Background Report For 14th of March

EUROPEAN UNION – REPUBLIC OF KOSOVO
SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORT, ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY AND REGIONAL

DEVELOPMENT
3nd Meeting
Pristina, 14th of March 2019
Meeting report
I. ENERGY
Legal approximation, institutional policy, legislative alignment and enforcement

developments
1. Connectivity
Last developments, progress on connectivity reform measures, CESEC context
With regard to connectivity latest development and progress on connectivity reform

measures the following has been done:
 According to the EU Regulation 347/2013 on guidelines for trans-European energy
infrastructure, the manual of procedures for projects of energy community interest was
finalized on May 2018 and published as an official document on the MED website;
 Energy Regulatory Office (ERO) board is functional since the second part of 2018;
 With regard to Regional Capacity Allocation, the agreement on energy between KOSTT
and EMS (Serbia) remains pending due to non-implementation by the EMS, therefore the
connection agreement KOSTT-ENTSO-E is being blocked. KOSTT is a member of SEE
CAO and committed that EMS can allocate the capacity through CAO when the dispute
between KOSTT and EMS on congestion and capacity allocation will be solved
respectively with entering into force of the connection agreement. Kosovo institutions
granted the registration for supply company ‘Elektrosever’’ which was the condition for
implementation of Connection Agreement but again Serbian side did not yet apply for
licensing to ERO, in order to resolve the issue between KOSTT and EMS, thus to enable
KOSTT to start operating as a Regulatory Block, albeit these efforts have failed because of
obstacles posed by Serbia.
 For the establishment of the Albanian-Kosovo Power Market Exchange the joint working
group was established to identify regulation changes required in Albania and Kosovo.
The GAP analysis with the support of REPOWER project is being conducted and based
on the results will consider the necessary regulatory amendments required for the
establishment and operationalization of the Albanian Power Exchange.
In context of the Central and Southeast Europe Connectivity (CESEC), Kosovo institutions
have taken active participation in the meetings held in 2018 organized by CESEC, and
expressed their position with regard to the energy projects which will/are planned to happen
in the region. However, there is no direct involvement of Kosovo in any regional projects
because KOSTT still is not part of ENTSO-E.
Planned activities for year 2019:

 Implementation of the Connection Agreement KOSTT-ENTSO-E; and
 Establishment and operation of the Albanian-Kosovo Power Market Exchange.
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2. Security of Supply
2.1. Kosovo A power plant –state of play on decommissioning
Regarding the decommissioning of gasification, fertilizer and heat plant in the location of
Thermal Power Plant (TPP) Kosovo A, the EU Office in Kosovo in June 2018 has selected the
technical assistance company Sweco GmbH to carry out all the activities related to the
decommissioning process. The company has started its activity on 2 of July 2018 and the
whole process is planned to last 25 months, until 2 August 2020. All activities are being
implemented in accordance with the terms of reference. The area which will be subject to
decommissioning is defined, and a map has been prepared containing all objects expected to
be decommissioned. Existing legal framework has been analyzed, and a Guideline on the
legal procedures for obtaining all necessary permits required for dismantling has been
drafted. Also a capacity building training for 10 days was held for: MED, MESP,
Municipality of Obiliq and KEC (Kosovo Energy Corporation) officials. A topographic study
was conducted and soon the drilling of the land will commence. The study for the
Assessment of Environmental and Social Impact and dismantling plan are expected to be
completed during the 2019.
2.3 Kosovo Re power plant (ERA)

(i) Update on the agreement with the investor and the approval by the Assembly of the
state guarantee for the investments; compliance with EU State Aid Guidelines,
(ii)Clarifications about the financial architecture (private investment - IFIs - potential state
budget), (iii)Update about the potential impact on tariffs (iv) potential impact on the state
budget, (v) potential impact on environment
The Government of Republic of Kosovo has recognized the need for additional power plant
capacities to meet the long-term security-of-supply concerns present in the country. The
Government intends as a matter of policy to involve the private sector in an infrastructure
project that includes the development, design, construction, financing, ownership, operation
and maintenance of IED/BAT compliant Kosova e Re Power Plant (KRPP).
Project milestones are as follows:
 Two studies for the KRPP project with support of USAID were completed, on
January/February 2018;
 The first draft Modification of the ESIA Study was completed with the support of
USAID (Repower), and submitted to the Contour Global investor. Based on the
commercial agreements of the PP Kosova e Re Project, from May 2018 the finalization
of this study is an obligation and responsibility of the Investor;
 Kosovo Energy Company (NEC) was established by the Government of Kosova, as a
public company and the Interim Board of Directors selected (21 May 2018). This act
derived as a result of the Energy Purchase Agreement, May 15th 2018;
 Contractual Pre-Contractual Terms and Commercial Contracts have been completed
in May 24th, 2018;
 The PSC approved the finalization of the Project Tender Selection Bidding Tender
Terms (EPC / LTM), on June 18th, 2018;
 The tender of the Contour Global Investor was announced for the selection of the
Company for Design, Engineering and Construction (EPC) as well as LTM (Long
Term Maintenance), on June 22nd 2018; and
 Following the announcement of the Initial Selection process, six applications were
received and assessed by Contour Global. Four of these six applicants have been pre-
qualified after the assessments concluded that they met the robust technical and
financial criteria and provided letters of intent from financial institutions. Contour
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Global has sent RfP on August 16th 2018 to all pre-qualified companies, based on
which the company for Design, Engineering and Construction (EPC) as well as LTM
(Long Term Maintenance) will be selected. All other studies of the Project were
competed during 2018.
In terms of impact on tariffs, the cost of electricity from Kosova e Re Power Plant is based on
methodology that will take into account the actual costs required for development of Kosova
e Re Power Plant. All these costs will be exactly known at Financial Closure Date. The
electricity customers will pay for a real market price of having reliable and secure domestic
source of power. The alternative is dependence on imported power and uncertain long-term
electricity price projections.
As per potential impact on environment, major positive benefit of operation of the new plant
includes improved air quality and public health from more efficient plant operations and
removal of air emissions with improved filters and combustion technologies, as well as
measures to comply with IED pollution control standards. Additional positive benefits
include increased government revenue and job opportunities. The Request for Proposal for
Kosova e Re Power Plant specifies both environmental and technical standards that the new
plant must meet. The planned unit will be built as an “ultra-supercritical” power plant,
representing best available technology, and it is required to meet the IED emission standards
with state-of-the-art combustion and air quality control systems. Net efficiency of the new
plant is expected to be greater than 42.0%. KRPP utilizes the best possible technology, and is
run in the best possible manner, all with the goal of increasing power supply, while
minimizing risks to the environment, and to the health of nearby living communities. A
major negative impact is anticipated from expansion of mining operations which will require
the resettlement of people. However, planned mitigation could help alleviate this impact with
special provisions in a Resettlement Action Plan and financial or employment support
through the Community Development Fund and Work Accommodation Strategy.
After the completion of Financial Closing phase, the project will enter the final Development
and Operations phase which include the following:
• Construction start date of the KRPP within 30 Calendar Days of the Financial Closing;
• Construction and Commissioning Period within 52 months; and
• Commercial Operation Date (COD) in accordance with the Power Purchase Agreement.
At the end of the 20-year term of the Power Purchase Agreement, the Kosova e Re Power
Plant will be transferred to the Government of Republic of Kosovo at no cost.
With regard to the approval by the Assembly of the state guarantee for the investments and
compliance with EU State Aid Guidelines, this matter will take place later about one year
from now.
2.4. Energy Strategy 2017-2026

(i) State on implementation of the Energy Strategy
(ii) State of the implementation of the Action Program
The Energy Strategy Action Program 2018-2020 was adopted by the Government of the
Republic of Kosovo on 17 July 2018. Monitoring of the implementation of the Energy Strategy
2017-2026 is done through the Strategy Implementation Program 2018-2020, where the
Ministry of Economic Development (MED) submits an annual report to the Government on
the implementation of the Program. The annual report of the implementation Program for
year 2018 will be prepared and presented to the Government by the end of June 2019. This
report presents progress in the realization of the Strategy Implementation Program and the
level of implementation.
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2.5 – Compulsory oil stockholding – state-of-play on the adoption of the Law

The Compulsory Oil Stockholding law has been drafted, however, the delays on the adoption
of the law are because of the high financial impact and the lack of budget. The Government of
Kosovo is analyzing the alternative options of financing the law.
3. Internal energy market

3.1. Update on the implementation of the 3rd Energy Package
Towards the implementation of the 3rd Energy Package, MED has approved the Regulation
(GRK) no. 05/2018 on One Stop Shop for Renewable Energy Sources, was adopted by the
Governmental Decision No.10/38, on 29 March 2018. With adoption of the regulation One
Stop Shop the secondary legislation regarding 3rd Energy Package is completed.
KOSTT under requirements of EU Regulation 714/2009 and EU Regulation 543/2013
developed and ERO approved document: Regulation on Market data publication.
Under PHLG decisions, KOSTT has create a working group and developed draft version of
harmonization of KOSTT’s Grid Code (Connection Code) with EU Regulations: 2016/1388
(Demand Connection Code) and 2016/631 (Requirements for grid connection of Generators).
Final version was approved by ERO in October 2018, and published at KOSTT’s web page.
As required by the 3rd Energy Package, on 01 February 2019, ERO has received the positive
Opinion from the Energy Community Secretariat on ERO Preliminary Decision on
Certification of TSO (KOSTT). The ERO final Decision on Certification of TSO (KOSTT) is
expected to be issued during the February 2019.

