Browsing by Author "Samarakoon, K.S."
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- ItemA Model & Framework for University & SMEs Collaborations(NSBM Green University, 2024-03) Samarakoon, K.S.; Kulatunga, S.L.In the era of innovation and knowledge exchange, fostering effective collaborations between universities and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) has emerged as a critical aspect for mutual growth and societal advancement. This paper introduces a robust model and framework meticulously crafted to enhance and streamline collaborative endeavors between universities and SMEs. Rooted in a thorough examination of existing literature and enriched by empirical findings from real-world case studies, the proposed model amalgamates pivotal elements crucial for the success of such partnerships. It encapsulates organizational structures, resource allocation mechanisms, and effective communication strategies, thus paving the way for fruitful and sustainable collaborations.
- ItemAnalysis of the Impact of Mini Hydro Development Project for Regional Economic Growth(NSBM Green University, 2024-03) Perera, C.; Samarakoon, K.S.Mini hydro power plants are a non-conventional renewable energy category which operates very close to the regional community living around the geographical location of the power station. Same as waterways are very close to the lifestyle of the rural community, they are very sensitive to the updates introduced to the water streams and other rural infrastructure by a mini hydro project. The effects are significant in several spans including regional economy, environment, social wellbeing, community lifestyle, health, education and regional culture. Therefore, it is important to analyze the effects of different life cycle phases of a mini hydro plant to the regional community. Hydropower Sustainability Council (HSC) has launched the Hydropower Sustainability Standard (HSS) to monitor and evaluate the sustainability aspect of hydropower plants. The effect on community is measured under the Community Prosperity criteria. This research focusses on the impact of a mini hydro project being implemented in Deraniyagala, Sri Lanka to the surrounding community, proposing a matrix model to evaluate Community Prosperity aspect as a case study.