ContourGlobal gets support to build new coal power plant in Kosovo

Kosovo Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj said Tuesday the U.S. power company ContourGlobal will proceed with plans to build a 500 megawatt (MW) coal-fired plant in Kosovo. In October 2018 the World Bank confirmed that they will not support a coal power plant in Kosovo because it would use coal rather than renewable fuels.

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EU Pressure Mounts Over Albania’s Environment Laws, But MPs Block Repeal Efforts

The European Commission this week urged Albania’s premier to repeal controversial amendments to environmental and investment legislation in order to conserve nature and wildlife – but in parliament, the ruling majority is blocking opposition initiatives to achieve this. Original post Here

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Karakaçi: Albania joins Europe’s new civil aviation governance structure

Infrastructure and Energy Minister Enea Karakaçi presented a bill to ratify the Convention on the Bureau of the European Civil Aviation Conference. He said the agreement will allow Albania to join a new European civil aviation governance structure. The convention will strengthen Albania’s representation in international aviation forums. It will …

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Rama: New Saranda Welcome Center improves mobility and services for tourists

Prime Minister Edi Rama presented the new Saranda Welcome Center at the Port of SarandaThe new facility aims to improve the visitor experience and make movement around the city easier. It serves as a modern gateway for passengers and tourists. The center offers parking for cars and tourist buses. It …