 Handbook of One Stop Shop Procedures, issued by Q3 2019.
 Functionalization of One Stop Shop for RES (within the energy department with its
existing staff), Q4 2019; and
 Implementation of the Regulation on Market data publication, start of publishing energy
market data.
3.2 - Status of the Regulator

Energy Regulatory Office (ERO) is an independent agency established by the Law on Energy
Regulator, responsible for economic regulation of the Kosovo’s energy sector. Decision
making and financial independence is ensured by the relevant provisions of the Law on
Energy Regulator. ERO is self-financed – the financing source comes from the licensing fees
collected from the licensed enterprises of the energy sector. ERO is managed by the Board
that is composed of 5 members including the chairman of the Board. Currently the Board of
ERO consists from four (4) members and is functional. The chairman of the Board is not
nominated yet by the Kosovo Assembly. Actually ERO has 27 staff members organized into
five (5) departments and the administration unit. ERO pays particular attention to
professional development of the staff through continuous training, in order to meet
challenges arising from new developments in energy sector. The ERO has been and still
receiving support through USAID financed project “Repower Kosovo”. The project aims to
assist relevant energy sector stakeholders in Kosovo in improving energy sector in order to
provide clean energy, as well as reliable and affordable energy supply.
4 Renewable energy
4.1. Revision of the plan on renewable energy to ensure Republic of Kosovo is reaching the
25% renewable energy targets in 2020
Revision of the National Renewable Energy Action Plan has been finalized, by the working
group and is expected to be adopted at the end of March 2019.
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In order to meet the energy targets for the year 2020, all the capacities based on RES projects
that are under construction are taken into consideration to reach the 25% of RES by 2020.
Also, the renewable energy plan outlines the incentives and other measures that will facilitate
the fulfilment of these targets, such as:
 Feed-in-tariff scheme and when it will be applicable the Feed-in premium scheme;
 Long-term energy purchase agreement (10 years for hydro power from SHPP and
biomass, and 12 years for wind and photovoltaic energy);
 Connection of the energy producers from RES to the distribution and transmission
networks; and
 Support schemes for self-consumption.
4.2. Renewable sources of energy (RES): situation by sources of energy (request of

information)
(i) Hydropower–follow-up on hydropower study, (ii) Wind energy–state-of-play and
assessment of potentialities, (iii) Solar energy–state-of-play and assessment of
potentialities
In terms of new generators from RES, until now ERO has processed more than 70
projects/applications for construction of new generation capacities from RES.
From the projects mentioned above, 12 RES power plants are already in operation (6 HPP; 4
PV Panels and 2 wind) with total installed capacity of 71.7 MW, whereas twenty-four (24)
generators are under construction (19 HPP; 2 PV Panels and 3 wind) with total installed
capacity around 182 MW. Other projects are in the process of completion.
As mentioned above ERO is still applying ‘feed in” tariff to support construction of
generators from RES. In 2019, ERO will first identify other mechanisms to support RES
generators such as Feed-in Premium or other support schemes, and then will finalize the
regulatory framework for such mechanisms. The Process is expected to be finalized during
year 2019, and hopefully during the year 2020 to start applying the competitive support
mechanisms such feed in premium. Register of all applications is updated and published in
ERO’s web page: www.ero-ks.org
For construction of new generation capacities Energy Regulatory Office (ERO) applies Rule
on Authorization procedure for construction of new generators from RES, and Rule on
Support Scheme for electricity generated from RES. As determined by the Rule Support
Scheme During, and in order to incentivize the RES projects, ERO still applies “feed-in” tariff
and term of PPA as follows:
 Solar/PV Panels =136.4 €/MWh, PPA 12 years
 Hydro Power Plants (<10MW) = 67.47€/MWh, PPA 10 years
 Wind (no limitation) = 85.0 €/MWh, PPA 12 years
 Biomass/Biogas = 71.3 €/MWh , PPA 10 years
5. Energy Efficiency
5.1. Energy Efficiency Fund – status (ERA)
The Law on Energy Efficiency was adopted by Kosovo Assembly on 07 November 2018.
Chapter VI, article 22 and 23 of the EE law state the establishment of the Energy Efficiency
fund (KEEF) as an independent, autonomous and sustainable entity. The law states that the
Energy Efficiency fund has full operational and administrative autonomy and functions
outside the framework of Kosovo's Government structures and the Kosovo Civil Service and
is not considered a budget organization within the meaning of the Law on Public Financial
Management and accountability and the Law on the Budget of the Republic of Kosovo.
Further, to support the fund there is a commitment by the Government that an amount of one
(1) million EUR will be reflected in MTEF 2019-2021. In January 2019, the members of the
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Board of Directors of the Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund (KEEF) have been appointed, in line
with the requirements of the Law on Energy Efficiency. The vacancy announcement for the
CEO's selection will be made very soon, whilst comlpetion of KEEF’s staff will be done
gradually.
5.2. State-of-play on adoption of the secondary legislation (to transpose directive

2010/31/EU and Law on energy efficiency to transpose Directive 2012/27/EU)
The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive No 2010/31/EU was transposed partially in

the draft Law on Energy Performance of Buildings. The transposition has continued within
the following regulations deriving from the above mentioned law:
 Regulation No. 01/2018 for inspection of heating and air conditioning system,
approved on 20 February 2018;
 Regulation No. 02/2018 on national calculation methodology for integrated energy
performance of buildings, approved on 11 December 2018;
 Regulation No. 03/2018 of the procedures on energy performance certification of
building, approved on 11 December 2018; and
 Regulation No. 04/2018 for minimum requirements for the energy performance of
buildings, approved on 14 December 2018.
Regarding the transposition of the directive 2012/27/EC, it is transposed partially within the
the recently adopted Law on Energy Efficiency. The secondary legislation deriving from
Energy Efficiency law is being drafted.
5.3. State of play and prospect on projects with significance in energy efficiency
Kosovo Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy project

This project is financed by the World Bank and is implemented by MED and Kosovo Energy
Efficiency Agency (KEEA) with the support of the Project Implementation Unit. The project
started in June 18, 2014 and is expected to be finalized by August 31, 2020.
The following activities have been completed/or are in the last phase of completion:
 Implementing energy efficiency (EE) measures in 12 public buildings:
o The contract was finalized on March 31, 2018 when all of the 12 public buildings have
been renovated and commissioned.
 Implementing EE measures in 20 public buildings:
o This activity started at the end of September 2017, and all 20 public buildings were
renovated and commissioned on December 04, 2018.
o The contract was signed on June 21, 2018 with one-year time period for
implementation. Currently progress of works is up to 45% and expected to be
finalized by June 2019.
o The detailed design for renovation of 30 public buildings is in final phase. The
tendering procedures for implementation of works will be initiated during Q1 2019.
Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings at the Municipality Level

 The first phase of the project has been successfully completed, out of nine (9)
companies, three (3) companies have been qualified as short listed consulting
companies for the project implementation of EE implementation in Prishtina, Gjilan,
Gjakova and Ferizaj. The project is financed by KfW, German Government and WBIF.
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 The program for the implementation of energy efficiency measures in eight (8)
buildings at the local level has been implemented. The project was implemented by
KEEA, financed by Kosovo budget.
Kosovo Energy Efficiency Project (KEEP)

KEEP project has started in 2017 and is expected to be completed in 2020. The project is
implemented by GIZ and covers four different fields as follows:
 Improving the regulatory framework for energy efficiency;
 Capacity building for the Energy Efficiency service providers;
 Introduction of energy efficiency instruments in municipalities to enable planning
and prioritization of Energy Efficiency measures; and
 Enhancing technical and political dialogue on energy efficiency.
Moreover, the following activities have been completed/or are in the process of completion:
 Support to MESP in the context of the secondary legislation to transpose directive
2010/31/EU;
 Draft of AI for establishing the legal framework for the training, certification and
licensing of Energy Auditors is foreseen in Q1 2019.
 Concept paper for re-organization of KAEE (restructuring, organogram, job descriptions),
has been drafted by GIZ - KEEP in 2018. This concept will contribute to the development
of the New Regulation on the Internal Organization of KEEA, to be drafted in Q1 2019,
based on the Law on Energy Efficiency.
 National Building Typology for the Residential Sector in Kosovo was drafted in 2018 and
will be presented to the stakeholders by end of Q1 2019.
 Capacity building for the EE service providers (Energy Auditors, Energy Assessors,
Individual Energy Experts and Municipal Energy Managers):
o The scheme for setting up the sustainable system for training and certification of
energy auditors was developed in 2018. 24 trainers were certified for the training of
energy auditors in buildings and public lighting, while 13 trainers were certified for
the training of energy auditors in industry.
o National institutions will be qualified and later authorized for the training of energy
auditors, planned for Q2 2019. At least 35 energy auditors will be certified by Q3 2019
and two (2) gender sensitive trainings are planned by Q3 2019.
 Introduction of EE instruments in municipalities to enable planning and prioritization of

EE measures:
o The template for Municipal Energy Efficiency Action Plans (MEEAPS) was adopted;
o 13 municipalities were supported for setting up the Energy Management System,
including IT tools (ENMASOFT - Software for the Energy Management and MVP–
Monitoring and Verification Platform), which enables preparation of MEEAPs. For
the first six (6) municipalities activities are planned by Q2 2019 and for the seven (7)
remaining by Q3 2019.
o The rest of 25 municipalities will be supported in using and installing IT tools which
is expected to be finalized by Q3 2019.
o 13 municipalities will be supported in preparing the application for financing by the
KEEF, planned for Q4 2019.
 Enhancing technical and political dialogue on EE:

o A network of civil society to enhance the public dialogue and to raise the awareness
on EE has been established. First Kosovo Sustainable Development Week (KSDW)
was held in May-June 2018 and second KSDW is planned for May 2019, which are
some of the initiations for the enhancement of the public dialogue.
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o Business for breakfast rounds and other events are planned for 2019, to be organized
jointly with German/Kosovo Chamber of Commerce, for active involvement of the
private sector.
6- Nuclear Safety and Security
(i)The capacity of the Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Agency – state-of-play
(ii)Proper and efficient licensing, (iii) Preparing the mitigation plan for the clean-up of
possible depleted uranium sites and the collection of radio-active waste
(i)The capacity of the Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Agency – state-of-play
Concerning legislative aspects, on April 2018 the new Law on Radiation Protection and
Nuclear Safety was adopted by the Assembly of Republic of Kosovo. The Law was published
in Official Gazette of the Republic of Kosovo on 27 April 2018.
The Law is in accordance with the EU directives, with special emphasis on the Directive on
Basic Safety Standards (Directive 2013/59/EURATOM).
Two regulations mentioned below were drafted by KARPNS and adopted by the
Government as follows:
 Regulation No. 18/2018 on “Radiation Sources and Practices” on 16 October 2018; and
 Regulation No. 24/2018 on “Authorizations” (Notification, Registration, Licensing) on 06
December 2018.
In the year 2019, in order to strengthen its capacities, the Agency is expected to recruit new
officials.
Kosovo Agency for Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety (KARPNS) state of play
regarding international cooperation in the context of prevention of illicit trafficking in nuclear
and other radioactive materials, was signatory of the Memorandum of Understanding with
Department of Energy of USA through National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) on
25 May 2017, with the Radiation Safety Directorate of the Republic of Macedonia on 06 June
2018 as well as the Radiation Protection Office of the Republic of Albania on 05 October 2018.
KARPNS staff participated in the project Ref: Europe Aid/136376/DH/SER/Multi/2 on

