Kiribati water storage energy project bidding

Will the World Bank support Kiribati's water supply?

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved on December 13, 2019, US$15 million in support to the government of Kiribati to significantly strengthen the water supply for the island of South Tarawa.

What is Kiribati Public Utilities Board?

The Kiribati Public Utilities Board (PUB) is responsible for the provision of water to the people of south Tarawa. Through a system of above ground reservoirs water tanks and water tank towers, PUP serves some 60,000 people on South Tarawa.

Why is alternative water supply important in Kiribati?

Against this background, the development of alternative sources of water supply is important and urgent to ensure water security in the country and boost resilience against the effects of climate change. The Kiribati Public Utilities Board (PUB) is responsible for the provision of water to the people of south Tarawa.

Does Kiribati have a water supply problem?

This in itself creates water supply challenges, but in addition the small island state faces significant water supply challenges due to its vulnerability to climate change. Kiribati has no natural lakes or other surface water sources, and the water supply – often in the form of wells - is almost entirely dependent on shallow groundwater.

How will Kiribati reduce fossil fuel consumption by 2025?

13 Kiribati committed to use renewable energy to reduce fossil fuel consumption by 2025 (23% reduction on South Tarawa, 40% on Kiritimati, and 40% on the outer islands). It has also set the target of using energy efficiency to further reduce diesel consumption by 2025 (22% on South Tarawa, 20% on Kiritimati, and 20% on the outer islands).

What is the South Tarawa water supply project?

This combination of overcrowding and inadequate water, sanitation and hygiene is also closely linked to waterborne diseases such as diarrhea and dysentery. The South Tarawa Water Supply Project aims to address these issues by expanding and modernizing South Tarawa’s water supply network to deliver piped water to homes.