Terms of Service

Last updated: 04/03/2026

By using PlasticWatch Sri Lanka | srilanka.plasticwatch.org (the “Site”), you agree to these terms.

1. Purpose of the site

The Site aims to inform Sri Lankan citizens about:

  • environmental hazards caused by burning plastic and illegal waste dumping,
  • health risks (respiratory diseases, cancer, etc.),
  • applicable laws (national regulations, penalties),
  • contact information of competent authorities (CEA, environmental police, regional offices).

The Site allows citizens to report locations where waste (plastic, garbage) is burned or dumped illegally, in order to inform and help environmental authorities. It is not a tool for personal defamation.

2. Acceptable use

  • You agree to report only real and verifiable facts.
  • You must not report a location to harass, threaten, or harm others.
  • You must not use the Site for illegal activities.
  • Abusive reports (spam, false) will be deleted and the IP address may be blocked.

3. Anonymous or verified reports

  • A report without an email is anonymous but unverified. It will be visible for 30 days, then automatically deleted.
  • A report with an email allows you to receive a verification code. Once verified, it remains visible indefinitely (unless deleted by the administrator if deemed non‑compliant).
  • You are responsible for keeping your email address. We cannot recover an account without an email.

4. Accuracy of information

We do not verify the truth of each report. Only the authorities are competent to inspect and take action. The Site cannot be held responsible for an erroneous report.

5. Role of authorities

Reports are intended for the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) and the environmental police. The Site does not guarantee that every report will lead to action.

6. Limitation of liability

PlasticWatch Sri Lanka is not liable for indirect damages, data loss, or consequences arising from the use of the Site. The Site is provided “as is”.

7. Changes to the terms

The terms may be updated. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

8. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Sri Lanka.

9. Contact

For any questions: contact@plasticwatch.org