“Further Enhancement of Regulatory Bodies in the Region” implemented by ENCO
consortium, the staff of KARPNS has participated in the on-site trainings organized by
nuclear regulatory bodies in the Republic of Slovenia. According to the “Final Technical
Report” ENCO-FR-(18)-58 of the Project in the area of radiation protection, the alignment
with the BSS directive is an indicator of how well this area in Kosovo has been covered
(drafted) and the final compliance level was assessed at 94%.
(ii) Proper and efficient licensing
Concerning licensing, inspection and monitoring of radioactive practices, during the

reporting period, the Agency has issued: 40 licenses for practices with the radiation sources, 6
registrations, 56 permissions for import and transport of radiation sources, 2 license for
import and transport, 10 recognitions of radiation protection experts, 6 recognition of medical
physics expert, 23 authorizations for experts on radiation protection assessment. KARPNS
has prepared application forms and requirements for licensing (Authorizations) and Standard
Operation Procedures in accordance with best practices of EU states and IAEA (International
Atomic Energy Agency) recommendations. Further, the Agency conducted 76 inspections
which accomplish 87% of the Inspection Plan for the year 2018. The inspections were focused
on using devices containing radioactive sources as well as inspection of X-ray devices,
radioactive waste, waste in the hospitals etc. Further, during the inspections, KARPNS
inspectors distributed the awareness raising brochures on radiation protection.
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(iii) Preparing the mitigation plan for the clean-up of possible depleted uranium sites and
the collection of radio-active waste
Mitigation Plan from eventual presence of Depleted Uranium in the Republic of Kosovo has
been finalized in the end of 2017. For the implementation of the Mitigation Plan, KARPNS has
collected water and soil samples mostly from possible locations of depleted uranium sites in
Kosovo and has sent the samples to the Institute for Radioelements and its subsidiary IRE
Elite in Brussels for analysis in the framework of earlier agreement between both institutions.
Results of analysis from the IRE-ELiT report dated 10 January 2018 showed no trace of
depleted uranium in the samples.
In the terms of collection of radioactive waste, KARPNS is in the continuous process of
identification of radioactive sources in Kosovo in close cooperation with Kosovo Security
Forces and KFOR. However, at the moment Kosovo doesn’t have a radioactive waste storage
facility but the hazardous storage facility is expected to be built under IPA II.
Planned activities for year 2019

 Further transpose the BSS Directive 2013/59/EURATOM through adoption of two
regulations: Regulation on Dose Limits and Radiation Protection and Regulation on
Education, Training and Recognition of Services and Experts;
 Continuation of the licensing of the enterprises that are dealing with radiation
practices;
 Recruitment of new staff; and
 Set under regulatory control all the radiation sources in the Republic of Kosovo.
OUTSTANDING POINTS ON FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (IPA I and IPA II)

IPA 2014
I. Project: Support for the implementation of the Third Energy Package with a Special
Focus on Energy Efficiency and Renewable Resources
Project is financed by the European Commission with the amount of EUR 2.3 mill. It started
in October 3, 2016 and is expected to be finalized on October 2, 2019. The project is
implemented by GFA Consulting Group in consortium with Exergia S.A and AF Mercados.
The overall objective of the project was to support the sustainable development of the energy
sector in line with the Energy Strategy and Energy Community Treaty obligations. During
2018, following activities have been completed/or are in the process of completion:
 Definition of Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB) and Development of nZEB Plan
finalized and presented to the beneficiaries;
 Supported MED in preparation of EE/RES progress reports for reporting to EnCS;
 Prepared report on the development of National Register for Energy Performance in
Building with Technical specifications for the IT solution;
 Law on Energy Efficiency (EE) finalized and adopted by the Parliament (completed);
 A Report on Central Government Buildings and drafted Renovation Plan;
 Completed survey on energy consumption for Household, Services and Transport
sectors. Report with the results prepared and submitted to beneficiaries;
 Drafting of Municipal EE Action Plans for 25 municipalities;
 Collected and reviewed the data on Kosovo building stock, which were used for
further assessment of market potential of EE and RE technologies. A report on
available EE and RE technologies in Kosovo was prepared;
 Conducted a study and a survey on capacities and capabilities of EE/RE companies’/
service providers for MEEAP implementation with subsequent potential for job
creation;
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 During October and November 2018, the project organised three study tours to the
city of Freiburg in Germany consisting of the mayors, municipal energy managers
and central government officials;
 Drafting of the Operations Manual (OM) of the KEEF that would finally include 10
Internal Regulations;
 Organized the 1st Conference of Mayors of Kosovo on the topic of energy efficiency.
As part of this organization, the project prepared the Energy Charter of
Municipalities of Kosovo, which is signed by vast majority of Kosovo municipalities;
and
 Support KEEA in drafting the 4th NEEAP 2019-2021 which will be submitted to
Energy Community Secretariat in Q2 2019.

 Development of Stage 1 of National Registry for Energy Performance in Buildings;
 Drafting secondary legislation deriving from Law on EE;
 Prepare and conduct capacity building training for energy assessors;
 Provide support to MED in preparing analysis of projection for future needs on
energy;
 Support the preparation of NECAP;
 Support in drafting 4th NEEAP (2019-2021);
 Support to municipalities in preparation of applications for KEEF financing;
 Finalizing the OM of KEEF and provide support to the BoD and KEEF
operationalization;
 Promotional activities at local and central level to promote EE and RES activities.
IPA 2015
I. Project: Rehabilitation of district heating plant in Gjakova and Prishtina
Cost of project EUR 21 mill.
The purpose of the rehabilitation project of the District heating (DH) Gjakova is to ensure the
lowest cost possible for heating, with the least ecological impact for all consumers in Gjakova.
The project is a follow-up of the feasibility study under WBIF.
In relation to the DH Termokos (Prishtina), after the co-generation project implementation
there is an increased need for the rehabilitation and expansion of the heating network. This
project will reduce the use of electricity for heating purposes, improve services with no
additional cost to consumers, and will reduce losses in the distribution network.
IPA 2018
I. Project: Environmental improvements in Kosovo B Power Plant
Cost of project EUR 72 mill.
Following the completion of the EU-funded project “Feasibility Study for Environmental
Measures and other measures in Kosovo B Power Plant”, a conclusion was drawn that in
both Kosovo B power plant units, emissions of dust and NOx exceeds the IED Emission Limit
Values. The rehabilitation project of TPP Kosovo B, include the installation of electrostatic
precipitator (ESP) filters and facility construction for the reduction of NOx, and has an
estimated overall cost of EUR 72 million.
WBIF and other IFIs
A prefeasibility study supported by the WBIF was concluded in December 2018 for the
connection of Kosovo to the TAP gas pipeline ALKOGAP. This presents a very good option
for diversification of the energy resources and supply, and based on the results of the
Feasibility study that we are planning to apply in the next round of TA of the WBIF, we are
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interested to further pursue the project. Related to this, we had also initially submitted a
WBIF application for a study on district heating potential in different municipalities in
Kosovo, which could be related to the gas pipeline. We see great potential there and such a
project would be crucial to decrease the demand for electricity (which is mainly used for
heating). There have been preliminary discussions with the IFIs, with positive conclusions.
CLIMATE ACTION
2. State-of-play on the adoption of the Strategy and Action Plan for Environment and Climate
Change 2017- 2019 (2018 conclusion follow up)
The Draft Strategy on Climate Change 2019- 2028 and Action Plan 2019- 2021 is completed and
expected to be adopted by Government in Q1 2019.
3. Development of plans for its mainstreaming into other policy areas, particularly energy and
transport, including timetable for legislative alignment, consistent with the EU 2030
framework for climate and energy policies
MESP and MED started the process of preparation of the National Energy and Climate Plan
based on the Energy Community Recommendation 2018/01/MC- EnC. The inter- ministerial
working group is established. The first meeting of WG was held on 5 December 2018. And the
second meeting/workshop (supported by GIZ) took place on 12 February 2019 in Pristina.
During the workshop there were presentations from officials from Energy Community
Secretariat about background and status of NECP; presentations from regional GIZ experts about
the draft NECP process outline; and presentations form MED and MESP about Energy and
Climate Strategies and Plans. Thematic working groups were also agreed upon and are as
follows: TWG for Green House Gas; TWG for Energy Efficiency; TWG for Renewable Energy;
TWG for Security of Supply; TWG for Energy Market and TWG for Innovation. Moreover,
during the workshop the responsibilities of TWG for drafting the NECP were identified and also
the time frame and deadlines for drafting the NECP were discussed.
Moreover, MED plans to prepare comprehensive study on Energy Sector Development in Kosovo
till 2050. The study, among others, will address the following aspects:
 Security and affordability of energy supply;

 Maximizing the use of renewable energy sources and energy efficiency;
 Integration into the Regional Energy and EU Markets;
 Requirements for mitigation/adaptation of climate change and environmental protection;
and
 Engagements deriving from the Energy Community Secretariat, etc.
4. Alignment with and implementation of EU climate acquis; including an update on GHG

inventory reporting
Kosovo has approved the mechanisms to further develop its National System for the preparation
and reporting of GHG through the AI No. 01/ 2016 on Mechanism for Monitoring Greenhouse
Gas Emissions and AI No. 09/ 2015 for Monitoring Greenhouse Gas Emissions are in
implementation. For 2019 MESP has planned to draft the Concept Document for Climate Change.
Kosovo Environmental Protection Agency (KEPA) has prepared on annual basis the GHG
inventory for the period 2008-2016. Since 2011, KEPA reports for the GHG inventory regularly at
European Information and Observation Network (EIONET). Actually KEPA is in the process of
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preparing the GHG inventory for the year 2017, and the reporting for EIONET (European
Information and Observation Network) is planned during April 2019.
The support of MESP for improvement of the GHG inventory for MESP/KEPA staff to
implement the requirements, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
(IPCC) guidelines on how to derive the required activity data and emission factors, management
of GHG inventory and QA/QC is still ongoing through the Program for Capacity Building on
Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation for Western Balkans, and the Austrian Federal
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Environment and Water Management.
Furthermore, a capacity building on national inventory and projections is under implementation

from the RIPAP Project (Regional Implementation of the Paris Agreement) for West Balkan
Countries, supported by TAIEX. Hence, a workshop with data providers at national level for
GHG Inventory has been conducted during November 2018. During 2019, the inventory of GHG
emissions for 2017 will be prepared.
5. Administrative set-up on climate action, including inter-ministerial cooperation and

awareness-raising activities
On 01-02 November 2018, the workshop "Greenhouse Gas Inventory and Data Requirements"
under the Component: "Capacity Building of KEPA for Monitoring, Evaluation and
Environmental Reporting" of the Environmental Program for Kosovo, funded by the Swedish
Embassy in Kosovo in co-operation with the EU-supported RIPAP project has been organized.
The purpose of the workshop was to inform all stakeholders for their legal obligation which
derives from AI No. 01/ 2016 on Mechanism for Monitoring Greenhouse Gas Emissions and AI
No. 09/ 2015 for Monitoring Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and also the implementation, needs and
opportunities for improving the quality of the data needed for GHG Inventory.
6. Update on regional co-operation (Regional Implementation of Paris Agreement Project –

