ALBANIA-EU EEC HOMEPAGE


List of Projects The Albania - EU Energy Efficiency Centre has Implemented
alone or in Partnership with other Organizations

 

No.

Project or Contract Title

Comments

Starting Time

Completion Time

Contract

Code

Budget for EEC

1

"The Establishment of the Albania – EU Energy Efficiency Centre" as a project co-financed by:

·         the Government of the Republic of Albania, and

·         the SYNERGY Programme of DG XVII of the European Commission.

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Implemented by EEC. Establishment of EEC, refurbishment of the premises and implementation of the following sub-projects in the field of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies:

·   Three Seminars on "Rational Use of Energy".

·   Two Training Courses on "Efficient Use of Industrial Boilers" for Industry’s and Hospital’s boiler Operators and Engineers.

·   International Workshop on "Albanian Energy Policy for a Common Future".

·   Energy Surveys and Audits carried out in 2 Private Industrial Enterprises.

·   Awareness Campaign, Seminars and Documentary Film on "Use of Solar Energy for Water Heating".

·   Feasibility Studies on Installation of Solar Water Collectors in 2 Private Enterprises.

·   Publishing the Manual on "Efficient Use of Energy in SME-s".

·   Start of publishing the Newsletter "The Energy in Albania".

Nov. 95

Feb. 97

4.1041/D/95-73

84,600 ECU

2

"Technical Assistance to the Albania – EU Energy Efficiency Centre" as a project financed by SYNERGY Programme of DG XVII of the European Commission

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

NIFES U.K. training of the staff of the Centre and assistance in the implementation of different projects.

1994

1997

4.1041/D/95-74

167,460 ECU

3

"The Inauguration of the Albania – EU Energy Efficiency Centre" as a project co-financed by:

·         the SYNERGY Programme of DG XVII of the European Commission, and

·         KESH – The Albanian Power Corporation.

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Implemented by the Centre and the Albanian National Committee of Energy. Inauguration and workshop with participation of the Albanian Prime Minister, Commissioner Mr. Christos Papoutsis, etc.

Aug. 96

Mar. 97

4.1041/D/96-26

20,990 ECU

4

"Albania – EU Energy Efficiency Centre establishment and energy saving and renewable actions for the year 1997" as a project co-financed by:

·         the Government of the Republic of Albania, and

·         the SYNERGY Programme of DG XVII of the European Commission.

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Implemented by EEC. Continuation of the establishment of EEC and implementation of the following sub-projects in the field of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies:

·   Demonstration Projects of Solar Water Collectors Installation in 2 Model Schools.

·   Energy Surveys and Audits carried out in 3 Enterprises.

·   Awareness Campaign, Seminars with Decision-Makers, and Documentary Film on "Efficient Use of Energy and Non-Payments of Electricity Bills".

·   Preparation of a Project Proposal for the Refurbishment of a Small Hydro Power Plant.

·   Publishing the EEC’s Profile in Albanian and English languages.

Jan. 97

Jul. 98

4.1041/D/96-28

179,410 ECU

5

"Regional Energy Planning Between Albania and North Western Greece"

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Partnership of several Albanian and Greek organizations. Data gathering, preparation of energy data bases, exchange of experience and information, energy audits, energy maps, Information office in Tirana – Albania and Ioanina – Greece, newsletter and leaflet, energy planning, seminars, advice to potential investors; etc.

Nov. 95

Nov. 97

4.1041/94-013

55,000 ECU

6

"Energy Charter Treaty Project"

Project financed in the framework of PHARE Multi-Country Energy Programme.

1995

on

-

-

7

"Twining of Energy Efficiency Organizations"

Project in the framework of PHARE Multi-Country Programme.

 

Establishing the partnership of several Western and Eastern Energy Efficiency Organizations. Experience exchange on project design and implementation. Built up of new connections.

Apr. 97

Mar. 98

No 276910/003

48,700 ECU

8

"Twining of Independent Energy Consultants"

Project financed in the framework of PHARE Multi-Country Programme.

 

Partnership and assistance to new independent energy consultants in developing their expertise.

