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The Climate Resilient Integrated Water Management Project (CRIWMP) in Sri Lanka is implementing Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) to tackle challenges in paddy cultivation due to climate change. AWD reduces water usage by up to 27% and increases cropping intensity.

CRIWMP empowers farmers with training and tools, leading to effective water management practices. Advanced technologies like the Sensor Light System and Water Level Arrow Marking System enhance irrigation efficiency. Furthermore, adopting AWD has reduced methane emissions by 40%, with the potential to save 245,000 tons of methane annually if widely adopted, contributing to sustainable paddy farming in Sri Lanka.