How much does solar power cost in Prishtina?

Almost a year since the initial public call, the Ministry of Economy in Prishtina completed its pilot solar power auction. Even though it raised the ceiling price in late December to EUR 75 per MWh from EUR 65 per MWh amid repeated delays, it was closed at EUR 48.88 per MWh.

Does Kosovo have a solar power plant?

As a result, the share of solar power in the energy mix of Kosovo will increase from 0.2% to 2.3%. The plant is expected to produce around 152 GWh of electricity and save 152,000 tonnes of CO2 annually. The EU co-funds the investments under Flagship 4 - Renewable energy - of the Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans through the WBIF.

Who won the first renewable electricity auction in Kosovo?

The group won the first renewable electricity auction in Kosovo* with a bid of EUR 48.88 per MWh. Almost a year since the initial public call, the Ministry of Economy in Prishtina completed its pilot solar power auction.

Is the electricity sector in Kosovo based on coal-fired power plants?

The electricity sector in Kosovo* is almost entirely dependent on coal-fired power plants (97%). This investment project will install a solar photovoltaic plant of up to 100 MW capacity on former ash dump fields near Kosovo A thermal power plant.

Does Kosovo need a new energy sector?

Given this background, the Government of Kosovo has prioritized the modernization and improvement of the country’s energy sector, and has asked its development partners, including the World Bank, European Commission, KfW, USAID, as well as other donors, for support and assistance.