19/08/2026
Browns Hotels & Resorts marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with the official launch of its Sustainability Strategic Plan – BIGG CARE, held at The Eden Beruwala, in the presence of Chief Guest Harshini Halangode, Country Programme Manager, UN-Habitat Sri Lanka, alongside distinguished guests, senior management, sustainability professionals, industry experts and key stakeholders who gathered to mark this important step towards strengthening sustainability within the hospitality sector.
BIGG CARE by Browns Hotels & Resorts, Initiative for Green Governance, Climate Action, Accountability, Resource Efficiency & Engagement represents our commitment to embedding sustainability and responsible business practices across our operations.
The official launch and presentation of the Sustainability Strategic Plan was led by Eksath Wijeratne, CEO, Browns Hotels & Resorts, alongside Prabuddha Siriwardhane Assistant Manager - Sustainability & CSR Browns Hotels & Resorts, further reinforcing the Group’s commitment to advancing sustainability across its operations. The occasion also featured the launch of the Group’s Bi-Annual Sustainability Newsletter, strengthening communication and engagement around its sustainability initiatives.
The programme featured an insightful address by Harshini Halangode, followed by a keynote speech by Prof. Ajith De Alwis, Senior Professor, University of Moratuwa.
A key highlight of the programme was the expert panel discussion centred on the theme “Green Governance, Climate Action, Accountability, Resource Efficiency & Engagement.”
The panel brought together Prof. Ajith De Alwis, Senior Professor, University of Moratuwa; Prof. Sevvandi Jayakody, Chair Professor, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka; Dr. Sharmen Vidanage, Country Representative, IUCN Sri Lanka; and Dr. Leonie Vaas, General Manager, Hirdaramani Group PLC, with Prashani Illangasekara, Co-Founder, AlchemX Global, serving as the moderator.
The discussion brought together diverse perspectives on advancing sustainability, climate action, resource efficiency and accountability within organisations and the wider hospitality industry.
BIGG CARE marks a new chapter in Browns Hotels & Resorts’ sustainability journey, strengthening our commitment to responsible growth and a more sustainable future.
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