Kosovo: Preparing for Future Growth

Time: 16:30 - 16:50

Date: 24 September 2024

Synopsis

Following the announcement in 2022 that Kosovo was going to begin building its first battery energy storage system (150MW/200MWh), this will provide relief to the energy crisis by stabilising the fluctuating frequency of electricity and help integrate other renewable assets onto the grid. With the grant for this project provided by the Millenium Challenge Corporation, a US Foreign Aid agency, hear from them as they showcase how Kosovo is preparing for future deployment of BESS systems.

  • What does Kosovo need?
  • Latest plans two auctions for battery energy storage projects with 170 MW total
  • How does energy storage enable resilience in Kosovo?

Speaker

  • Burim Hashani Deputy Executive Director for Programs a - MCA-Kosovo
  • Jonathan Saiger Senior Operations Advisor, Energy - Millennium Challenge Corporation

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