Launching of Sri Lanka’s first academy dedicated to Climate Change & Sustainability Education powered by AI & IOT


The Climata Academy, Founded by Ms Clair Prakash, is the first of its kind which is dedicated to climate change and sustainability education powered by modern technology to equip people with the knowledge, skills & tools to address climate change & sustainability. The Climata Academy was formed as a joint venture between Climata Pvt Ltd and BCAS Campus.

Climate change is real and is moving faster than we think it is. Climate education is the most important, as addressing climate change requires a multi-pronged approach, and education is an essential piece of the puzzle.

This ambitious initiative, powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, aims to equip future generations to tackle the pressing environmental challenges of our time with real-life practical based learning with dedicated subjects such as AI & IoT powered Climate smart Agriculture, AI & IoT powered Climate smart Aquaculture, Sustainable Finance, Sustainable Marketing and Corporate Sustainability.

The Board of Directors of Climata Academy consists of a diverse panel such as Clair Prakash: Founder and CEO of Climata Pvt Ltd and Climata Academy, Teresh Amaratunga: CEO of BCAS Campus, Tania Polonnowita Wettimuny: Group Managing Director IAS Holdings & Gihan Mendis: Co-founder/CEO Engenuity AI.

The launch of the Climata Academy marks a significant milestone in the country’s fight against climate change. By investing in education and empowering future generations, Sri Lanka is paving the way for a more sustainable and resilient future for all.

Lalin Fernando – Director Climata Pvt Ltd, Clair Prakash – Founder & CEO Climata Pvt Ltd, Founder & CEO Climata Academy, Tania Polonnowita Wettimuny- Group Managing Director – IAS Holdings, Director Climata Academy, Mr. Rajendra Theagaraja- Non- Executive Chairman BCAS, Independent Non- Executive Chairman Orient Finance, Chairman Engenuity AI, Former Managing Director Cargills Bank & HNB CEO DFCC Bank ,Teresh Amaratunga- CEO BCAS, Director Climata Academy, Gihan Mendis- Co-founder/ CEO Engenuity AI, Director Climata Academy

Ms. Clair Prakash

Mr. Gihan Mendis

Mr. Rajendra Theagaraja


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