RIPAP), other initiatives
Kosovo is a part of Regional Implementation of Paris Agreement Project (RIPAP). In this respect,
MESP will be supported in developing National System for developing long term national
climate strategy, designing effective and efficient policies and measures and compiling robust
and transparent GHG inventory.
REGIONAL POLICY AND COORDINATION OF STRUCTURAL INSTRUMENTS

1. Adoption of the Strategy on Balanced Regional Development
The Strategy is under the drafting process by the WG, and it is expected to be sent for
Government approval by Q3 2019.
II. ENVIRONMENT
Regarding further approximation of the legal framework in the environmental sector, the
following laws, administrative Instructions (AI’s) and decisions were adopted during this
reporting period:
 Law on Air Protection from Pollution No. 07/58 has been adopted by the Government on
24 July 2018;
 Law on Establishment of National Spatial Data Infrastructure No.02/67 has been adopted
by the Government on 02 October 2018;
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 Law on Noise Protection No. 03/67 has been adopted by the Government on 02 October
2018;
 Law on biocide products No.05/68 has been adopted by the Government on 09 October
2018;
 AI No.14/2018 for Capture and Storage of Carbon Dioxide in Suitable Geological
Formations, it has been adopted on 19 December, 2018;
 AI No.11/2018 on Limited Values of Emissions of Polluted Materials into Soil, has been
adopted by the Government on 28 August 2018;
 AI No. 03/2018 for Water Permit Procedures, approved on 07 September, 2018;
 AI No. 04/2018 for preventing major accidents involving hazardous substances,
approved on 06 September 2018;
 AI No 06/2018 for penalties with mandatory fines, approved on 30 October 2018; and
 Decision No. 95 on the approval of the “list of highly hazardous substances and criteria
for the inclusion of substances in this list” approved on 13 November 2018.
Moreover, the following Concept Documents have been adopted by Government:

 Concept Document for Environment Impact Assessment, adopted on 15 May 2018;
 Concept Document for Industrial Pollution Prevention and Control, adopted on 11 April
2018; and
 Concept Document for the Water Resources Management Area, adopted on 11 January
2019.
MESP for 2019 has planned to adopt the following:

 Law on waste from the mineral extraction industry;
 Law on Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (Supplement/ Amendment);
 Law on Environmental Impact Assessment (Supplement/ Amendment); and
 Kosovo Water Law (Supplement/ Amendment);
 AI No. 17/2014 on Classification, Labeling and Packaging of Hazardous Chemicals
(Supplement/ Amendment);
 AI No. O6 / 2007 on the rules and norms for air emissions from stationary sources
(Supplement/ Amendment);
 AI No 22/2015 for waste management containing asbestos (Supplement/ Amendment);
 AI No.30 / 2014 on Manner, Parameters and Limit Values of Wastewater discharge into
Public Sewage Network and in the Water Body (Supplement/ Amendment);
 Concept Document for Climate Change;
 Concept Document for Strategic Environmental Assessment;
 Concept Document for “Bjeshkët e Nemuna”; and
 Concept Document for regulating the waste sector.
2. Air quality
2.1. Update on some 2018 SC conclusions
(i) Action Plan for Air Quality 2017-2019
The Action Plan for Air Quality has been adopted by the Government, Decision No.12/50, on 05
June 2018.
(ii) Installation of central software for real time air quality monitoring
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During this reporting period, the central software is installed through which the data is collected,
processed, and transferred in real time from 8 air quality stations, see link http://ihmk-rks.net
and http://kosovo-airquality.com/secure/index2.html .
(iii) Real time air quality monitoring to be conducted, Kosovo-wide, and 6 monthly continuous
data to be provided to the Commission and made public
As reported above, the real time air quality monitoring is now available in 8 monitoring stations
through the installation of the central software. The access to the data in real time is available
through the web page of KHMI: http://ihmk-rks.net and http://kosovo-
airquality.com/secure/index2.html, and the daily reports (in Albanian language only) can be
found in: http://www.ammk-rks.net/?page=1,162, while the monthly reports at
http://www.ammk-rks.net/?page=1,163 and annual report (general report) in
http://www.ammk-rks.net/repository/docs/.pdf .
Regarding monitoring system, the maintenance, servicing and calibration of air analyzers is done
by a local company, and now the air quality monitoring is being carried out continuously (real
time) by the state monitoring system covering Kosovo. Moreover, MESP/KEPA improved
calibration of air analyzers by investing in standard gas necessary for their calibration and a
portable calibrator through the JICA project investment.
During this reporting period, MESP in collaboration with Millennium Challenges Cooperation –
MCC is preparing ToR for investment in improvement of the actual system for collecting,
processing, and reporting of data. Investment are carried out by the donation of MCC.
In the re-designation of monitoring network, MESP has planned to dislocate three monitoring
stations from the actual location to a new location, since the actual locations have been changed
due to urban infrastructure. MCC/MFK has started implementing the project of dislocation of
the three stations as planned from MESP. Currently the monitoring station in Drenas has been
allocated, and the infrastructure for the relocation of two other stations (Gjilan and Prizren) has
been built.
(iv) Identification of air pollution sources

The inventory of air emissions for 2017 for the main sectors (energy and industry) has been
prepared, according to the Convention on Long-Range Trans boundary Air Pollution (CLRTAP)
and methodologies by EMEP/EEA.
In the framework of the “Capacity building for Air Pollution Control 2017-2020” supported by
JICA, MESP/KEPA has made a preliminary identification of air pollution sources for the region
of Prishtina, Obiliq and Fushe Kosove and also conducted the research on the identification of air
pollution sources. Moreover, through the above mentioned project MESP/KEPA for 2019, has
planned to draft the air emissions inventory and modeling of pollutant distribution for the
Prishtina region.
2.2. Preparation of an air quality plan for Prishtina and implementation of Measures to reduce
air pollution
The Action Plan for Air Quality (adopted on 05 June 2018) has started to be implemented, and
comprises many activities regarding air quality for the city of Prishtina.
Through the project “Capacity building for Air Pollution Control 2017-2020” supported by JICA,
in February and April 2018 the survey for identification of air pollution sources for the region of
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Prishtina, Obiliq and Fushe Kosova has started, as well as the research on the identification of air
pollution sources. Within this project, MESP has completed the preliminary identification of air
pollution sources for the region of Prishtina, Obiliq and Fushe Kosova, and has carried out
training courses for capacity building in preparation of the Air emission inventory, the modeling
of pollutant distribution for the region of Prishtina, and conducted on-site stack gas measurement
in TPP Kosova A and TPP Kosova B. Furthermore, JICA experts, MESP and KEK, in cooperation
with the University of Pristina- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, developed the simulation
modeling with the aim to improve the performance of the Electro-static Precipitators in TPP
Kosova A. These activities will continue to be implemented throughout 2019.
3. Waste management
3.1. Update on the 2018 SC conclusions not implemented:
Hazardous waste storage operator to be functional and operational
At the beginning of 2018, the process for the establishment of Hazardous waste storage operator
went as planned. In the first quarter of 2018, a pro-bono General Director was appointed, just in
order to complete the registration of the operator at the Kosovo Business Registration Agency.
The Hazardous Waste Storage operator has been registered as of 2nd of May, 2018. However the
process was slowed down due to the fact that mines were found at the selected site for building
the facility. A new location has been selected and at this time geo-technic tests are taking place.
During this process, the Municipality of Fushe Kosova has opposed the current selected location
in their area. Ministry of Economic Development has applied for another TAIEX mission for
“Support in determining required staff for employment in the Public Enterprise for Hazardous
Waste Storing Facilities”. The application has been accepted but the process has been pending
until the location problems are sorted out. At present the location is not being changed, however
a meeting is expected to take place between MESP, Municipality of Fushe Kosove and officials
from European Commission Office in Kosovo regarding the location issues.
Moreover, during 2019 the EUO in Kosovo will contract an external company for preparation of
the Environmental Impact Assessment Report for the Project as well as a design concept for
objects to be built at the selected location.
3.2. The authorities shall revise the National Waste Strategy to include circular economy
principles and goals
The National Solid Waste Management Strategy and Action Plan for Kosovo has been drafted
and it is at the end of the process. The Draft Strategy will be in public debate during February
and March 2019 and is scheduled to be approved by the Government of Kosovo in April 2019.
Development of a National Solid Waste Management Strategy and Action Plan for Kosovo
(NWMS) is based on clearly defined objectives, guiding principles and decision-making criteria.
The driving forces behind the Strategy development include the protection of public health,
environment and resources in line with the waste management principles of prevention,
precaution, rectification of pollution at source, polluter pays and the EU waste hierarchy
(prevention, reuse, recycle, recovery, disposal).
The overall objective (impact) of the Action is: adoption of a consistent, nationwide policy and
strategic planning document that covers and directs development of the sector for the period
2019-2028, following universally agreed principles, and provision of a mid-term planning tool
that offers clear perspectives for investments.
Moreover, the specific objectives of the Strategy are as follows:

 Develop a new generation of integrated waste management Services and infrastructure;
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 Professionalize the waste management and recycling sector;

 Strengthen regulation and control in the waste management sector; and
 Promote the values and practices of a Circular Economy.
3.3. Illegal dumpsites: state-of-play and measures taken
In the framework of undertaking measures for the elimination of illegal landfills in the
municipalities of Kosovo, MESP supported the elimination of illegal landfills (MESP and GIZ)
and increased the cooperation of MESP/KEPA with the municipalities, in improving the
exchange of information with municipalities through the Waste Management Information
System. The project is in the implementation stage.
The activity for the elimination of illegal waste dumps this year has also been developed within
the framework of the "Clean Environment" grant supported by GIZ and MESP. According to the
data presented in the web application Ndreqe.com, where municipalities report on illegal
landfills closed, during 2018, around 480 landfills have been eliminated.
In addition to the efforts of Kosovo municipalities to remove illegal landfills in Kosovo, during
2018, other activities have been conducted. One of these activities was the "Clean Up Kosovo"
campaign, which was supported by the Government of Kosovo and was developed from 15
September to 15 December 2018.
Based on the final campaign report, the action involved all Kosovo municipalities. In the action,
about 195,000 volunteers have been engaged and about 952 illegal landfills and illegal landfills
have been removed.
In order to improve the situation of waste disposal illegally, during 2019, MESP has planned the
following activities:
 Development of indicators for the performance of the municipalities in process of
improving the exchange of information through the Waste Management Information
System;
 Allocation of funds in the sum of 100,000.00 EUR to enable the purchase of Waste
Containers and their distribution to Municipalities, with the purpose of providing
services in municipal waste collection in order to reduce the illegal dumping of waste into
illegal sites;
 Investment of 50,000.00 EUR for rehabilitation of municipal waste dump in Peja, since the
landfill is overloaded; and
 Allocation of funds in the sum of 150,000.00 EUR for participation in the Municipal
Grants Scheme Project (developed and supported by GIZ).
4. Water quality
4.1. Update on some of 2018 SC conclusions
(i) Water strategy and related action plan
During this reporting period, the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo, on 30 May 2018, approved
the National Water Strategy 2017-2036 (including an Investment Action Plan). During 2019,
MESP will prepare the Action Plan for implantation of Strategy.
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(ii) Identification of risk area regarding ground water and surface water, and report on
situation and proposed remedial measures (Q2-2020)
MESP is supported by SIDA project "Environment, Climate and Resources Management", in

