Sahani Dikkumbura

Based in Colombo, Sahani is an Assistant Researcher at Thrive who is passionate about sustainability and works in the field of human rights. She earned her Master's degree in Sustainable Management from the University of Bedfordshire and has a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Marketing.

Sentient sea creatures are recognised in several countries. The implications for fishing practices, animal welfare and sustainability are enormous.

Sentient Sea Creatures: Recognising Consciousness

by Sahani Dikkumbura
September 3, 2022September 3, 2022
9 min read

Humans have traditionally held the firm belief that we are the ‘sentient beings’ and we… Read More »Sentient Sea Creatures: Recognising Consciousness

Microplastics in the sea are accumulating at an alarming rate.

Microplastics In The Sea: Is There A Way Out?

by Sahani Dikkumbura, Prathap Moola, Fahim Aslam
August 22, 2022September 1, 2022
12 min read

Microplastics in the sea have become one of the biggest threats to our planet. Millions… Read More »Microplastics In The Sea: Is There A Way Out?

Sri Lanka's current energy crisis has several causes. How will the country navigate its way out of this dilemma?

Energy Crisis in Sri Lanka & the struggle for survival

by Sahani Dikkumbura
July 15, 2022September 29, 2024
7 min read

Earlier this year, Sri Lanka announced a series of island-wide power cuts. These power cuts last… Read More »Energy Crisis in Sri Lanka & the struggle for survival