How does Kiribati get its energy?

The Ministry of Public Works and Utilities is responsible for the planning, management and co-ordination of the energy sector. At present, Kiribati gets all its fossil fuels through imports.

Who owns solar power in Kiribati?

The government-owned Public Utility Board supplies diesel generated power in South Tarawa. The Kiribati Solar Energy Company provides electricity to outer islands through solar home systems. Initially formed in 1984 by an NGO, the company is now owned entirely by the government. There is little private sector involvement.

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.

Who is responsible for water supply in Kiribati?

The Public Works Division of the Ministry of Works and Energy is responsible for co-ordinating the water supply to the Outer Islands. Telecommunications, including domestic and international telephone services, mobiles and internet services, are provided by Telecom Services Kiribati, which is fully owned by the government.

Does Kiribati have a biofuel industry?

Kiribati has established a national task force on biofuels, consisting of the Ministry of Works and Energy, the Kiribati Copra Milling Company and the national Kiribati Oil Company, to lead the way in establishing a national biofuel industry.

How does Kiribati use fossil fuels?

At present, Kiribati gets all its fossil fuels through imports. However, in order to improve sustainability and to create a market, the country has attempted to make use of biofuels through its local coconut oil and copra industries, via the state-owned Kiribati Copra Milling Company.