Regen Renewables powers VoltCast series to foster youth innovation in sustainable energy

Regen Renewables (Pvt.) Ltd is stepping up to empower the next generation of innovators by sponsoring the VoltCast webinar series in collaboration with the University of Ruhuna, as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives, to nurture talent, raise awareness and in advancing sustainability.

The series was designed with the aim of educating and inspiring young minds to take leadership in promoting sustainable practices. By offering a competitive and engaging platform, the event therefore successfully brought together a diverse youth audience, sparking meaningful discussions on how technology and innovation can drive the achievement of sustainability goals.  

The VoltCast webinar series concluded with the highly anticipated Final Ideathalon, showcasing the top 20 teams from universities across Sri Lanka. Institutions such as the University of Ruhuna and General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University participated, as these bright minds energised the competition with their groundbreaking projects, driving the movement towards a more sustainable future.

Regen Renewables Director and CTO Champika Periyapperuma, as the keynote speaker at the event, emphasised the critical importance of sustainability and reminded students that the future of our planet depends on the actions we take today. He pointed out, as the next generation of leaders, they have the power to make a lasting impact by working towards a more sustainable world. 

“It’s not just about protecting the environment; it’s about ensuring a better future for everyone. Let’s be the change that drives innovation, preserves our natural resources and secures a more sustainable tomorrow,” he stated. 

He also encouraged the young engineers to consider joining the renewable energy sector, particularly the solar PV industry, where their passion and skills could drive meaningful change and offer promising career opportunities.

By supporting this student-led initiative, Regen Renewables is not only investing in the future of energy but also fostering a generation of young innovators who will drive the transition towards a sustainable and greener future.

Speaking on this initiative, Regen Renewables Managing Director and CEO Dr. Lakmal Fernando expressed, “We firmly believe that by nurturing the talents and aspirations of young leaders, we can cultivate a community of sustainability champions who are motivated to lead initiatives that address environmental challenges and promote renewable energy solutions. Together, we aspire to create a ripple effect that encourages others to join the movement towards a greener, more sustainable planet.”

Through supporting initiatives like this, Regen Renewables is paving the way for a greener future, inspiring collective action and driving meaningful change within communities and beyond.