Aug. 97

Apr. 98

-

12,200 ECU

9

"Energy Efficiency Actions" for the year 1998 as a project co-financed by:

·         the Government of the Republic of Albania, and

·         the SYNERGY programme of DG XVII of the European Commission.

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Implementation of the following sub-projects in the field of Energy Saving and Renewable Energies:

·   Energy Surveys and Audits Programme carried out in 8 Private Industrial Enterprises.

·   Providing assistance to the establishment of New Energy Consultant Groups.

·   Demonstration Projects of Solar Water Collectors Installation in 4 Small Enterprises.

·   Preparation of the New Albanian Building Code.

·   Awareness Campaign, Seminars, TV-Spots, and Documentary Film on "Energy Savings and Electricity Bill Payment".

Jan. 98

Jul. 99

4.1041/D/97-50

119,900 ECU

10

"Heat Supply Legislation"

Project financed in the framework of PHARE Multi-Country Programme.

 

Partnership with other Energy Efficiency Organizations. Tebodin of Netherlands – leader of the team. Analyses of the current situation of the housing sector in the country. Design and proposal of new legislation of heat supply sector.

May 98

Dec. 98

ZZ 95111.02.02

2,000 ECU

11

"EuroREX"

Providing information to INTERNET for the Renewable Energies situation in Albania etc.

1998

on

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-

12

"Global Energy Sustainability Observatory"

Providing information to INTERNET in partnership with Helio International to issues liked with Rio-5 criteria "Is Energy Presently Contributing to Improved Sustainable Development?"

1998

on

-

-

13

"Promoting Efficient Use of Energy and Renewable Energies in Albania" for the year 1999 as a project co-financed by:

·         the Government of the Republic of Albania, and

·         the SYNERGY programme of DG TREN of the European Commission.

Project financed in the framework of SYNERGY Programme.

 

Implementation of the following sub-projects in the field of Efficient Use of Energy and Renewable Energies:

·   International Conference on "Albanian Energy Policy for a Sustainable Economic Development of the Country".

·   Providing advice and assistance to the Albanian Education System.

·   Training Seminar on "Energy Management" for Industry’s Managers and Engineers.

·   Feasibility Studies on Installation of Solar Water Collectors in 3 Private Industrial Enterprises.

·   Awareness Campaign, Seminars, TV-Spots, and Documentary Film on "Efficient Use of Energy, Electricity Bill Payment and Renewable Energies Utilization".

·   Experience Exchange between EEC and other similar European Organizations.

Jan. 00

Dec. 00

4.1041/D/99-044

108,940 EUR

14

"Creation of Educational Material on Innovative Technologies and Management Systems in the Area of Environment, Energy and Safety"

Project financed in the framework of INTERREG - II Programme.

 

This project pertains to the production and evaluation of educational material via the use of multimedia aimed to cover the knowledge need in technologies related to the sectors of Environment, Energy and Safety and respective management systems. The leader of this Project is Aristotle University of Thessalonica - Greece.

Dec. 00

Dec. 01

-

5,400 USD

15

Task Force for the "Albanian Power Sector Reform"

Project financed in the framework of USAID Programme.

 

The aim and objective of this Project is to identify the necessary measures and actions to be undertaken as parts of the Action Plan for the Albanian Power Sector Reform. This Task Force will produce a Draft Power Sector's Strategy and present it to the Albanian Government for approval.

Dec. 00

Aug. 02

-

-

16

"Feasibility Study for Heat and Power - Albania"

Project financed in the framework of UNOPS Programme.

 

The objective of this Project is to enable the Albanian National Agency of Energy (NAE) to take decisions regarding potential pilot projects within DH & CHP and to develop a feasibility study for a potential pilot project in Tirana - Albania. The second objective is capacity building that means enabling NAE to independently undertake similar projects in the future. This Project, implemented in close collaboration with Dansk Energi Management A/S of Denmark, and focused on two sites in Tirana, University Hospital Centre "Mother Teresa" and Student City, consists of:

·   Energy Survey and Audit on Energy and Water Consumption for both Sites.

·   Pre-feasibility Study for both Sites.

·   Selection of the most feasible Site.

·   Review of Possible Financing Sources for the implementation of the Project.

·   Feasibility Study for the selected Site.

