CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
UNIVERSITY OF PERADENIYA
CES Green-Ambassadors
Who are CES Green-Ambassadors?
CES Green-Ambassadors are self motivated academic and non-academic staff volunteers who are passionate about promoting and implementing sustainable practices at University of Peradeniya. The Green-Ambassadors are welcome to make suggestions for any changes in legislation, regulations and policies related to environment management at University of Peradeniya.
Can I be a CES Green-Ambassador?
We welcome any academic and non-academic staff member as a Green-Ambassador. You will be appointed for a period of 12 months and ambassadorship can be renewed upon your request.Â
What are the Benefits of Being a CES Green-Ambassador?
You will receive a training on sustainability.Â
Self satisfaction for your contribution towards sustainability of the University of Peradeniya.
You can expand your organization, leadership and communication skills.Â
You will be recognized for your sustainability effort.
Your voice will be heard by the campus community.
A certificate will be issued at the end of you term appreciating the contribution you have made during your tenure.
What are the Responsibilities of a CES Green-Ambassador?
Be an environmentally responsible role model to the campus community
You should be able to invest at least 2 hours per month for your responsibilities towards the environment.
Promote and encourage sustainable practices at your respective department, unit, center, faculty, University and beyond, through dialogue and awareness.
Assist CES to organize seminars, webinars, workshops, training programs, conferences etc.Â
Assist CES with Green campaigns.
Explore opportunities to improve green ranking of the University.
 Share your ideas, success stories, weaknesses, solutions etc., on sustainability with other Green-Ambassadors.
Supervise CES Greenterns
Do I need a background in Sustainability?
No, not mandatory, you will receive a training on sustainability from the CES. Just bring your enthusiasm and motivation.
How Can I apply to be a CES Green-Ambassador?
CES is happy to have you as a Green-Ambassador. Please fill the CES Green-Ambassador online application form.
For more details contact CES office.