Biodiversity
Enhancing quality of life for all through the conservation and promotion of natural resources, habitats and wildlife
Programs & Initiatives
Current Projects
Cinnamon Rainforest Restoration Project
Reforesting 59 acres in Sri Lanka’s wet zone to create habitats for unique flora and fauna while engaging local families as custodians, nurturing both nature and livelihoods.
Rumassala Nature Field Centre
Built in partnership with the Central Environment Authority to preserve the rich biodiversity of Rumassala, Galle and inspire experiential learning for future generations.
Programs & Initiatives
Phased Out Projects
Yala Map
Developed 15,000 educational maps for Yala National Park to enhance visitor awareness on biodiversity, conservation, and responsible tourism.
Programs & Initiatives
BU Initiatives
Cinnamon Elephant Project
Tracking elephant herds using GPS and satellite technology since 2014 to better understand seasonal movements and inform conservation efforts.
Cinnamon Butterfly Garden
A sanctuary for butterflies and an educational space for guests and schoolchildren, enhancing biodiversity and positioning Cinnamon Lodge Habarana as a true green hotel.
Marine Conservation
Preserving marine ecosystems integral to Sri Lanka’s biodiversity and the sustainable future of our Leisure sector.
Forestry Project
Community-based tree planting initiative to expand forest cover, create biodiversity links, and build environmentally aware communities.
Plasticcycle
Plasticcycle is a Social Entrepreneurship Project by John Keells Group with an aim at reducing plastic pollution, through encouraging reduction in the use of single-use plastics, supporting responsible disposal and promoting recycling initiatives. The John Keells Group, acknowledging the fact that products and services provided by the Group also contribute to the plastic pollution problem, launched Plasticcycle in July 2017, with a vision of being a catalyst in significantly reducing plastic pollution in Sri Lanka.