Will Kosovo build a battery energy storage system?

The government of Kosovo will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 200MWh-plus to deal with the energy crisis.

Where does Kosovo get its power from?

The Kosovo A Power Station in Obilic. The country gets the bulk of its power from coal. Image: Flickr. The government of Kosovo this week announced it will build a battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 200MWh-plus to deal with the country’s energy crisis.

What is Kosovo C Power Station?

Kosovo C power station is a cancelled power station in Prishtina, Pristina, Kosovo. It is also known as Kosova e Re power station. Loading map... Project-level coal details The New Kosovo power plant is part of the government's plans to reform Kosovo's energy sector.

What is the New Kosovo power plant?

The New Kosovo power plant is part of the government's plans to reform Kosovo's energy sector. Other plans include closing Kosovo A power station by 2017, rehabilitating Kosovo B power station to meet EU standards, and privatizing the country's electricity distribution system. Plans for New Kosovo also include a lignite coal mine, the Sibovc SW.

Why does Kosovo need a reliable electricity system?

In order to boost employment, increase growth, reduce poverty, and improve people's lives, Kosovo needs affordable and reliable energy. The country’s current electricity system is outdated, inadequate and undependable – posing significant challenges to economic growth and development.

How can Kosovo improve its energy sector?

The Government of Kosovo aims to put its energy sector on a sustainable path, through developing renewable energy potential, improving energy efficiency, closing a 50-year-old power plant, and rehabilitating another old power plant.