financing the Kosovo Environmental Programme (KEP) and in developing the capacities for
environment monitoring and water resources management.
Until now, one 6th Component regarding the investigation on the chemical and quantitative
status of groundwater bodies in line with the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) in the river
basin “Drini i Bardhë” has been implemented, under the coordination of RRBA. The Final report
and related annexes are available in Albanian and English.
Regarding the surface water, (under the 7th Component of the project) the monitoring of the risk
areas were conducted during 2018 for biological and physic - chemical status. It is expected that
the monitoring activities of surface water to be finalized and the reports to be completed in 2019
(Q2).
4.2 Real-time water and ground water monitoring system
MESP/KEPA has made investments in hydrometric network of Republic of Kosovo, and

currently 26 stations are renovated, while the hydrometric network is functionalized. The real
time monitoring information regarding water level of rivers can be accessed online (http://ihmk-
rks.com/t/?page=1,41).
(i)The authorities shall draft the river basin management plan for “Drini i Bardhë” (Q4 2020)
Regarding the river basin management plan for “Drini i Bardhë”, MESP is in the process of
establishment of ground water monitoring network, through the framework of the program
"Environment, Climate and Resources Management" (supported by SIDA) which is expected to
be finished by the end of October 2020.
Furthermore, in accordance with the work program and schedule of activities for the preparation
of the river basin management plan for “Drini i Bardhë” for the years 2021-2026, during the year
2018 the following activities have taken place:
 Summary of significant pressures and impacts of human activity on the status of surface
water and groundwater;
 Significant identified pressures in the river basin "Drini i Bardhë" (depending on the
selected SWMIs);
 Impact assessment resulting from pressures;
 Monitoring networks and results; and
 Environmental objectives and exemptions.
The above mentioned activities are planned to continue through 2019 as well as:
 Economic analysis of water use;
 Program (s) of measures; and
 Connections of the Water Framework Directive and other EU Directives related to water.
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5. Nature protection
Update on some of SC 2018 conclusions
(i)Biodiversity Action Plan for 2013/2020
The Biodiversity Action Plan 2016/2020 was adopted by Parliament of Kosovo on 31 May
2018.The Biodiversity Action Plan is a fundamental document for the protection of nature, which
determines medium-term objectives for the conservation of biodiversity.
Furthermore, for 2019, MESP has planned the implementation of measures and activities deriving
from Biodiversity Action.
(ii) Preparing the Draft Red book of Fauna
Within the framework of Kosovo Environmental Program (supported by SIDA), the Kosovo Red
Book of Fauna has been completed and published by MESP in January 2019.
For 2019, MESP will issue a decision for protection of rare and endangered species of fauna.
6. Forestry
Update on the SC 2018 conclusions
(i) To report to the European Commission on efforts to combat illegal wood logging
During the reporting period, Kosovo Forest Agency (KFA) has completed afforestation activities
in open areas in the size of 296.65 ha, and additionally 35ha of open area were also afforested by
KFA in the northern part of Kosovo. Moreover, KFA has conducted maintenance of afforested
areas of 2016 in the in the size of 195.00 ha, and has drafted the Management Plans for area of
22,032.37ha. The treatment of young forests is completed in the area of: 214.70 ha, in Istog and
Prishtina Municipality.
Kosovo Forests Agency in cooperation with the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare and the
Municipality of Malisheva have signed the Memorandum of Cooperation and have realized
activities as follows:
o Engagement of 160 workers for a period 9 months, in different silviculture activities in
forest sectors such as: monitoring, participating in forests fires extinguishing, etc
o Engagement of 10 workers for a period 9 months in forests nursery for gardening and
maintenance;
o Engagement of 40 workers for seasonal work in duration of 6 months for silviculture

activities in the forestry sector, maintenance of afforested objects, extinguishing fires etc.
in Malisheva Municipality.
In the table below, the data regarding the application of penalties and sanctions from
municipalities and inspectorate are presented.
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Table 1: Application of penalties and sanctions
Institution Year
Activity
2017 2018
Criminal legal paper (piece) 1439 1147
Minor offence legal paper (piece) 3607 4501
Total (piece) 5046 5648
Total volume m³ 12,589.49 14018.76
Municipalities
Positive decision act 4092 2464
Negative decision act 286 370
Suspended decision act 2516 1410
Confiscations m³ 2,195.25 2608.24
Forest fires ha 2055.07 862.50
Criminal legal paper (piece) 29 14
Minor offence legal paper (piece) 139 108
Total (piece) 168 122
Inspectorate Positive decision act 65 69
Negative decision act 17 24
Suspended decision act 94 81
Confiscations m³ 122.80 746.23
KFA Utilization m³ 184,068.46 183361.33
(ii) To finalize drafting of four detailed regulatory plans for National Parks
The drafting of four detailed regulatory plans for the third zones of National Parks is still
ongoing within the framework of the project "Environmental Program for Kosovo" supported by
SIDA.
During 2018, numerous meeting between the MESP, project coordinators, municipal officials and
Mayors have taken place, together with workshops with central and local institutions, NGOs and
all stakeholders involved in the drafting of the regulatory plans for four areas. Currently, MESP is in
the final phase of public discussion of the four regulatory plans for the third protected areas: Zaplluxhe
and Prevalle in the NP “Sharri” and areas of Gropa e Erenikut and Bogë in the NP “Bjeshkët e
Nemuna”. After these procedures will be completed, MESP will finalize the four documents. For 2019,
MESP has planned to approve the four regulatory plans and start with the implementation of the
regulatory plans.
(iii) To adopt the Spatial Plan of the National Park “Bjeshkët e Nemuna”
The draft Spatial Plan for the National Park "Bjeshket e Nemuna" is completed, and currently is
waiting for Government approval. It is expected to be approved by the Assembly in Q2 2019. The
Spatial Plan of the National Park "Bjeshkët e Nemuna" is a document which plans future
developments in the park with the purpose of sustainable development and protection of the
park’s values.
(iv) The Forestry Law shall be adopted, transposing the Timber Regulation 995/2010
The draft Law on Forests is planned to be approved in Q2 2019. The draft has been harmonized
in accordance with:
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 Regulation of the (EU) No. 995/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council
laying down the obligations of operators who place timber and timber products on the
market (known as the Illegal Timber Regulation);
 Regulation (EU) No. 691/2011 of the European Parliament and of the European Council
for Environmental Economic Accounts;
 Regulation (EU) No. 363/2012 on procedural rules for recognition and withdrawal of
recognition of monitoring organizations as provided for in Regulation (EU) No. 995/2010
of the European Parliament and Council laying down the obligations of operators who
place timber and timber products on the market; and
 Regulation (EU) No. 607/2012 on the detailed rules concerning the due diligence system,
the frequency and nature of the checks on monitoring organizations as provided for in
Regulation (EU) No. 995/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying
down the obligations of operators who place timber and timber products on the market.
Outstanding points on financial assistance (IPA I and II)

IPA 2018 Programming
Within IPA II Program 2018, MESP is supported with EUR 10 million on sustainable
development of the waste management system:
Objective 1 - To develop infrastructure for an integrated approach to waste management, in line
with implementation of the waste hierarchy and ‘polluter pays principle, which includes:
 Improvement of the waste collection and transportation system, including the selection to
be expanded also in rural areas – namely here will be included the extension of the
project “Clean Environmental Race" project in the municipalities of the Peja region.
 The closure of the old landfill in Peja and construction of the new one expanded with a
new drainage system with the necessary equipment for the functionalization of waste
collection and disposal. With implementation of this project more than 300,000
inhabitants will benefit from five municipalities (Peja, Istog, Klina, Decani and Junik). It is
also foreseen the closure of small illegal landfills eventually the illegal landfill in Istog
which is the largest one.

For the Program of 2019 - The Environment will be supported with the project for construction of
the canalization network for the Municipality of Prishtina for finishing the Project on Wastewater
Treatment Plant in Pristina.
With this program, MESP will be supported with 16 million € in the sector of solid waste,
respectively for Mirash Landfill. Currently KFV is preparing the Feasibility Study about the
situation of this landfill, and depending on what will result from this study, it will be decided
whether the old landfill will be closed and the new one constructed, or to improve the conditions
of this. In the second case, if possible, even small projects will eventually be supported by the
solid waste area.
For 2018 and 2020 Program MESP has prepared the Action Document.
WBIF (Investment Framework for the Western Balkans)
For the 21st round of WBF, MESP has applied for grants with the following project proposals:
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1. Feasibility Study (Master Plan) for the landfill of solid waste from construction and
demolition - EBRD support;
2. Feasibility study for the project "Construction of the Hydro-technical System, Desivojce -
Kremenata - Gjirishevc", which is integral part of the Priority Projects List and we have
the support of WB.
3. Project proposal "Flood hazard and risk mapping in the River Basin" Drini i Bardhe,
Lepenc, Morava e Binqes and Sitnica (sub basin of Ibri) ". Flood risk maps for the "Drini i
Bardhë" river basin, with the support of EIB.
TAIEX support
During 2018-2019, MESP has submitted six (6) applications for TAIEX support, five requests were
approved and one was not approved. Two (4) expert missions and two study visits have been
implemented and another approved study visit is expected to be implemented, and one expert
mission it was refused as following:
 Expert mission - Air Emission Inventory, from KEPA –implemented on 29 January – 2
February 2018;
 Expert mission - GHG Inventory, from KEPA - implemented on 21-25 January 2019;
 Expert mission - on Implementation of Directive 2004/35/CE on environmental liability with
regard to the prevention and remedying of environmental damage with focus in preparing
imitations, representing and reporting in environmental crimes and compensation of
damages, KEPA, is planned to be implemented on May 2019;
 Expert Mission- Mid-Term Assistance on capacity building for the implementation of
legislation for the compensation of damages caused by wild species of animals strictly
protected- request is refused;
 Study Visit on Protected Areas - Strict Reserves Implementing Decision – implemented on 26
– 30 November 2018 in Greece;
 Study visit on Implementation of EU Noise Directive in Kosovo, with focus on practical
preparing Noise Strategy Map, from KEPA, is approved, but not yet implemented.
IV. TRANSPORT
1. Connectivity
1.1. Last developments, progress on connectivity reform measures and the Transport
Community Treaty
Regarding progress on connectivity reform measures, the Regional Transport Community's