·   Tariff Study for Electricity and Heat.

·   Contracting & Implementing Issues.

Feb. 01

Nov. 02

INT/99/R11 – OO ALB 1140

42,550 USD

17

"Population Awareness Campaign about Payment of Electricity Bills, Efficient Use of Energy and Use of Alternative Energy Sources in Albania"

Project co-financed by US Embassy in Tirana.

 

Main specific features of this Campaign are:

·   Selection and training of 10-12 Journalists from the Written and Electronic Media that should become familiar with energy related problems.

·   Organization of two Round Tables with these Journalists.

·   Publication, in different Newspapers, of a series of 4-5 Articles about the energy-related problems.

·   Realization and broadcasting of 3-4 Reports on TV about the energy-related problems.

·   Realization and broadcasting of 2 TV spots, the first for the damages caused to the Power Sector from Misuse of Electricity, and the second for the Promotion of Efficient Use of Energy as well as Promotion of the Alternative Energy Sources Utilization.

·   Realization and distribution of a set of Simple and Comprehensive Posters.

May 01

Jan. 02

SAL60001GR023

26,500 USD

18

"Photovoltaic Use for Water Supply to Rural Areas in Albania"

Project co-financed by UNDP/SGP and OSCE Offices in Tirana.

 

Through the proposed project, EEC aims the achievement of a multiple result:

·   Implement in Albania the First Photovoltaic Systems, which will have a great importance for the dissemination of this environmental friendly technology.

·   Influence the Improvement of Energy Crisis in Albania by giving a new alternative (solar energy) to traditional energy sources.

·   Present a Concrete Example for Solving in a Sustainable Way the severe problem of Electricity and Water Supply to Rural Areas in Albania, which seriously hinders their economic development.

·   Promote the Agricultural Business in Albania this being strongly connected with poverty alleviation in rural areas.

·   Conduct a Public Awareness Campaign and Training Program in order to promote the project to other rural communes in Albania.

Jun. 02

Sept. 03

 (ALB/98/G52) - ALB-02-15

74,800 USD

19

"Municipality Network for Energy and Water Efficiency"

Project financed by USAID Office in Washington / Alliance to Save Energy (ASE).

 

Some of activities under this Project are:

·   Organization of several Training Programs on Energy and Water Management.

·   Contribution to Policy Reform.

·   Preparation of Database.

·   Preparation of Legislative & other Regulation Issues.

·   Project Development; etc.

Nov. 02

Jan. 04

 02-072

60,300 USD

20

"Impact of the Withdrawal of Modern Energy on Urban Poor"

Project financed by the UK Department for International Development (DFID).

 

The Project addresses the problems in the supply of electricity that has arisen recently following the shift to market economy of Eastern European Countries. The project is focused on:

·   Impacts on the Poor of ongoing Electricity Privatization Process.

·   How Urban, Low-income Communities have been affected by Recent Changes since the introduction of Market Economy Policies.

·   Potential Mechanisms and Policies for mitigating these Effects, including options beyond the Power Sector; etc.

Jan. 03

Jun. 04

-

11.750 GBP

21

"Energy Planning and Energy Efficiency in Korça District"

Project financed by UNDP Office in Tirana.

 

The project aims at supporting local level management of energy resources and propose ways of improving energy availability. Some of the activities under this Project are:

·   Evaluation of Energetic Situation in District of Korça.

·   Conduction of Feasibility Studies for the implementation of Energy Efficiency Measures in the Public Buildings Stock.

·   Support for pilot implementation of Energy Efficiency Measures in selected Public Buildings.

·   Providing advice, improving guidance and capacity building in the Energy Planning and Energy Efficiency within the Local Government Level and the Communities.

Jun. 03

Aug. 04

ALB/02/M15

148,000 USD

22

"Issues on Modular PV Systems Implementation – Technical, Economical and Social Aspects"

Project financed in the framework of Greek-Albanian Scientific and Research Cooperation.

 

The main objectives of this Project are to:

·   Demonstrate the Technical Performance, Economic Competitiveness, and Operational Viability of Stand Alone Modular PV Systems for Isolated Private and Public Users.

·   Contribute to the Enhancement of Living and Working Conditions of People in Isolated Areas.

