The project objective is to contribute to reducing Kiribati's dependence on imported petroleum for power generation in order to improve energy security and to reduce the GHG emissions from diesel fuel use for grid electricity supply in Kiribati. The specific objective of the proposed MSP is to serve as a catalyst for the substitution of the diesel based electricity generation for the South Tarawa grid by grid-connected solar PV supply of electricity.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
4282
Country
Kiribati
Implementing Agencies
The World Bank
Approval FY
2012
Status
Completed
Region
Small Islands Developing States
Executing Agencies
Public Utilities Board (PUB)
GEF Period
GEF - 4
Project Type
Medium-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
2,920,000
GEF Project Grant
1,000,000
GEF Agency Fees
100,000

Timeline

Received by GEF
14 Jun 2010
Concept Approved
23 Jun 2010
Project Approved for Implementation
20 Nov 2012
Project Closed
23 May 2019