EBRD, 29 million euros for the energy network in Kosovo - The project aims at digitalization and increasing capacity by 300 MW
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is considering providing a corporate loan of up to EUR 29 million to the Kosovo Transmission System and Market Operator (KOSTT). The loan aims to finance the rehabilitation and improvement of substations, transformers and electricity transmission lines, to strengthen the reliability of the high-voltage network.
The initiative also enables the increase of renewable energy capacities and the digitalization of the Market Operator's activities. The investment will be supported by a grant of 5 million euros from the Danish Cooperation Fund.
This project will significantly improve Kosovo's energy network, increasing its capacity by 300 MW, especially from renewable sources. It will enable the connection of planned green energy installations, which are currently not feasible due to grid constraints, and will reduce the risk of disruptions to existing installations. Furthermore, it will improve the functioning of the energy market through digitalization, facilitating electricity trade.
The project is in line with the EBRD's Kosovo Strategy, which emphasizes sustainable development of the energy sector. The rehabilitation of substations, replacement of transformers and transmission lines will improve energy efficiency and system reliability.
The System, Transmission and Market Operator is a joint-stock company fully owned by the Republic of Kosovo, and shareholder rights are exercised by the Ministry of Economic Development. The main tasks include the operation and maintenance of the electricity transmission system, as well as the management of the energy market.
New state enforcement fees revealed - Instruction enters into force. How much do debtors pay, from property to fines
The government has determined new fixed fees that will be applied by state bailiffs, some of which are increasing compared to those applied so......
Tirana Airport "broke" a record in August - Over 1.4 million passengers and 8,106 flights registered
Tirana International Airport is continuing its positive trend, confirming the steady growth of air traffic in Albania. During the month of August 2025 alone,......
Rama: Will enable recruitment for a special internship for a number of students
Prime Minister Edi Rama was present today at the Polytechnic University of Tirana together with the Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku,......
Government agreement with Polytechnic University/Balluku: Let's respond to EU demands!
The Minister of Infrastructure and Energy, Belinda Balluku, gave a strong message during the signing of the agreement with the Polytechnic University of......
The US government shutdown also affects the US embassy in Tirana!
The US federal government began shutdown proceedings on Wednesday, just hours after the US Senate failed to pass a short-term bill to temporarily fund the......
The month starts negatively for the Dollar - How much are other currencies being exchanged today?
The US dollar has started this month negatively, suffering a decrease in value compared to the day and month we left behind, being bought today at 81.8 lek......
The fifth most visited country in the world - Around 58 million tourists traveled to Italy in 2025
Italy is currently the fifth most visited country in the world in 2025, with almost 58 million tourist arrivals, and is expected to soon climb to fourth......
US government shuts down - No agreement reached between parties on temporary funding
The US federal government began shutdown proceedings on Wednesday, just hours after the US Senate failed to pass a short-term bill to temporarily fund the......
