Eco Clean 2.0 – Phase 01: Eco Ripples

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 Eco Clean 2.0 – Phase 01: Eco Ripples

A Single Act of Care Can Spark a Ripple


Every day, thousands pass through bus stands without noticing the silent damage caused by unmanaged waste. Over time, these shared public spaces lose their cleanliness, dignity and sense of responsibility. Recognizing this reality Leo Club of University of Colombo initiated Eco Ripples, not merely as a clean-up project, but as a movement to inspire mindful interaction and collective responsibility towards public spaces.

On 21st December 2025, from 9.30 AM to 4.00 PM, the project was carried out at three major bus stands in Colombo District: Nugegoda, Maharagama and Homagama. These high-traffic locations were chosen for their visibility and potential to influence everyday behavior. The initiative was conducted with the support and permission of the Road Passenger Transport Authority – Western Province, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte Municipal Council, Maharagama Urban Council and Homagama Pradeshiya Sabha, highlighting the importance of institutional collaboration in environmental action.

What began as a volunteer-led effort soon transformed into a collective community initiative. Residents, daily commuters and bus stand authorities actively participated, demonstrating a shared willingness to protect public spaces when given the opportunity. The Supervisor of Nugegoda Bus Stand facilitated the process by arranging essential equipment, while the Fire and Rescue Department of Kotte supported the project with a water bowser, enabling deeper sanitation and reinforcing the value of coordinated support.

Designed with sustainability at its core, Eco Ripples went beyond cleaning by installing customized garbage bins for waste segregation and displaying awareness banners in both Sinhala and English. Non-degradable waste collected from all locations was handed over to Katana Upcycle, a social enterprise that transforms waste into valuable products while supporting livelihoods. Eco Ripples wasn’t just about cleaning spaces; it was about awakening responsibility; one bus stand, one action and one community at a time.


Penned By, 

Leo Kaushalya Senarath.

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