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Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo

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• KOSOVO - Partnership with civil society for green transition

  Published on 18 February 2025    By Veton KASAPOLLI    

  The Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project has partnered with the Balkan Green Foundation for an 18-month initiative to support Kosovo’s sustainable future, called “Empowering green transition in Kosovo”. Balkan Green Foundation is a prominent civil society organisation that promotes a green and just transition in Kosovo and the region.

  The collaboration was officially introduced at Balkan Green Foundation’s offices with H.E. Eric Dietz, Chargé d’Affaires e.p., Embassy of Luxembourg in Pristina, and LuxDev representatives. The event fostered dynamic discussions and collective action towards a greener transition.

  

  “Empowering green transition in Kosovo” aims to accelerate the country’s shift to sustainable energy through:

  • green certification for small and medium-sized enterprises: boosting international competitiveness by equipping businesses with recognised green credentials;
  • energy efficiency improvements in municipalities: lowering costs, improving living conditions, and reducing environmental impact; and
  • capacity building and global collaboration: strengthening Balkan Green Foundation’s role in sustainable development through training and international partnerships.

  

  The Balkan Green Foundation is a prominent organisation promoting sustainable development across the Western Balkans. Their initiatives aim to strengthen and advance critical policies in the energy, environment, and economy sectors.

  The objective of the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project is to promote and facilitate the adoption of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources in Kosovo's transition to clean energy. The project is funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by the Ministry of Economy and LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.

• KOSOVO - Chamber of Architects established to strengthen the profession and support the energy transition

  Published on 13 February 2025    By Veton KASAPOLLI    

  For the first time in Kosovo, a Chamber of Architects was established just weeks after creating the Chamber of Engineers. These milestones mark significant progress in Kosovo’s energy transition and the sustainable development of its construction sector. 

  

  The Chamber’s establishment was supported by the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, which is implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, with funding from the Luxembourg government. This initiative was facilitated through Kosovo’s Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (MESPI). 

  

  The new body aims to strengthen the professional framework for architects, aligning Kosovo with regional and European Union standards. By fostering equal opportunities and enhancing professional integrity, the Chamber will contribute to a more sustainable and regulated construction industry. 

  “This is an important step that empowers professionals and helps create a sustainable system for the development of architecture in Kosovo, said MESPI Minister Liburn Aliu at the inaugural event. Together, we will build a better future for the profession and the sustainable development of our country.” 

  

  The Chamber’s primary objective is to establish a robust legal and professional framework prioritising public health, safety, and environmental protection. Regulating the profession will be crucial to advancing energy efficiency practices in Kosovo. 

  Additionally, the Chamber will support the implementation of energy performance standards for buildings, an initiative backed by the project, in collaboration with the Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund and MESPI. With a strong focus on professional development and sustainability, the Chamber is set to become a key institution in Kosovo’s efforts to enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. 

  

  Both the Chamber of Architects and the Chamber of Engineers are essential to modernizing the energy consumption of Kosovo’s building sector, which accounts for more than one-third of the country's total energy use. 

  The Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, promotes the adoption of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources as part of Kosovo’s transition to clean energy. 

• KOSOVO - Energy transition continues with the establishment of the Chamber of Engineers

  Published on 23 January 2025    By Veton KASAPOLLI    

  Kosovo is continuing to make strides in its energy transition path by establishing the first Chamber of Engineers. This milestone for the engineering profession contributes to the sustainable development of the country's construction sector. The establishment of the Chamber was supported by the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project. The support was facilitated through the Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (MESPI) of the government of Kosovo.

  

  This body aims to strengthen the professional framework for engineers and align Kosovo with regional and European Union standards, fostering equal opportunities and enhancing the sector’s professional integrity.

  Minister of MESPI Liburn Aliu highlighted the government’s dedication to supporting the Chamber’s development. “We have been committed to ensuring this institution's establishment and will continue to provide financial support and promote continuous professional education for engineers, as defined by law,” the Minister stated.

  

  This initiative is critical for creating a robust legal and sustainable system that prioritises public health, safety, and environmental protection, paving the way for a safer and more sustainable future for all. It will regulate the professions of engineers, contributing significantly to advancing energy efficiency practices in Kosovo.

  Additionally, the new Chamber will play a key role in implementing energy performance standards for buildings, an initiative supported by the project in cooperation with the Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund and the Ministry’s staff. By focusing on professional development and sustainability, the Chamber is poised to become a cornerstone in Kosovo's journey toward improved energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.

