AFRY awarded key role in strategic transmission grid study in Sri Lanka to enable renewable energy integration
AFRY has been awarded a strategic consultancy contract by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), Sri Lanka’s national utility, to conduct a comprehensive transmission grid study.
In collaboration with Swedfund, the project aims to enable large-scale integration of renewable energy and ensure grid stability across the country.
Sri Lanka’s national energy targets aim to achieve 70% renewable electricity generation by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. AFRY will assess the technical and economic feasibility of integrating variable renewable energy (VRE) sources such as solar and wind into the national grid, while maintaining system reliability and security.
Swedfund, the Swedish development finance institution, is funding the initiative as part of its commitment to sustainable infrastructure and climate resilience in developing countries. The partnership brings together AFRY’s global engineering expertise and Swedfund’s development impact focus to help Sri Lanka transition to a cleaner energy future.
The scope includes steady-state and dynamic grid simulations for the year 2030, evaluation of system non-synchronous penetration limits, and recommendations for grid enhancement technologies, including FACTS, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and other advanced Power System Solutions. AFRY will also deliver a comprehensive knowledge transfer and capacity building programme to CEB engineers through workshops and training sessions.
We are honored to support CEB and Swedfund in this landmark project. Beyond the technical scope, this initiative lays the foundation for long-term regional resilience and knowledge transfer. By equipping local engineers with advanced planning tools and insights, we’re helping build a legacy of expertise that will benefit Sri Lanka’s energy sector for years to come
says Mustafa Ibrahim, Head of T&D Sweden: Grid Integration, Substation & Distribution.
