The Island Going Green in Kirindiwela: Ceylinco Life begins work on 36th company-owned building Business Ceylinco Life directors at the laying of the foundation stone for the new branch Share Tweet Ceylinco Life has commenced construction of its 36th company-owned branch buildin…
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Going Green in Kirindiwela: Ceylinco Life begins work on 36th company-owned building
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Ceylinco Life directors at the laying of the foundation stone for the new branch
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Ceylinco Life has commenced construction of its 36th company-owned branch building with the laying of the foundation stone for a new eco-friendly edifice in Kirindiwela, reaffirming the life insurance market leader’s continued investment in sustainable infrastructure and enhanced customer service. The ceremony was attended by Ceylinco Life Chairman Mr R. Renganathan, Managing Director/CEO Mr Thushara Ranasinghe, members of the Board of Directors and senior management of Ceylinco Life, alongside valued customers and distinguished invitees from the Kirindiwela area. Driven by its commitment to delivering superior service in a welcoming and customer-centric environment, Ceylinco Life has consistently invested in purpose-built branch buildings that serve as flagship locations. The Kirindiwela branch will join a network of 35 such company-owned buildings currently in operation across the country, each designed to offer elevated standards of service and modern facilities. The new building will be constructed on company-owned land and developed in line with the Company’s green building concept, incorporating environmentally responsible design principles and energy-efficient technologies. Spanning a floor area of 3,440 square feet, the Kirindiwela branch will utilise locally developed prefabricated construction technology from the National Engineering Research and Development Centre (NERD). The building is planned to operate on a 100 per cent self-sufficient solar electricity system, eliminating reliance on the national grid. Key sustainability features of the proposed building include natural ventilation design, a topography-friendly layout, a green patch with grass grown in between interlocking blocks, energy-efficient air conditioning and lighting systems, and a rainwater harvesting facility. A dedicated Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) will recycle wastewater for toilet flushing and gardening, while the company will practice the green concept of ‘Reuse’ in air-conditioning and electronic equipment, further minimising environmental impact.
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