Projects
The following projects are initiatives that PUB is involved in to enhance infrastructure and develop a reliable supply chain for the people of South Tarawa
South Tarawa Renewable Energy Project (STREP)
STREP 1 continues to make good progress with the recent ground-breaking of the Bonriki PV site. Completion of fencing works is ongoing, while one landowner dispute is being attended with the land department, which could impact the fence line. Fencing is being constructed and installation of photovoltaic panels is expected to commence very soon. Plans for STREP 2 are advancing and a further package of funding (STREP 3) is subject to discussion, especially around PUB priority needs and how best to allocate the funds available.
South Tarawa Water Supply Project (STWSP)
The Kiribati Utilities Reform Program is an institutional strengthening program to benefit PUB, MISE, Kiritimati Island and other agencies. The program commenced in 2022 for 5 years. KURP continues to make good progress with its six pillars of institutional support. PUB’s Information Management System is now operational for accounting, transactional recording and financial reporting. The budget module is available, and PUB will engage HoDs to have input into departmental budgets for 2025.
South Tarawa Sanitation Project (STSP)
The Kiribati Utilities Reform Program is an institutional strengthening program to benefit PUB, MISE, Kiritimati Island and other agencies. The program commenced in 2022 for 5 years. KURP continues to make good progress with its six pillars of institutional support. PUB’s Information Management System is now operational for accounting, transactional recording and financial reporting. The budget module is available, and PUB will engage HoDs to have input into departmental budgets for 2025.
New Betio Powerhouse
The Betio Powerhouse project has stalled with efforts to clear the site, including removing heavy slabs and footings, which is proving challenging. However, some tendering has been undertaken to identify a contractor for the prefab installation, while we continue to seek to source funds for project completion. PUB remains committed to completing this project and is in communication with the prefab building design and builders, who will visit Tarawa in October and agree to final plans for the project installation and completion.
Small Scale Solar Project
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