·   Stabilize the Rural Population in these Regions.

·   Bring Important Economical Benefits for Agriculture and SME-s development in Greece and Albania.

Sept. 03

Dec. 04

-

13,600 USD

23

"Thermal Insulation of Buildings Stock – A Way towards Energy Conservation in Albania"

Project financed by USAID Office in Tirana / Alliance to Save Energy (ASE).

 

Main activities under this Project are:

·   Conduction of Several Feasibility Studies on Energy Savings and GHG Emissions Savings through Thermal Insulation of Several Types of Existing Buildings in Different Climate Zones in Albania.

·   Conduction of a Research and Market Survey to Evaluate the Demand in the Country for Installation of Thermal Insulation in Existing Buildings.

·   Organization of a Public Awareness Campaign on the Benefits from Thermal Insulation of Buildings; etc.

Apr. 05

Oct. 06

 05-032

67,000 USD

24

"South East Europe Regional Energy Market Support"

Project financed by USAID Office in Washington / International Resources Group (IRG).

 

Main activities under this Project are:

·   Development of the Methodology to select Representative Demonstration Buildings for Efficiency Measures.

·   Identification and Selection of the Candidate Buildings in same Geographic Zone.

·   Development of the Monitoring and Evaluation Plan.

·   Conduction of the Energy Audits of Selected Buildings to develop baseline Energy and Water Consumption, Estimate and Identify Efficiency Measures to be Installed.

·   Evaluation of the Impact of the Demonstration Program on Energy and Water Consumption and Cost.

·   Evaluation of the Impact of the Demonstration Program on Low-income Population.

·   Development of the Strategy and Program Plan for Ministry to expand Low-income Assistance Program using Unspent Subsidies; etc.

May 05

Jun. 06

4001-Task 02-AEEC

32,500 USD

25

"Renewable Energy Coordinated Development in the Western Balkan Region"

Project financed in the framework of FP6 Programme.

 

Key objectives of this Project are to contribute to the sustainable energy development in the Western Balkan Countries through identification of the best options for RES utilization and technology transfer opportunities, as well as identification of research priorities and areas in the field of RES.

 

Main activities under this Project are:

·   Analysis of the current Energy Situation, Energy Strategy and Policy, Legal Framework, Distribution and Use of RES, and the Macroeconomic Parameters in the Western Balkan Countries.

·   Examination of the EU Member States’ Experience and Achievements in the Research Field related to RES.

·   Identification of the Research and Regulatory Priorities concerning the Realization of the Best Options for RES Utilization.

·   Dissemination of the Conclusions and Recommendations among the Policy Makers, Regulatory Authorities, Stakeholders, NGO and Investment Community; etc.

Jun. 05

May 06

INCO-CT2005-012066

17,720 EUR

26

"Solar Water Heaters - Training of Solar Experts & Professionals and Improvement of Technology & Production"

Project financed by ADA – Austrian Development Agency.

 

Main activities under this Project are:

·   Monitoring the Performance of 4 existing Solar Water Heating Systems.

·   Improvement of the Thermosyphon Systems Concept and Installation of 10 Improved Thermosyphon Demo Systems.

·   Analysis of the Solar Energy Market in Albania.

·   Organization of Solar Training Seminars for Producers, Importers, Plumbers, Planners and Architects, Teachers of Vocational Schools.

·   Improvement of the Curricula of Vocational Schools.

·   Dissemination of Information on the possibilities to utilize the Solar Energy, at Secondary Schools (14-18 years of age).

·   Implementation of a National Quality Labeling Scheme for Solar Water Heating Installations and Components.

·   Conduction of an Awareness and Public Relation Campaign.

Sept. 05

Aug. 08

7881-00/2002

89,400 EUR

27

"Acceleration of the Cost-Competitive Biomass Use for Energy Purposes in the Western Balkan Countries"

Project financed in the framework of FP6 Programme.

 

Key objectives of this Project are to contribute to the sustainable energy development in the Western Balkan Countries through development of cost competitive and environmentally friendly solutions for small and medium scale biomass fuels production, distribution and use in the residential sector and SMEs.