Steering Committee held two meetings. Since the establishment of the RSC of the TCT,
discussions were focused on:
 The structure and budget of the future Secretariat has been secured and adopted by the
EC and 6 WB Countries;
 The "interim" Director of the Permanent Secretariat has been appointed and the
recruitment process of the interim staff has started;
 ToR for the position of the General Director has been prepared and approved by the RSC
members; and
 Rules of Procedures relating to the Regional Steering Committee have been adopted.
Implementation of the rail reform strategy

During the reporting period the Network Statement 2019 is prepared in fully compliance with the
Law on Railways and EU directives and has been published on 19 September 2018 by the
INFRAKOS. Furthermore, INFRRAKOS has drafted a seven years Business Plan by which is
foreseen maintenance of the all Railway network for the period of time (2019 – 2025).
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Improvement of road safety – targeting the reduction of fatalities by 20% compared to reference
year 2014
During March and April 2018 road safety inspection (RSI) reports have been prepared and
submitted to the MI. Also, in the beginning of this year the MI has signed some contracts with
private companies for duration of three years on signalization of national roads.
Based on the Connectivity Agenda and Road Safety Declaration endorsed by Transport Ministers
of the 6 Western Balkans Countries, clearly identifies the needs, and acknowledges the sustained
efforts of the European Union in enhancing road safety.
Taking into account these obligations, the MI has requested support for the update of the Road
Safety Accident Database by triggering the additional component of the Technical Assistance
CONNECTA that is ongoing, and based on the findings by the Experts engaged in the TA
assistance by CONNECTA in their Regional Road Safety Project (component 3). The Road Traffic
Safety Council (RTSC) with aim of improving the traffic safety situation throughout the country
has established the Task Force for Road Traffic Safety.
Intelligent Transport System (ITS) deployment on the Core Network

During this reporting period, the final report of the CONNECTA project on Strategic Framework
for implementation of Intelligent Transport System (ITS) on TEN-T Core/Comprehensive
Network on the WB6, was delivered on 10 December 2018. The MI has signed an agreement for
cooperation between Kosovo and Hungary on the implementation of the ITS project. This system
will help MI to control and oversee traffic flow on core and comprehensive network in Kosovo.
Establishment of functioning maintenance system ensuring no section in poor/very poor

condition by 2020
Road/Rail Maintenance Plan for Core/Comprehensive Networks for 2019-2023, for different
budget scenarios was prepared and submitted by the consultants of the CONNECTA project. The
road network maintenance are contracted for a period of three years, while the railway network
maintenance contracts are currently contracted for one year.
Effective Border Crossing Agreements-

The IBM permanent facilities at BCP Merdare have been constructed and now is being used by
the relevant Kosovar border authorities, whereas the Serbian border authorities are not using
these facilities that have been constructed with the financial support of the EC.
Implementation of Integrated Border Management (IBM) strategy (Implementation of the border

crossing agreement between Kosovo and the Republic of Macedonia)
The protocols have exchanged through diplomatic channels, and adopted by the authorities of
the two countries (Republic of Kosovo and the Republic of Macedonia). Moreover, it is foreseen
that in the next joint government meeting between the two countries that is planned to be held in
2019, these protocols to be signed.
1.2. Progress on Core/comprehensive TEN-T extension projects

Three routes of this network pass through Kosovo, namely:
 Route 6 connecting Corridor VIII in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
(Skopje) via Pristina to route 4 in the Eastern part of Montenegro.
 Route 6A connecting Prishtina International Airport, with Route 7 and continuing to Peja
and Route 4 in Montenegro.
 Route 7 connecting Corridor X in Serbia (Nis) via Pristina to the Adriatic/Ionian coast in
Albania.
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The motorway R6 project from Prishtina to Border with Macedonia (65.3 km) will be completed
by end early 2019, which will make a total of 144 kilometers of full motorway profile in
accordance with Trans European Motorway Standards.
R7 Motorway project Implementation (Pristine – Merdare)

Pristina-Merdare highway comprises the last section to be upgraded on the Kosovo part of
SEETO Route 7, interconnecting to Orient/Est-med Corridor of the Trans European Transport
network. This Route crosses Kosovo from Vermice on the border with Albania to Merdare on the
border with Serbia having a total length of about 128km and secures the Country’s access to
Adriatic and Black Sea, improving the links with the other Balkan Countries and the European
Transport Corridors IV and X.
The new highway comprises of:
• 27km of 4-lane highway with motorway standards;
• 3 interchanges;
• 4 viaducts with a total length of 1,150m;
• 35 major structures (bridges and under/overpasses with local road network).
• A Toll plaza
Interchanges provide connection to
• M25 at Trude, where existing Pristina bypass ends;
• R126, providing access to Podujevo (Besiana) and Batlava.
• M25, providing access to east Podujevo.
Connection is also provided to the local network and the existing rest area/road user facilities
operating by Merdare Border crossing. The expected benefits on local level are expected to be as
follows:
• The new highway will offer increased road capacity on the corridor, serving an estimated
traffic of 19,000 vehicles per day in year 2045, of which 25% international traffic for
passengers and freight;
• The travel times between Pristina and Merdare are expected to be reduced, resulting in
30% travel time savings;
• The existing road (M25) will continue to serve the local traffic created by the communities
located along it, without hindering their development due to traffic congestion, as the
transit traffic will be diverted to the new highway;
• Reduce environmental impacts on the same communities because of removing
commuting and transit traffic to the new highway; and
• Increase road safety for all users on M25 and the highway;
The overall cost estimated by the Preliminary Designed prepared under WBIF project, is about
210 million Euros, excluding VAT. Jointly with the EIB and EBRD during 2019, MI is looking
forward for the options to start the implementation of this project.
Route 6 Prishtinë – Hani i Elezit (Border with Macedonia)

The contract is signed on 1 June 2014 and expected duration is 54 calendar months.
Implementation of the project is ongoing in accordance with the dynamic plan and the allocated
budget. After the completion of the section R6/R7 Motorway Interchange - Lipjan - Babush –
Doganaj Interchange, in total length of 42 Km, the works are ongoing in the direction Doganaj
Interchange – Hani I Elezit (Border with Macedonia). The project will be completed and open for
traffic in first part of the 2019.
Road N2 sector (Milloshevë – Mitrovicë) - Activities related to Islamic Development Bank (IDB)
Civil Works and Actual progress, L= 4.55 km
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The Contract with the awarded Bidder for civil works was signed on 30 April 2018 and civil
works started on 16 June 2018. The deadline for completion of works according to the Contract is
24 months. Expropriation for this section is entirely done and all unforeseen issues within the
Contract have been defined. Work progress by the end of 2018 is 20% and according to the
Contract, it is expected works to be completed in 15 June 2020.
Activities related to Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) and Opec International Fund for
Development (OFID)
Civil Works and Actual progress, L= 10.0 km (Lot1)
Contract for Lot1 (Lum i Madh - Gojbulë) has been signed on 20 December 2018 and ground
works have started on 15 January 2019. The deadline for completion of works according to the
Contract is 24 months starting from 15 January 2019.
Documents and Evaluations for Civil Works L= 5.0 km (Lot2)

Evaluation for pre-qualification of Civil Works have been completed and approved by SFD.
Consultant has completed the main Design for Smrekovnicë – Mitrovicë section and the Bid
Document is towards completion. The bid opening on selection of Civil Works Contractor for
Lot2 is expected to be June 2019.
Road N9 sector (Kijevë – Zahaq)

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has extended a sovereign loan
of up to EUR 71 million to Kosovo to co-finance the construction of a new highway section
approximately 31 km in length between Kijeve near the capital Pristina and Zahaq near the city of
Peje in eastern Kosovo. The entity responsible for implementing the Project will be the MI and its
execution unit Project Implementation Unit (PIU).
The Kosovo Assembly has adopted the update of the Feasibility Study (ESIA) and updating the
detailed road construction project N9 Prishtina - Peja (SEETO Street 6B) - Land acquisition and
resettlement framework, section Kijevë - Klinë to Zahaq (30KM ), as an annex to the signed
agreement between the MF and the EBRD. This will also be the expropriation code by which the
Government of Kosovo orders the expropriation department within MESP to allocate funds for
social impact. MI took into consideration all the suggestions and has sent back the completed
report to MESP as follows:
 Preliminary design approved;
 ESIA approved;
 Environmental permittion issues by the MESP;
 A final road design proposal is to be submitted to the PIU by 1 March 2019;
 The selection process of tender dossier for the road supervision is to be completed in two
weeks;
 Capacity development and road safety to be completed by the end of February 2019;
 After the PIU team proposed revision in the draft road design, the IPF6 team of experts
required an extension to the implementation period for WB18-KOS-TRA-01 to be
finalized by March 2019. Consequently the Detailed Design Documentation to be divided
into three Lots; and
 As per exportation the final preliminary decision remain to be taken by H.E. Prime
Minister.
On the other hand, Kosovo Railways Network has two Railway Routes which are as an extension
of the Core/comprehensive TEN-T:
 Railway Route 10 which belongs to SEETO Core Network and connects Kosovo with
Serbia in North and with North Macedonia in South; and
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 Railway Route 7 which belongs to SEETO Comprehensive Network and connects Kosovo
with Serbia in East.
The project on general Rehabilitation and modernization of the Railway Route 10 is funded by
EBRD, EIB and WBIF grants, while during 2018 the following developments were carried out:
 The Project Design for the Phase one of the Railway Route 10 (Fushë Kosovë - Hani i
Elezit) has been completed in the first quarter of 2018. The procedures for selection of the
company for ground of works is completed, and signature of the contract is expected in
the beginning of 2019, so the execution of works will start in the first quarter of 2019.
 The Project Design for the phase two (Fushe Kosove - Mitrovicë) is finalized, and in the
first quarter of 2019 is expected to start with the procurement procedures for selection of
the company for ground of works;
 The Project for Supporting the PIU has been undergoing a review of the budget by the
EBRD, processes have been developed up to the technical evaluation but due to the
extension of the project and with the impossibility of transferring funds for the second
phase, this project for supporting the PIU has been republished;
 Preliminary Project Design for General rehabilitation and Modernization of the Railway
Route 7, and is foreseen to be completed in 2019.
Except infrastructure projects, during 2018 EBRD has supported INFRAKOS has completed
another two training projects:
 The project for track Access Charges and Asset Management Plan; and
 The Health Care and Work Protection – Phase II.
1.3. Enhancing regional connectivity by implementing the prioritized individual public

