Education Materials Towards a Plastic Waste-Free Galle City: A Collaborative Journey to Sustainability

Plastic pollution is a growing global challenge that demands urgent, comprehensive, and collective action. In response, Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Environment (MOE) developed the National Action Plan on Plastic Waste Management, 2021–2030 (NAPPWM), grounded in the principles of the circular economy and the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Achieving the ambitious targets of this plan requires more than technological advancements and regulatory measures—it calls for a transformative shift in lifestyles, consumption habits, and a community-driven approach to environmental stewardship.

To share the practical insights and achievements of the collaborative project in Galle City to becoming a Plastic Waste-Free City, setting a powerful example of sustainable urban environmental management by mobilizing local communities and engaging diverse sectors, we have produced a series of video documentaries. These serve as valuable educational and informational resources for other cities in Sri Lanka and globally, offering a replicable model for sustainable plastic waste management and inspiring collective action toward a greener future.