 

Main activities under this Project are:

·   Review of the Residential Heating and Heat Consumption in SMEs.

·   Assessment of the Opportunities for the Production of Wood Chips, Bio-Briquettes and Pellets.

·   Identification of the Optimal Combustion Technologies.

·   Analysis of the Impact of the Expanded Use of Biomass Fuels.

·   Identification of Opportunities to Encourage the Energy Utilization of Biomass.

·   Dissemination of the Conclusions and Recommendations among the Policy Makers, Regulatory Authorities, Stakeholders, NGO and Investment Community; etc.

Jan. 06

Dec. 06

INCO-CT2005-015139

23,445 EUR

28

"Introduction of Low-Cost Energy Efficiency Measures and Interventions in Residential Low-Income Buildings in Elbasani & Tirana Municipalities"

Project financed by USAID Office in Washington / International Resources Group (IRG).

 

Main objective of this Project is the implementation of the recommended low-cost energy efficiency measures and interventions in two low-income buildings in Albania.  The low-cost energy efficiency measures and interventions implemented, in low-income Building No. 105 in Elbasani Municipality and Building No. 84 in Tirana Municipality, include:

·   Caulking and Weather-stripping of existing Windows.

·   Caulking and Weather-stripping of existing Balcony Doors.

·   Caulking and Weather-stripping of existing Apartment Doors.

·   Installation of Energy Efficient Lamps.

Mar. 06

Apr. 06

4001-Task 02-AEEC

9,500 USD

29

"Introduction of Energy Efficiency Measures and Interventions in Residential Low-Income Building in Elbasani Municipality"

Project financed by USAID Office in Washington / International Resources Group (IRG).

 

Main objective of this Project is the implementation of the recommended energy efficiency measures and interventions in one low-income building in Albania.  The energy efficiency measures and interventions implemented in low-income Building No. 624 in Elbasani Municipality include:

·   Introduction of Thermal Insulation of the Outside / External Walls.

·   Replacement of Wooden & Single Glass Windows with Aluminum & Double Glass Windows.

·   Replacement of Wooden & Single Glass Balcony Doors with Aluminum & Double Glass Balcony Doors.

Nov. 06

Jan. 07

4001-Task 03-AEEC

27,275 USD

30

"Installation of Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems for Capacity Building, Technology Demonstration and Research Work at Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania"

Project financed by Spanish Agency for International Cooperation (AECI).

 

This Project aims at increasing the role of education, capacity building and technology demonstration among the young generation as well as the general public.  Main activities under this Project are:

·   Capacity Building / Training Component by Organizing Training Courses at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering.

·   Technology Demonstration / Research Enhancement Component by Installation of a Solar Thermal System and Solar Photovoltaic System, respectively at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering.

·   Advertisement and Promotion of the Solar Energy Utilization in Albania by Organizing a National Awareness Campaign.

Mar. 07

Mar. 08

-

50,000 EUR

31

"Energy Auditing of Albanian Buildings - Capacity Building, Methods and Tools" - Phase 1

Project financed by Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Energy Saving International AS (ENSI).

 

This Project aims at the promotion of the efficient use of energy and energy conservation in Albanian buildings, especially in the health and service sectors, food industry and other types of businesses.  Main activities under this Project are:

·   Preparation of the Beta Key Number Software.

·   Organization of 3-4 Training Sessions on Energy Efficiency in Buildings for about 15 Albanian Experts from Relevant Albanian Institutions.

·   Assistance on Preparation of the National Albanian version of the Key Number Software.

Jun. 07

Jul. 08

-

18,000 EUR

 

32

"Energy Efficiency Planning in Albanian Municipalities - Capacity Building" - Phase 2

Project financed by Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Energy Saving International AS (ENSI).

 

The Norwegian Government is supporting an Energy Efficiency Capacity Building Programme in Albania, and one component of this programme is dedicated to support Awareness Raising and Capacity Building in the Municipal Sector.  This Project aims at contributing to increased awareness about Energy Efficiency possibilities in the Municipal Sector, and to increased knowledge and skills on how to prepare Municipal Energy Efficiency Plans.  Main activities under this Project are:

·   Organization of an Information Seminar on the results from the first year of ENSI activities in Albania, energy efficiency experience from other countries in the region and presentation of the upcoming programme for Albanian municipalities. Interested municipalities will be invited to submit some key figures about their municipality after the seminar.

