Solar photovoltaic (PV) on atolls: Sustainable development of rural and remote communities in Kiribati

摘要: Abstract On the remote and geographically fragmented atolls of Kiribati (Republic of), imported petroleum products are main sources energy. The other energy utilised include biomass, solar wind power. Of these three renewable sources, biomass is most, power least, exploited in terms contribution it makes to total primary supply. Solar a very insignificant supply Kiribati. Petroleum products, contribute approximately 75%, 25% less than 1%, respectively annually. has been mostly form photovoltaic (PV) technologies for provision lighting. geographical, social, economic political situation considered this paper give an overview country. current presented with emphasis on application PV technologies. Some recommendations that will promote sustainable development rural communities outer Kiribati, through use technologies, also paper.