  The creation of this body not only reinforces the engineering profession but also enhances Kosovo’s capacity to tackle infrastructure, safety, and sustainability challenges, ensuring a brighter and more sustainable future for the nation.

  The project will also support the establishment of the Chamber of Architects, which will hold its founding event in the first quarter of 2025. Both Chambers are vital to modernising the energy consumption of the buildings sector, which constitutes more than one-third of the total energy consumption in the country.

  The Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project aims to promote and facilitate the adoption of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources in Kosovo's transition to clean energy. The project is funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.

• KOSOVO - Pioneering energy transition: a new framework for monitoring and accountability

  Published on 7 November 2024    By Veton KASAPOLLI    

  Luxembourg Cooperation is supporting Kosovo institutions to create a modern monitoring and evaluation system to guide the country’s Energy Strategy. Led by the Ministry of Economy and supported by the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, this initiative is a bold move toward a sustainable, green energy future.

  The core of this initiative is establishing a robust monitoring and evaluation system that aligns Kosovo’s regulatory framework with international standards for renewable energy and energy efficiency. The system will track key indicators over the next decades, providing transparency and enabling evidence-based decisions for ongoing improvements in the energy sector.

  The activity was launched with a workshop on 28 and 29 October involving 25 representatives from state institutions and key energy players in the country. "The approach proposed and agreed upon with stakeholders focuses on establishing an monitoring and evaluation system aimed at driving change in energy efficiency and decarbonization", explained Andrea POZZA, LuxDev consultant on monitoring and evaluation.

  

  Monitoring and evaluation workshop with institutions and key energy players

  This collaborative start fostered inter-institutional cooperation, laying a solid foundation for Kosovo's transition. The monitoring and evaluation system’s innovative digital platform will streamline data collection, aggregation, and analysis of 33 essential energy indicators, enhancing real-time decision-making.

  "This system is a groundbreaking tool for our institutions to monitor the progress of key policies. It will enable all stakeholders in the energy sector involved in the Energy Strategy to track both advancements and the impact of these changes", said Besiana QORRAJ-BERISHA, National Project Coordinator from the Ministry of Economy. 

  

  "Monitoring and evaluation system is crucial for evidence-based decision making in the energy sector. This endeavor, which implies closely working with all relevant stakeholders is crucial to ensure inter-institutional cooperation as a prerequisite of having a well-functioning system. It will ensure well-aligned information flow channels to ensure reliability of data flow, and enhanced data analysis", added Artan SADIKU, LuxDev Kosovo monitoring and evaluation specialist.

  

  With LuxDev’s expertise, the initiative focuses on local capacity-building, ensuring Kosovo’s institutions retain full ownership and operational knowledge of the monitoring and evaluation framework. This participatory approach empowers stakeholders and sets a benchmark for accountability and transparency, ultimately driving Kosovo’s green energy goals toward a resilient future.

  Kosovo’s Energy Strategy from 2022 to 2031 sets the tone for a more efficient energy consumption and lays out ambitious targets to increase its renewable energy capacities from 300 MW to 1600 MW by 2031. The specific objective of the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project is to promote and facilitate the adoption of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources in Kosovo's transition to clean energy. The project is funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.

• KOSOVO - Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project presented to stakeholders

  Published on 14 February 2024    By Christian KIRILOV   

  The new Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, organised a meeting with stakeholders on 9 February to present its objectives for all main beneficiaries, including the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure, and the Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund.

  The Project Manager, Mr. Christian Kirilov, provided a comprehensive overview of each planned task and activity within the project scope. The main results, which support the Energy Strategy of the Republic of Kosovo, include:

  • improving the implementation of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures through increased support to the ministries and other relevant institutions involved.
  • strengthening the regulatory framework for renewable energies and energy efficiency; and
  • improving access to financial mechanisms for small-scale renewable energies and energy efficiency measures.

  The meeting also served as a coordination point for the planned support to municipalities, as well as to identify areas for capacity building amongst beneficiaries. In the next steps, the project will initiate the establishment of focused working groups for renewable energy and energy efficiency to improve the regulatory environment, support the capacity development of relevant institutions and provide needed technical assistance and expertise.

  In conclusion, the meeting reached with a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder and a commitment to collaborative efforts in achieving the project's objectives.

  The Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project is funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency. Its overarching objective is to contribute to sustainable economic growth by supporting innovation, inclusiveness and social development in a greener Kosovo.