·   Selection of 6-8 municipalities. 2-3 representatives from each municipality will participate at the workshops.

·   Organization of three Workshops (1,5-2 days each) for the participating municipalities, presenting the following main topics:

 -  Opportunities and barriers for Energy Efficiency (EE) in Albanian Municipalities (including legal framework).

 -  EE measures in Buildings, Street Lighting, Water Utilities, etc.

 -  Utilization of Renewable Energy Sources.

 -  Operation, Maintenance and Management of Municipal Facilities.

 -  Project Financing and Business Planning.

 -  Municipal Energy Efficiency Planning.

Sept. 08

Jul. 09

-

23,000 EUR

 

33

"Workshop for Albanian Business Managers on Energy Efficiency"

Project financed by BAS Program of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).

 

The BAS Programme supports economic transition, by both achieving enterprise change in potentially viable micro, small and medium enterprises (the “MSMEs”) and developing sustainable infrastructures of business advisory services in the EBRD countries of operation.  This Workshop aims at the promotion of the efficient use of energy and energy conservation in Albanian industry, service sector, food industry and other types of businesses.  Main objectives of the Workshop include the following:

·   Provide participants from different enterprises with a general background and information about the importance of energy efficiency.  They will become familiar with experience from other enterprises that have benefited from better energy management.

·   Provide knowledge and assistance to the enterprises on the techniques used to reduce their energy costs by using existing technology and management methods.

·   Enable the enterprises to make better use of their budgets and become more competitive in the market.  In many cases, this will make a significant contribution to the chances of survival of high energy consuming enterprises.

Dec. 08

Feb. 09

BAS-ALB-08-182/EBSF-2008-09-19/03

5,900 EUR

34

"Municipal Energy Efficiency Planning (MEEP) Program"

Project financed by USAID Office in Tirana / Local Governance Program in Albania (LGPA), ARD, Inc.

 

Under the LGPA, ARD, Inc. is administering a grant program targeting nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and associations, to fund activities that assist grantees to overcome constraints to achieving project objectives at the municipal level and act as seed money for setting up business improvement districts, business incubators, or similar economic development activity. The MEEP program implemented by ENSI - Norway introduces principles of Municipal Energy Efficiency Planning and Capacity Building to municipal staff members. It is comprised of 3 Training Sessions and of intensive home assignments for the participants after each session. Main activities under this Project are:

·   Assistance with Homework - EEC will support 4 Municipalities participating in the ENSI's MEEP program during the training process, mainly by assisting with their homework assignments.

·   Concept Paper - EEC will assist 4 Municipalities with reviewing and finalizing their MEEP Concept Paper and with the presentation to the Municipal Council.

·   Pilot Energy Surveys & Audits - In order to quantify energy saving potential and to demonstrate the energy survey & audit process, 2 Pilot Energy Surveys & Audits will be implemented by EEC in two cities selected in coordination with LGPA for 2 buildings.

Feb. 09

Jun. 09

FOG Agreement No. 11

22,550 USD

35

"Alliance for Energy Efficiency and Renewables"

Project financed by USAID Office in Washington / International Resources Group (IRG).

 

The IRG Team is implementing a 3-year project for USAID entitled Regional Energy Security and Market Development.  The scope of IRG efforts includes South East Europe and the observer countries of Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia.  The project comprises 5 main tasks, with overlapping and complementary activities.  Under Task 4: Regional Energy Efficiency Action, the main activities under this Project are:

·   Preparation of Albanian National Energy Efficiency Action Plan for Buildings.

·   Supporting Development Secondary Legislation on Energy Efficiency such as Energy Survey & Auditing, Energy Labeling Building Code Enforcement Mechanisms.

·   Cooperation with the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Telecommunication.

·   Investment Project Development.

Mar. 09

Dec. 09

4006-004-Task 07-EEC

22,000 USD

36

"Energy Efficiency and Renewables - Supporting Policies in Local Level for Energy (ENER SUPPLY)"

Project financed in the framework of South East Europe Transnational Cooperation Programme (SEE).

