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Project Objectives and Expected Results The objectives of the Project are to address the solid waste emergency in the Metro Colombo Area, and to build capacity for an integrated SWM system in Sri Lanka. The expected project results include reduction of the waste disposal in open dumpsites and increase of the beneficiaries receiving the improved solid waste services. III. Project Description The Project will comprise the following components: (i) SWM Disposal Improvement • Safe closure of Meethotamulla dumpsite; • A temporary controlled landfill and improved compost operations at Kerawalapitiya Waste Park (KWP); • Rehabilitation at Karadiayana controlled dumpsite; • Improvement at Dompe landfill; • Construction of the sanitary landfill at Aruwakkalu and associated waste transfer stations and facilities; and • Construction supervision consultancy financed by GOSL. (ii) SWM Service and Operations Improvements • Vehicles and equipment for collection, sorting, transport, processing, and transfer of waste to disposal sites for the Local Authorities; • Closure of the Bloemendhal dumpsite, including waste reduction; and • Development of an urban park at the Meethotamulla dumpsite. (iii) SWM Institutional Development • SWM sector comprehensive review, stakeholders consultations, and system reform road map; • Support to SWM institutions; • Planning and capacity building in Local Authorities; • Support for GOSL to engage private sector and job creation initiatives in SWM sector; and 3 • Audit of existing dumpsites nationwide and development of guidelines for dumpsite management. (iv) Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation • Public awareness and citizen engagement programs; • Consultant support for Project design, implementation and capacity building for Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs); and • Support for safeguards implementation and compliance monitoring, and incremental operational costs. |
