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Mar62018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

Continuing frequency deviation in EU Power System originated from Serbia/Kosovo

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Continuing frequency deviation in EU Power System originated from Serbia/Kosovo [Press Release] Continuing frequency deviation in the Continental European Power System originating in Serbia/Kosovo: Political solution urgently needed in addition to technical Published: 06/03/2018 Brussels The Continental European (CE) Power System -a large synchronized area stretching from Spain to Turkey and from Poland to Netherlands; encompassing 25 countries- is experiencing a continuous system frequency deviation from the mean value of 50 Hz, and this since mid of January 2018. The power deviations are originating from the control area called Serbia, Macedonia, Montenegro (SMM block) and specifically Kosovo and Serbia. The power deviations have led to a slight decrease in the electric frequency average. This average frequency deviation, that has never happened in any similar way in the CE Power system,…

Mar52018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

A sustainable energy model in the Western Balkans

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A sustainable energy model in the Western Balkans By Lucia Sconosciuto 27 Feb 2018 Achieving greater energy security is high on the agenda of many countries. As self-reliance is not always an option in many countries where the EBRD invests, its strategy is to advocate for greater energy efficiency and diversification of energy sources, with a great focus on renewables, open markets and adequate infrastructure. In the Western Balkans, investments and assistance with policy reform are part of the EBRD’s toolkit to increase the sustainability of the energy sector. But what are the barriers to fully integrated regional markets in this region? This topic was debated at the Western Balkans Investment Summit held at the EBRD’s Headquarters in London yesterday by a panel of experts including government representatives, private sector pioneers and other energy-related international…

Mar52018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

Romania: Uber goes electric and launches UberGREEN

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Romania: Uber goes electric and launches UberGREEN Last updated Feb 28, 2018 Bucharest is the first city in the CEE where Uber ridesharing company launched UberGREEN, a service that provides 100 percent electric cars. According to a press release, Bucharest is also one of the few in Europe where Uber offers a green mobility option as in Paris, London, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Porto and Zurich. “We believe the future of transportation is electric, shared and autonomous, but there is still a long way ahead. The purpose of this pilot is to make electric cars available to more people than ever before in Bucharest and to encourage the development of electric transportation. We cannot do it alone – we want to develop partnership with authorities, carmakers and other players from the energy field…

Mar42018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

Soft connectivity and the Western Balkans

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Soft connectivity and the Western Balkans By Bojana Gajic 27 Feb 2018 Boosting integration and infrastructure in the region Soft connectivity and deepening economic integration between the six countries in the Western Balkans dominated the agenda of yesterday’s third Western Balkans Investment Summit. From the opening speech by EBRD President Sir Suma Chakrabarti to the remarks from the six Prime Ministers to the panel on “Soft Connectivity Agenda for the Western Balkans” the topic was a recurring theme of the event. Investment in transport and energy systems, as a driver of growth and jobs creation have been a priority for European policymakers ever since the leaders of the six Western Balkans countries first met at the EBRD in 2014. However, it was clear that physical infrastructure on its own would not deliver desired results. Similarly important is implementing soft…

Mar32018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

Varta supplies high-performance battery for space mission

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Varta supplies high-performance battery for space mission 2/24/18, 11:04 AM - Varta is providing key components for the next mission on the ISS. The battery solution specially qualified for the mission in orbit with the quality confirmed by aerospace experts in a year-long test procedure. Varta Varta is providing a battery solution for the next mission on the ISS. In a few weeks, a shuttle with equipment for a new mission in space will launch to the International Space Station (ISS). On board will be a lithium-ion polymer battery from Varta Storage. This is already the second time Varta batteries have gone into space. After all, it was a Varta battery that provided the energy in Neil Armstrong’s camera when he became the first human to set foot on the…

Mar22018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

The Status Quo of PPPs in Albania

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The Status Quo of PPPs in Albania Published on February 28, 2018 David Baxter International Development Navigation and PPP Advisory Services - infrastructure Sustainability and Resiliency Strategist [caption id="attachment_20117" align="alignnone" width="600"] PublicDomainPictures / Pixabay[/caption] Introduction Last week I was the facilitator of a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) workshop that was held in Tirana, Albania. The invitation only workshop was attended by over 40 senior public-sector officials and executive level representatives of the private and banking sector. The purpose of the workshop was to engage the public and private sector in an interactive discussion on the current status of PPPs and the path forward for the next few years. Albania has an interesting history and the quixotical architecture of the city which includes a superimposition of historic Ottoman, Italian Fascist, and Stalinist architecture,…

Mar12018 by Dr Lorenc GordaniNo Comments

EBRD open Call on Capacity Building of the new Albanian Transmission System Operator

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EBRD open Call on Capacity Building of the new Albanian Transmission System Operator The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will provide technical assistance to the newly established Albgaz Sh.a. for capacity building for its legal and regulatory function. Albgaz, the natural gas Transmission System Operator (TSO) for Albania, was established in January 2017 and is responsible for the operation, development and maintenance of the country’s gas transmission, distribution, storage, and LNG infrastructure. Albania does not have a significant natural gas production and is currently not connected with any of the regional natural gas networks. The upcoming Trans-Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) is expected to be a cornerstone of Albania’s gasification. The assignment will consist of two phases. The Assignment is expected to start in May and has an estimated overall…