What is Kiribati water project?

The project also includes awareness programs for the public an stakeholders in addition to technical and financial capacity building of Public Utilities Board and the relevant authorities of the Government of Kiribati, to ensure a sustainable system of high quality water supply to the entire population of South Tarawa at adequate amounts.

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.

What is the South Tarawa water supply project?

The Green Climate Fund, in partnership with the government of Kiribati, the Asian Development Fund, the World Bank and the Global Environment Facility, is enabling the implementation of the South Tarawa Water Supply Project, involving the construction of two desalination plants and a solar PV system to augment Kiribati’s water supplies.

What is the current method of project delivery in Kiribati?

The existing method of project delivery within Kiribati has been for the Government of Kiribati to directly implement them, which has led to the limiting situation where by MISE are the main service provider for all major water supplies.

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.