Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met French Ambassador to Sri Lanka Rémi Lambert today (2) to discuss challenges facing Sri Lanka’s renewable energy sector and investment opportunities.

Premadasa highlighted Sri Lanka’s target of generating 70% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030.

He also raised concerns over changes to rooftop solar payment schemes, delays in project permits and regulatory issues, stressing the need for stable policies and electricity tariffs to attract investment.