investments projects, in particular by adopting the revised report on the implementation for
the investment clause on the basis of the single project pipeline
The majority of projects which are being financed through loans from IFIs, with the exception of
two projects, have been reflected in the Kosovo Budget under the limits of the Investment Clause,
and hence present no risk to the macro-fiscal stability of the country.
As regards the Core Network in the roads sector, the R6 road connecting Kosovo to the Orient
East-Med includes the Merdare – Hani i Elezit segment. The segment Prishtina – Skopje has been
contracted and currently works are undergoing. Financing for this project is through the Kosovo
Budget. As for the remaining segment from Prishtina (specifically Besi) to Merdare of circa 27
kilometers, currently MF is waiting to receive the detail design which is financed through the
WBIF. The overall cost of the project is estimated to be 193 million EUR, to be financed by IFIs
with EBRD as lead IFI, through the Investment Clause. Since the Sofia declaration and the
specific reference to this highway, MF expects by EU to clarify the co-financing.
While, for the Comprehensive Network in the road sector, the section of road towards the border
with Albania has been completed and is fully operational, whereas the section from Kijevë to
Zahaq (part of the highway from Prishtina to Peja) connecting Kosovo to the border with
Montenegro, is in its initial phases of implementation. Overall project cost, without taxes and
VAT is at around 155 million EUR, for which two loans have been obtained from the EBRD (72
million) and EIB (up to 80 million). Both agreements are ratified by the Assembly, the Project
Implementation Unit is established, and the technical assistance consulting firm has been
contracted. The works in the ground are expected to commence in 2019, and expect disbursement
of part of the loan is expected by the end of 2019.
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In the rail sector, as part of the comprehensive network is the Rehabilitation of Rail Route 10
project. The overall cost of the project is 194 million EUR, financed 50% by investment grants
through the WBIF and 50% through lending from EBRD and EIB. The project is split into three
phases, connecting the border with Macedonia (Hani i Elezit) to the border with Serbia (in
Leshak), as follows:
 Phase 1: Hani i Elezit to Fushë Kosovë – grant of 38 million has been signed;
 Phase 2: Fushë Kosovë to Mitrovicë – grant of 17.2 million has been signed in December
2018, and expecting ratification;
 Phase 3: Mitrovicë to Leshak – application for an investment grant at the WBIF for the
remaining part was submitted in December 2018.
The contracting company for the groundwork has been selected, the contract was signed in
February 2019, and ground work it is expected to be started in 2019. There is a possibility that
additional financing shall be required due to increased costs from the initial project. For this, MF
are in contact with EBRD and EIB as the co-financiers of this project. Some plans for the future
expand the project to create a multi-modal connection for Prishtina, which might require a
transfer of the train station as well. However, currently none of such plans is foreseen to be
materialized in the near future.
The Division for International Financial Cooperation within the Ministry of Finance prepares a
semi - annual report on the Implementation of the Investment Clause, which is approved by the
Government of Kosovo and sent to the Kosovo Assembly for its information. The Report is
reflected and updated regularly in the Medium Term Expenditure Framework and as well in the
European Reform Program for each year. As per the latest updates to the report, there are 21
financing agreements for specific projects that are reflected in the Budget through the Investment
Clause.
2 Road transport
2.1. Implementation of the road transport acquis
The Law no. 06 / L-109 on the Ratification of the Treaty establishing the Community of Transport
has been adopted by the Assembly of Kosovo on 25 October 2018. Nevertheless, given the fact
that the treaty has brought additional obligations in relation to the internal legal framework in
the field of transport, MI has postponed the legislative package for access to the national and
international road and carriage of passengers and goods for the year 2019 with aim to harmonize
legal framework with the acquis. Therefore, during 2019 the MI is planning to adopt the following
primary and secondary legislation:
 Amending of the Law on Road Transport No.04/L-179;
 Drafting the AI for Investigation of accidents and incidents in the rail transport;
 Amending the AI No. 07/2013 for Licensing the Road Transport Operator of goods;
 Amending the AI No. 07/2015 for Licensing of Operators for Road Transport of
passenger by Bus;
 Drafting the AI for licensing of workshop/services and issuing the Digital Tachograph
cards;
 Amending the AI No. 09/2013 on the routes network and timetables of interurban
passenger transport by Bus;
 Amending the AI No. 06/2015 for issuance of permits for carrying out regular
international road transport of passenger for accessing and transit crossing through the
territory of Kosovo; and
 Amending the AI No. 07/2016 on issuing the permits to resident operators for
performing international road transport of goods.
2.2. Institutional, legislative and enforcement measures to improve road safety
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The Government of Kosovo on 21 October 2018 has issued the decision No. 10/71 on establishing
the Road Safety Council. The Council for Road Traffic Safety is headed by the Minister of
Infrastructure and comprised institutions as follows:
 Minister of Internal affairs,
 Minister of Justice, Minister of Health Minister of Education, Science and Technology,
 The General Police Director,
 Minister of European Integration,
 Head of Association of Municipalities and Prime Minister's Office.
Further, with aim to improve the road safety, the MI has established the Task Force Unit for Road
Traffic Safety on 31 August 2018.
In the context of the 2019 Legislative Plan, MI has foreseen the adoption of the AI on the
Management of Road Infrastructure Security, based on the Directive 2008/96 of the Council and
the European Parliament. However, with aim to increase road safety throughout the year 2019,
the MI activities will be focused on raising awareness of children and new users with reflective
clothes when they walk on roads outside lighted areas.
Regarding further approximation of the legal framework in the road transport, the following AI’s
were adopted during this reporting period:
 Administrative Instruction no. 09/ 2018 on amending and supplementing the
administrative instruction no. 21/2017 on holding trainings and seminars in the field of
driving license;
 Administrative Instruction no. 04/2018 on amending and supplementing the
Administrative Instruction Nr. 15/2017 on driving school professional lectures;
 Administrative Instruction no. 05/2018 amending and supplementing of the
administrative instruction no. 20/2017 on licensing driving schools;
administrative instruction no. 11/2017 for trainers in the field of driving license;
administrative instruction (mi) no. 19/2017 on Driver instructor;
 Administrative Instruction no. 01/2018 on vehicle technical control;
 Administrative Instruction no. 02/2018 on determining the conditions and procedures for
vehicle homologation;
 Administrative Instruction no. 03/2018 on VIN number printing; and
 Administrative Instruction no. 10 /2018 on Old-timer vehicles.

With regard to legislative development for 2019, the MI is planning to adopt the following AIs:
 AI on Technical Control on the Road.
 AI on the technical conditions of vehicles for road participation
 AI on control and measurement of gases released from vehicles.
3 Rail transport
3.1 Strengthening the capacity of the railway regulator and ensuring its financial and
operational independence
Having into consideration the investments which are expected to occur in the following years in
railway sector, RRA needs to increase more its budget, in order to be able to successfully
accomplish its legal mandate, which is to supervise and regulate the railway sector in Kosovo.
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3.3 Opening of the market: state-of-play
In Kosovo the rail market is open from a legal point of view as well as in practice. According to
the Law on Railways Nr. 04/L-063 as well as bylaws which are issued in accordance with the
above mention law, set out all criteria and procedures which any undertaking wishing to enter
the rail market must fulfil, being that public or private. Currently in Kosovo’s rail market are
active one Infrastructure Manager, and two Railway Undertakings, one public and one private.
In addition, the five-year (2018-2022) agreement between the MIT and the TRAINKOS public
utility for the compensation of public services in rail transport of train passengers has been
signed
3.4 Implementation of the EU rail safety and interoperability acquis
With regard to implementation of the EU rail safety and interoperability acquis, RRA and MI has
continue adopting sub-legal acts as follows:
 Administrative Instruction No.11/2018 for the investigation of accidents and incidents in
railway transport has been adopted on 8 January 2019;
 Regulation No. 01/2018 for calculating the direct cost has been adopted on March 28
2018;
 Regulation No. 02/2018 on common safety methods for conformity assessment with the
requirements for obtaining railway safety certificates has been adopted on 28 March 2018.
This regulation transpose the EU Regulation No. 1169/2010/EU;
 Regulation No. 03/2018 on Construction, Improvement, Renewal, Conformity
Assessment and Authorization for functionalizing the Rolling Stocks has been adopted on
29 June 2018. This Regulation transposes partially of the EU Directives and Regulations
such as: 2004/49 / EC, 2008/57/EC, 2009/131/EC, 2008/110/EC as well as Regulation
No 402/2013/EU;
 Regulation No 04/2018 on Common Safety Targets (CST) has been adopted on 29 June
2018. This regulation transpose the EU Regulation No. 2010/409/EU;
 Regulation No. 05/2018 on the Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) related
to the Infrastructure subsystem has been adopted on 25 September 2018. This regulation
transposes the EU Regulation No. 1299/2014;
 Regulation No. 06/2018 on the Use of a Common European Format for Safety
Certificates, Application Documents and the Validity of Safety Certificates has been
adopted on 25 June 2018. This regulation transposes the EU regulation no. 653/2007/EC;
 Regulation No.07/2018 on the adoption of a common safety method for assessment of
achievement of safety targets. Adopted on 27 December 2018. This regulation transposes
the EU Decision No. 2009/460/EU; and
 Regulation No.08/2018 concerning the Technical Specification for Interoperability (TSI)
relating to the Operation and Traffic Management (OPE) subsystem has been adopted on
27 December 2018. This regulation transposes the EU Regulation No. 2015/995.

