South Tarawa Renewable Energy Project (STREP) background information
The South Tarawa Renewable Energy Project (STREP), implemented by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) across Phase 1 and Phase 2, represents a major advancement in Kiribati’s sustainable development by harnessing abundant solar energy to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and strengthen energy resilience. Phase 1 established the foundation through the installation of modern solar photovoltaic systems and key infrastructure upgrades, while Phase 2 expands this progress with increased renewable capacity, advanced battery storage, floating solar PV systems, new overhead transmission lines, and the introduction of an electric vehicle network. Together, these efforts ensure a more reliable power supply, support the local economy, promote cleaner transportation, and drive South Tarawa toward a greener, climate-resilient future.
Project Updates
November updates
STREP Safeguards Monitoring Report No.8 Jan – Jun 2025
STREP has released it's Safeguards Monitoring Report for the period January to June 2025. Please feel free to download a copy for your perusal. More information on the South Tarawa Renewable Energy Project could be sighted on the ADB website here.
STREP October 2025 Update
Construction work on the PV arrays and panels at the STREP and the STWSP sites at Bonriki are progressing well and nearing completion, as per the following table Work is now focused on completing the transformer and cable connectivity and on the Control Centre...