Who we are

Welcome to the Ecosphere Resilience Research Centre (ERRC)

“Science Rooted in Nature. Solutions Driven by Research” or “Be the voice of the environment” (any one)

The Ecosphere Resilience Research Centre (ERRC) was established as an interdisciplinary research hub within the Faculty of Applied Sciences at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka. The primary aim of the center is to advance scientific knowledge, innovation, and practical solutions for enhancing environmental resilience and sustainability.

ERRC brings together researchers and professionals from multiple disciplines to address critical challenges related to climate change, pollution, sustainable land use, natural resource management, and ecosystem health. Our focus areas include microplastic and hazardous material pollution, water and soil quality assessment, urban and rural ecosystem resilience, and sustainable development policy.

We support research and development through competitive grants, research assistantships, student mentorship programs, and collaborative projects. The center collaborates with national and international universities, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners.

We regularly organize scientific workshops and training sessions to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, build capacity, and promote community-based environmental stewardship.

Our members include scientists, academic staff, postgraduate researchers, and policy contributors from diverse backgrounds. With a growing network of local and global collaborators, ERRC is committed to shaping a more resilient and sustainable future through cutting-edge research and community engagement.

Vision

To be the center of excellence for climate science and environmental restoration research in the world, dedicated by advancing, applying and facilitating research analytics and modeling.

Mission

The Ecosphere Resilience Research Center is committed to advancing cutting-edge, independent scientific research that strengthens climate resilience, addresses environmental pollution, and develops innovative materials for ecosystem restoration. Through interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary collaborations with leading national and international research institutions, we strive to foster transformative solutions that inform policy, safeguard ecosystems, and promote sustainable development. As Sri Lanka’s leading research hub at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, we are dedicated to nurturing future scientific leaders, supporting evidence-based decision-making, and serving as a national advisor in environmental resilience and sustainability.

Objectives

  • Advance Research Excellence through Data-Driven Solutions
    To harness advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and emerging technologies to drive innovative environmental research, reinforcing national leadership while upholding the highest ethical standards and global best practices.
  • Foster Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Environmental Resilience
    To cultivate strategic interdisciplinary partnerships that integrate climate science, water chemistry, soil health, waste management, and material science, positioning the center as a hub for nationally and internationally recognized research on environmental chemistry and waste management.
  • Develop Sustainable Strategies for Environmental Restoration
    To design and implement cutting-edge monitoring systems, engineered solutions, and nature-based interventions for the remediation, mitigation, and restoration of degraded ecosystems, promoting long-term sustainability through evidence-based research.
  • Empower Future Environmental Leaders and Promote Science CommunicationTo building the capacity of young researchers through targeted workshops, promoting science dissemination and public engagement, and strengthening the national expertise in environmental impact analysis to support evidence-based policymaking.