 

In South East Europe the introduction of innovative processes characterized by the transfer, experimentation and consolidation of know-how related to the use and production of energy following a good planning and employing the appropriate management methods is a way to improve the energy balance.  The aim of the ENER-SUPPLY project is to assist the local territories towards this direction through the enhanced use of renewable energy sources (RES) and the implementation of Energy Efficiency (EE) measures. This aim will be achieved by:

·   Transfer of legal and technical knowledge from the experienced partners from EU MSs to the local level of the target SEE countries, through the implementation of a “train of the trainers” course and 9 training courses addressed to Local Institutions.

·   Experimentation of good practices in the management of the energy resources (by public and private organizations) inside the existing economic systems through introducing the concept of Energy Managements Systems (EMS) and testing and evaluate the implementation of an EMS in 9 local territories.

·   Development of the territories by setting a chart of the opportunities for EE and RES investments:

 -  RES Potential Maps and EE/RES feasibility studies will be developed.

 -  Potential financial resources will be defined.

 -  The final results will be promoted to potential investors.

 

The project will be accompanied by information campaigns directed to the key target groups in each territory and with a wide dissemination action to give prominence to the results in order to support the transferability.  The Partners (Pts) are organizations with long experience in energy (EE and/or RES) and with complementary skills.

Apr. 09

Mar. 12

SEE/A/037/

2.4/X

51,700 EUR

37

"Co-Financing Scheme for Implementing Solar Thermal Water Systems in Residential Buildings in Albanian Municipalities"

Project co-financed by Hellenic AID / Centre for Renewable Energy Sources (CRES) and Albanian Municipalities.

 

Within the framework of the Hellenic Aid/USAID SYNENERGY project, the Centre for Renewable Energy Sources (CRES) aims at implementing pilot projects to 4-5 participating municipalities in Albania.  On the basis of that, the objective is to create a Co-financing Scheme for promoting the use of solar thermal systems for heating water in the municipal buildings of Albania.  This co-financing scheme will be targeted to ease the financial burden of the end-users in purchasing and installing such solar systems.  Further, this will positively impact their energy bills and strengthen the proliferation of solar thermal systems to the wider public.  Albania-EU Energy Efficiency Center (EEC) will be responsible for supporting a municipality or several municipalities in which the co-financing scheme will be implemented.  In addition, the role of EEC will be to:

·   Evaluate in collaboration with CRES the applications and inform the successful applicants of the conditions and procedures for claiming the co-financing.

·   Monitor and encourage the respond of the suppliers to install the systems.

·   Check the performance of the solar water heating systems after their installation.

·   Evaluate the energy saving from the solar water heating installations.

·   Assist municipality in solving procedural and organizational problems.

Sept. 09

Dec. 10

 

10,000 EUR

38

"Energy Efficiency Planning in Albanian Municipalities - Capacity Building" - Phase 3

Project financed by Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Energy Saving International AS (ENSI).

 

The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs commissioned ENSI - Energy Saving International to implement the programme on “Energy Auditing of Albanian Buildings - Capacity Building, Methods and Tools”.  Phase 1 and Phase 2 have been completed and funding has been provided for implementation of Phase 3 - continuation of Municipal Energy Efficiency Planning in Albania.  The Municipal Energy Efficiency Planning (MEEP) Program is designed to be implemented in two Stages.  The MEEP Program is aiming to increase the awareness about energy efficiency possibilities in the municipal sector, as well as to increase the knowledge and skills on how to prepare Municipal Energy Efficiency Plans.  The Stage 2 of MEEP Program will include the following main activities:

·   Organizing of three Training Sessions (1,5-2 days each) for the 5 participating municipalities.

·   Preparing and translating the updated MEEP Manual.

·   Preparing Guidelines for Energy Efficiency in new Albanian buildings;

·   Support of Municipal Specialists in preparing MEEP.

·   Development of two Energy Audits in two different cities.  EEC will develop the energy audits according to the methodology for which training and tools were provided by ENSI.

·   Support of Municipal Specialists in presenting MEEP to their City Councils.

Dec. 09

Jul. 10

-

28,000 EUR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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