ABSTRACT
Throughout the world, small islands not adjacent to larger landmasses experience several common problems related to infrastructure and public services. Aspects of the physical geographies of these islands – especially their insularity and remoteness – require that various infrastructural systems be designed to operate independently of larger grids and to fit the small scale. Among many challenges on such islands are those related to energy production, waste disposal, and water supply. Three related observations arise from knowing that such is the case.
