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Are disposable nappies a waste in Kiribati?

Single-use plastic, disposable nappies and plastic bags for ice blocks were banned from Kiribati’s supermarket shelves in 2019 and today it’s rare to see any of these items as litter, although disposable nappies, promoted as biodegradable, are still a major component of Kiribati’s landfill.

Who is implementing the Kiribati solar energy project?

Initially, the project was implemented by the Kiribati Solar Energy Company (KSEC) in January 2011. The project is implemented by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) based in Fiji and executed the by EPU. The KIIREP Committee coordinates the project activities.

Is plastic still a problem in Kiribati?

Despite the ban on single-use plastics, other products that are making their way into Kiribati are still being packaged in plastic and therefore the problem is still very much active.

Is wind energy feasible in Kiritimati Island?

In the feasibility study report produced by Mr. Hassan, the results determined that wind energy is feasible in Kiritimati Island with an average wind speed of 7.5 m/s. The project outcome identified the wind turbine specification suitable and appropriate for Kiritimati Island to generate power.

Does Kiribati still have a'mind-altering-approach'?

Today, the problem still exists but is being managed thanks to the ‘mind-altering-approach’ taken by the Environment and Conservation Division (ECD), housed under the Kiribati’s Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development (MELAD).

Does Kiribati have garbage?

While official efforts ensure that garbage is shipped out to keep Kiribati beautiful, the onus is now on the people themselves – who need to stop illegally disposing of their garbage in the sea, which ironically sends the garbage back to our shores at every spring or king tide.