What is the Kiribati energy roadmap?

The KIER is Kiribati's comprehensive energy roadmap, which takes into account renewable energy and energy efficiency potential in all sectors from 2017 to 2025.

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 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.

Does Kiribati have a solar power system?

Kiribati has been successfully using solarPV for outer island electrification for over20 years. The government owned KiribatiSolar Energy Company (KSEC) has a poolof technicians skilled in the installation andmaintenance of off-grid solar power sys-tems.

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".

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.