Cleantech (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s leading integrated waste management and environmental solutions provider, was honored with two prestigious recognitions at the Best Management Practices Company Awards 2026, organized by the Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka. The company secured the Winner – UN Sustainable Development Goals–Led Initiatives Category and was also named among the Forty Outstanding Companies, reaffirming its leadership in sustainable and responsible business practices.
These accolades recognize Cleantech’s transformation from a traditional waste service provider into a circular economy-driven organization, underpinned by innovative and structured best management practices.
At the core of this recognition is ReCircle by Cleantech, a circular economy initiative that effectively collects and converts post-consumer plastic waste into high-quality recycled plastic pellets. These pellets can further be utilized in the plastic equipment manufacturing industry, effectively reducing dependency on virgin plastic in the manufacturing industry. This initiative has enabled the company to process significant volumes of plastic waste while reducing procurement costs for clients and strengthening a reliable, value-added revenue stream. Further strengthening its market credibility, Cleantech has obtained quality certification for its recycled plastic pellets, Good Plastic Certification (GP 5040:2025), becoming the first company in Sri Lanka to meet this rigorous national benchmark for material quality and sustainability. This has enabled recycled materials to compete effectively with virgin plastic, positioning the company as a trusted supplier within sustainable value chains and fostering partnerships aligned with global sustainability goals.
A key part of this success is Cleantech’s Material Recovery Facility, which has aligned itself with the Zero Waste concept, achieving an impressive 99.4% waste diversion rate. By actively applying the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle in day-to-day operations, the company has significantly reduced its reliance on landfills while improving efficiency and strengthening compliance with both local and global sustainability standards. These measures have paved the way for Cleantech to obtain Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) Certification in 2025.
Beyond environmental impact, Cleantech places similar emphasis on building an inclusive and people focused organization. Through its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and disability inclusion initiatives, the company has created meaningful opportunities for a diverse workforce. Women continue to play a strong role in recycling operations, while individuals with disabilities are supported in roles suited to their strengths. At the same time, transforming islandwide informal waste collectors into formal waste entrepreneurs has helped create more stable income streams and foster stronger community connections.
Collectively, these best management practices have delivered measurable outcomes, including improved operational efficiency, reduced costs, enhanced workforce stability, and strengthened environmental performance. More importantly, they demonstrate how sustainability can be embedded into core business strategy to create long-term economic, social, and environmental value.
As part of the Abans Group, Cleantech contributes directly to the Group’s strong commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices. Abans has consistently championed initiatives that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship, and Cleantech serves as a key driver of this vision in the waste management and circular economy space. Through its operations and innovations, Cleantech reinforces the Group’s dedication to creating long-term value while actively supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future.