 Drafting of the Administrative Instruction for the licensing of train drivers in railway
transport.
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 Commission Regulation (EU) No 445/2011 on a system of certification of entities in

charge of maintenance for freight wagons;
 Commission Regulation (EU) No 1078/2012 of 16 November 2012 on a common safety
method for monitoring to be applied by railway undertakings, infrastructure managers
after receiving a safety certificate or safety authorization and by entities in charge of
maintenance;
 Commission Regulation (EU) No 1302/2014 concerning a technical specification for
interoperability relating to the ‘rolling stock —locomotives and passenger rolling stock’
subsystem of the rail system in the European Union; and
 Commission Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 concerning the technical specification for
interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — freight wagons’ of the rail
system in the European Union.
3.5 Railway Accident Investigation Body: state-of-play
The Railway Accident Investigation Body is within the framework of Aeronautical Accident and
Incident Investigation Commission (AAIIC), and is totally independent on its organizational
structure, legal structure and decision-making by any infrastructure manager, railway
undertaking, payment body, allocation body and notification bodies such as and by any party of
interest which may be in conflict with the duties entrusted to the investigative body.
Furthermore, it is functionally independent of the National Security Authority and the Railway
Regulatory Authority (Law No. 04/L-063 on Railway Kosovo article 33.2). The investigator for
investigating the railway accidents and incidents is appointed by the Government of Republic of
Kosovo on 3 October 2017. The Investigator's mandate to investigate railway accidents lasts 5
years (with the possibility of extension).
On the other hand, during this period AAIIC has adopted the Regulation on Investigation and
Prevention of Aeronautical Accidents in the Republic of Kosovo, which transpose the Regulation
996/10 of the EU.
In addition, AAIIC has opened a case for investigation in railway that occurred in the village
Dushe, Municipality of Klina on 03 September 2018, where three people were 3 dead and 3 others
were injured. Report of investigations is expected to be published during this year, and will also
contain the necessary recommendations to provide and to send to the Government and
Parliament of the Republic of Kosovo.
Regarding legislative developments, during 2018 MI has initiated the concept document on a
new law for Accident and Incident Investigation on Aviation and Railway.
4 - Air transport
4.1 (i) Compliance with the remaining ECAA Phase 1 requirements including the
implementation of the Directive on working time and state of play for the implementation of
ECAA Phase 2 requirements
On 24 December 2018, Government of Kosovo adopted the Draft Law on Labour which includes
the Directive on Working Time, which should now be addressed by the Parliament. The second
remaining issue, a provision giving the Minister the ability to suspend application of Regulation
261/2004 in extraordinary circumstances, has never been used and will be deleted from the Law
at the first amendment opportunity.
4.2 – Implementation of ECAA Phase 2 requirements – state-of-play
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Kosovo CAA has continued to progressively transpose ECAA Phase 2 requirements beyond the
unofficial ECAA Agreement Annex I. The following ECAA Phase II requirements in the field of
Aviation Safety have been transposed:
 Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1088 of 3 July 2015 amending Regulation (EU) No
1321/2014 as regards alleviations for maintenance procedures for general aviation aircraft
- Transposed through CAA Regulation no 08/2018 on the continuing airworthiness of
aircraft and aeronautical products, parts and appliances, and on the approval of
organisations and personnel involved in these tasks (signed on 28 Sep 2018);
 Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1536 of 16 September 2015 amending Regulation (EU)
No 1321/2014 as regards alignment of rules for continuing airworthiness with Regulation
(EC) No 216/2008, critical maintenance tasks and aircraft continuing airworthiness
monitoring - Transposed through CAA Regulation no 08/2018 on the continuing
airworthiness of aircraft and aeronautical products, parts and appliances, and on the
approval of organisations and personnel involved in these tasks (signed on 28 Sep 2018);
 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1206/2011 of 22 November 2011 laying
down requirements on aircraft identification for surveillance for the single European sky -
Transposed through CAA Regulation no 07/2018 laying down requirements on aircraft
identification for surveillance for the single European sky (signed on 28 Sep 2018).
 Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/4 of 5 January 2016 amending Regulation (EC) No
216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards essential
requirements for environmental protection - Transposed through CAA Regulation no
06/2018 amending CAA Regulation no. 3/2009 as regards essential requirements for
environmental protection (signed on 26 Sep 2018).
Following transposition of Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 on aerodromes, Pristina International

Airport has been issued a converted certificate by the CAA in line with this Regulation on 8
November 2018.
Furthermore, 4 aviation safety legislative pieces will be transposed in 2019:

 Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/363 of 1 March 2017 amending Regulation (EU) No
965/2012 as regards the specific approval of single-engine turbine aeroplane operations at
night or in instrument meteorological conditions and the approval requirements for the
dangerous goods training relating to commercial specialized operations, non-commercial
operations of complex motor-powered aircraft and non-commercial specialized
operations of complex motor-powered aircraft;
 Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2018
on common rules in the field of civil aviation and establishing a European Union
Aviation Safety Agency, and amending Regulations (EC) No 2111/2005, (EC) No
1008/2008, (EU) No 996/2010, (EU) No 376/2014 and Directives 2014/30/EU and
2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council, and repealing Regulations
(EC) No 552/2004 and (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
and Council Regulation (EEC) No 3922/91;
 Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/395 of 13 March 2018 laying down detailed rules for
the operation of balloons pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European
Parliament and of the Council;
 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/1158 amending Regulation (EU) No
452/2014 as regards the deletion of templates for the authorisations issued to third
country operators and for the associated specifications.
The following ECAA Phase II requirements in the field of Air Traffic Management (ATM) have
been transposed:
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down requirements on aircraft identification for surveillance for the single European sky -
Transposed through CAA Regulation no 07/2018 laying down requirements on aircraft
identification for surveillance for the single European sky (signed on 28 Sep 2018).
 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1028/2014 of 26 September 2014
amending Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1207/2011 laying down requirements for
the performance and the interoperability of surveillance for the single European sky -
Transposed through CAA Regulation no 03/2018 laying down requirements for the
performance and the interoperability of surveillance for the single European sky (signed
on 1 Aug 2018).

down requirements for voice channels spacing for the single European as amended by
Commission Implementing Regulations (EU) No 657/2013 and 2017/2160.
 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying
down the common rules of the air and operational provisions regarding services and
procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1035/2011
and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No
1033/2006 and (EU) No 255/2010.
4.3 Other issues – Efforts to join international aviation bodies

Working Arrangements with EASA
On 24th of May 2018, Director General of CAA wrote to EASA’s Executive Director Patrick Ky.
Ky’s response was that it is considering this matter in the scope of new working arrangements to
be discussed with the Western Balkan partners. On 25 January 2019 new Director General CAA
of Kosovo wrote to EASA Executive Director bringing up the open issue of Working
Arrangements between EASA and Kosovo CAA.
Kosovo CAA has continued to address the findings out of the Comprehensive Assessment Visit
to Kosovo on ATM/ANS and ATCO licensing undertaken by EASA auditors on 21-25 November
2016, closing 52 out of 57 as of January 2019.
(ii) Aviation Security-State of Play
The National Civil Aviation Security Training Program for the Republic of Kosovo Revision No.3,
has been singed on 28 December 2018 by MIA.
During the reporting period, the MIA has conducted the following activities:
 The annual work plan is drafted to monitor the activities undertaken by the AVSEC /civil
aviation security authority / inspectors for 2018 such as: inspections, audits, observations,
surveys, interviews, security tests and assessments. These activities derive from the
National Programs as well as the Manual for Civil Aviation Security Inspectors.
In terms of strengthening capacity building, the following activities have been undertaken:
 From 22 till 24 January, Peer review mission on security – Technical Assistance carried
out at Prishtina airport – Republic of Kosova
 In January 2018, two Inspectors attended the workshop OSCE-hosted on the Advanced
Passenger Information System (API)
 From 12 till 16 November 2018, two civil aviation security inspectors attended the
training on Security Management System “SEMs”. The training was held in Rome - Italy
by the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
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 From February 05, 2018 to March 9, 2018, an Inspector participated in the Trainer for
Instructor in KAPS.
4.2 Adoption of the Aviation Strategy
The Strategy for Civil Aviation is under drafting process with technical assistance from TAIEX.
Out of five missions related to this project, four have been completed. Next final TAIEX mission
is expected completed in the first part of 2019. The final draft of the strategy will be prepared by
third quarter of 2019, while the adoption is expected by the end of this year.
Outstanding points on financial assistance (IPA I and II)

MI has made a request for technical assistance through IPA (Multi-beneficiary) to implement
Treaty establishing the Transport Community. As a result, the MI has received the latest action
papers approved by the European Commission under IPA Multi-beneficiary 2019.
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EUROPEAN UNION – REPUBLIC OF KOSOVO

SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORT, ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY AND REGIONAL

Pristina, 14th of March 2019

Legal approximation, institutional policy, legislative alignment and enforcement

With regard to connectivity latest development and progress on connectivity reform

Planned activities for year 2019:

2.3 Kosovo Re power plant (ERA)

2.4. Energy Strategy 2017-2026

2.5 – Compulsory oil stockholding – state-of-play on the adoption of the Law

3. Internal energy market

Planned activities for year 2019:

3.2 - Status of the Regulator

4.2. Renewable sources of energy (RES): situation by sources of energy (request of

5.2. State-of-play on adoption of the secondary legislation (to transpose directive

The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive No 2010/31/EU was transposed partially in

Kosovo Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy project

Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings at the Municipality Level

Kosovo Energy Efficiency Project (KEEP)

 Introduction of EE instruments in municipalities to enable planning and prioritization of

 Enhancing technical and political dialogue on EE:

6- Nuclear Safety and Security

KARPNS staff participated in the project Ref: Europe Aid/136376/DH/SER/Multi/2 on

(ii) Proper and efficient licensing

Concerning licensing, inspection and monitoring of radioactive practices, during the

Planned activities for year 2019

OUTSTANDING POINTS ON FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (IPA I and IPA II)

Planned activities for year 2019

WBIF and other IFIs

 Security and affordability of energy supply;

4. Alignment with and implementation of EU climate acquis; including an update on GHG

Furthermore, a capacity building on national inventory and projections is under implementation

5. Administrative set-up on climate action, including inter-ministerial cooperation and

6. Update on regional co-operation (Regional Implementation of Paris Agreement Project –

REGIONAL POLICY AND COORDINATION OF STRUCTURAL INSTRUMENTS

Moreover, the following Concept Documents have been adopted by Government:

MESP for 2019 has planned to adopt the following:

(iv) Identification of air pollution sources

Moreover, the specific objectives of the Strategy are as follows:

 Professionalize the waste management and recycling sector;

3.3. Illegal dumpsites: state-of-play and measures taken

MESP is supported by SIDA project "Environment, Climate and Resources Management", in

4.2 Real-time water and ground water monitoring system

MESP/KEPA has made investments in hydrometric network of Republic of Kosovo, and

(ii) Preparing the Draft Red book of Fauna

o Engagement of 40 workers for seasonal work in duration of 6 months for silviculture

Table 1: Application of penalties and sanctions

Outstanding points on financial assistance (IPA I and II)

IPA 2019 Programming

IPA 2020 Programming

WBIF (Investment Framework for the Western Balkans)

Regarding progress on connectivity reform measures, the Regional Transport Community's

Implementation of the rail reform strategy

Intelligent Transport System (ITS) deployment on the Core Network

Establishment of functioning maintenance system ensuring no section in poor/very poor

Effective Border Crossing Agreements-

Implementation of Integrated Border Management (IBM) strategy (Implementation of the border

1.2. Progress on Core/comprehensive TEN-T extension projects

R7 Motorway project Implementation (Pristine – Merdare)

Route 6 Prishtinë – Hani i Elezit (Border with Macedonia)

Documents and Evaluations for Civil Works L= 5.0 km (Lot2)

Road N9 sector (Kijevë – Zahaq)

1.3. Enhancing regional connectivity by implementing the prioritized individual public