What is Kiribati integrated energy roadmap?

The resulting Kiribati Integrated Energy Roadmap (KIER) highlights key challenges and presents solutions to make Kiribati’s entire energy sector cleaner and more cost effective. As a small, remote island state, Kiribati is highly dependent on imported energy supply. Electricity is one of the government’s largest expenditures.

Does Kiribati need electricity?

As a small, remote island state, Kiribati is highly dependent on imported energy supply. Electricity is one of the government’s largest expenditures. Yet the current fossil fuel-based power system is inadequate to meet future demand.

What is the vision of Kiribati National Energy Policy?

Revision of previous policy?: The Vision of the Kiribati National Energy Policy is “available, accessible, reliable, affordable, clean and sustainable energy options for the enhancement of economic growth and improvement of livelihoods in Kiribati".

Who is implementing the Kiribati solar energy project?

Initially, the project was implemented by the Kiribati Solar Energy Company (KSEC) in January 2011. The project is implemented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) based in Fiji and executed the by EPU. The KIIREP Committee coordinates the project activities.

Should solar PV be deployed in Kiribati?

The findings of this roadmap show that power sector is a key area, where the ongoing efforts from the deployment of solar PV should be continued and complemented with and improvement of efficiency in Kiribati’s entire energy system, including electricity use, heating, cooling, and transport.

Does Kiribati have biomass?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Kiribati: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.