Kosovo energo solar

Through the “Solar Kosova” project, approved by the government, Kosovo is taking key steps towards reducing the emission of harmful pollutants and replacing non-renewable energy with that of sunlight.. Through the “Solar Kosova” project, approved by the government, Kosovo is taking key steps towards reducing the emission of harmful pollutants and replacing non-renewable energy with that of sunlight.. A group of international and local investors have started to build a 150-megawatt (MW) solar farm in western part of Kosovo as the Balkan country is trying to phase out its dependence from coal. [pdf]

FAQS about Kosovo energo solar

What is Kosovo's solar energy project?

The project is the largest solar energy investment in the district heating sector in the region and one of the largest solar power plants in Europe. As such, the project marks an historic moment on Kosovo's path towards a decarbonised energy system in line with the Paris Climate Agreement.

Will Kosovo use solar energy for district heating?

In late December 2022, Kosovo became the first country in the Western Balkans Economy to use solar energy for district heating. Kosovo’s Minister of Finance, Labour and Transfers, Hekuran Murati, said the project would ensure access to the central heating system for about 38,000 citizens.

How much will Germany contribute to Kosovo's solar energy project?

The EU’s contribution to solar heating and electricity projects in Kosovo will total almost €56 million. "Germany has supported Kosovo in its transition from coal to sustainable energy and decarbonisation in accordance with the objectives of the Green Agenda for the Western Balkans,” said Germany’s Deputy Ambassador to Kosovo Matthias Conrad.

How will the EU support the energy transition in Kosovo?

The EU will support the energy transition and sustainable development of Kosovo through another 100-megawatt solar electricity project with the Kosovo Energy Cooperation.” The EU’s contribution to solar heating and electricity projects in Kosovo will total almost €56 million.

Will Kosovo become the first economy to use solar power?

Kosovo will become the first economy in the Western Balkans region to use solar power to heat homes. The Ministry of Finance, Labour and Transfers signed a financing agreement on the Solar4Kosovo district heating project on behalf of Kosovo in Pristina today.