edition, Published2025, CRC Press, Pages53, ISBN9781003487593

On going Research

  1. Development of bio-briquettes using waste cotton flock generated by a glove manufacturing industry: (M. Phil Student: D.M.C.O. Ranaraja)
    Funded By: University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021-2025
  2. The Novel Hybrid System of HHO Generator Coupled with Internal Combustion Engines: (M. Phil Student: Buddhika Dasun Kaushalya Siriwardena Mirinchige)
    Funded By: University of South-Eastern Norway2023-2026
  3. Techno economic analysis of biogas production from agricultural waste in Sri Lanka: (M. Phil Student: Ilyas Fathima Aroosa)
    Funded By: University of South-Eastern Norway, 2023-2026
  4. Evaluation of the applicability of phyto extraction of heavy metals released from industrial waste by selected plant types and examine the capacity of producing biofuel from their biomass: (M. Phil Student: A G W D Wijekoon), 2021-2025
    Funded By: University of Sri Jayewardenepura
  5. Integrated Approach to Process Design, Simulation, and Sustainability Analysis in Biodiesel Production: (M. Phil Student: M.G. S.S. Bandara)
    Funded By: University of South-Eastern Norway, 2024 Dec-2026 Dec
  6. Life Cycle Assessment of Bioenergy Conversion from Corn Stover: A Comparative Study of Biogas and Bioethanol Production: D.M.S.M. Dissanayaka
    Funded By: University of South-Eastern Norway, 2024 Dec-2026 Dec
  7. Optimizing Public-Private Partnerships for the Scalable Implementation of Waste-to-Energy Technologies in Sri Lanka: (Phase 1) -Eco-Friendly Briquette Production Using Municipal Solid Waste and Agricultural Residues for Industrial Boilers, with Bottom Ash Utilization in Construction Industry,
    Funded By: NSBM Green University, 2025 May-2026 May

Research Grant

  1. Optimizing Public-Private Partnerships for the Scalable Implementation of Waste-to-Energy Technologies in Sri Lanka: (Phase 1) - Eco-Friendly Briquette Production Using Municipal Solid Waste and Agricultural Residues for Industrial Boilers, with Bottom Ash Utilization in Construction Industry
    Funded By: NSBM Green University, Sri Lanka
    2025 May-2026 May (3.8 million LKR)
  2. Development of renewable energy technology in circular economy; A joint project among the Universities in Norway, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
    Funded By: Norwegian Government
    June 2022 – 2026 (8.1 million NOK = 285 million LKR)
  3. Biodiesel production from waste vegetable oil: Catalyst Optimization and developing a value-added product from Glycerin
    Funded By: AHEAD Operation– World Bank, USA
    Jan 2020-2023 (25 million LKR)
  4. Development of bio-briquettes using waste cotton flock generated by a glove manufacturing industry
    Funded By: Research Council-University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
    2022-2024 (2.3 million LKR)
  5. Investigation of the possibility of using fruit waste in bioethanol production
    Funded By: Research Council-University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
    2021-2023 (2.3 million LKR)

Newspaper Articles

Following newspaper articles published in Sunday Observer – Sri Lanka for knowledge dissemination to the public.
  1. Possibility of using fruit waste in Bioethanol production: 24/10/2021
  2. Biodiesel production from waste cooking oil: 07/11/2021
  3. Potential Utilization of waste cooking oil in Sri Lanka: Policy implementation: 28/11/2021
  4. Strategies to implement the potential of biodiesel production in Sri Lanka: 19/03/2022.
  5. Biofuel: A ray of hope for Sri Lanka’s energy crisis: 02/05/2022
  6. Utilization of jackfruit for Bioethanol production: 29/05/2022
  7. Biofuel: From research to reality: 04/12/2022
  8. International collaboration to enhance the research-based education system- 09/01/2023
  9. Utilization of cotton flock waste: 22/01/2023
  10. Plants to rescue: An integrated approach to phytoremediation and biofuel production: 29/01/2023
  11. A sustainable solution for chemical catalysts: Biodiesel production: 05/02/2023
  12. Policy changes and recommendations for implementation of biodiesel in Sri Lanka:05/03/2023
  13. Free fatty acid content of the oil: Biofuel innovations: 12/03/2023
  14. Analysis of the impact of industrial training on student’s academic performance and happiness: 19/03/2023
  15. The impact of shipping on marine environment: Safety measured to reduce future accidents: 02/04/2023.
  16. From waste to wealth: Utilization of waste fruits and vegetables: 09/04/2023
  17. Alternative waste biomass for industrial boilers to reduce air pollution: 23/04/2023.
  18. Solid waste management and utilization approaches in University of Sri Jayewardenepura – 18/06/2023
  19. Biomass briquettes: Turning waste into energy: 18/02/2024.
  20. Unveiling the fragrant potential-Pomelo oil extraction: 23/03/2024
  21. Clean Energy Revolution:30/03/2025
  22. Trash to Treasure: 20/04/2025
  23. Impact of Research and Publications: 27/04/2025
  24. How inter-university technology sharing and collaboration accelerate successful research:15/06/2024
  25. Integrated Solar and Wind, and Hydro power for green hydrogen ammonia production: 27/07/2025
  26. Agricultural Crop Residue to Fuel Briquette – Turning Waste into Sustainable Energy: 24/08/2025
  27. Renewable Energy Implementation- 28/09/2025
  28. Electric Vehicles and the future of Green Mobility in Sri Lanka-26/10/2025
  29. Safe to Discharge – Unsafe to Eat?, Ceylon Today, 29/12/2025, https://ceylontoday.lk/2025/12/29/safe-to-discharge-unsafe-to-eat/
  30. Last Planner System and Future of Reliable Construction, 26/07/2026

Research and Project Contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

His research and other project contributions are aligned with the following SDG(s):