The Ministry of Economy of Kosovo has officially launched the first competitive auction for wind energy, opening a call for proposals for projects with a total capacity of up to 100 megawatts (MW). Authorities expect the initiative to generate investments exceeding €200 million, marking a major step toward strengthening Kosovo’s energy security and green transition.
During the launch ceremony, officials highlighted that approximately 17 percent of Kosovo’s territory benefits from stable wind conditions, making the country well-positioned for wind power development. Renewable energy was described as both the cleanest and the most economically rational choice for Kosovo.
Rizvanolli: More Domestic Production, Less Dependence on Imports
Acting Minister of Economy Artane Rizvanolli said the auction represents a significant milestone in Kosovo’s energy strategy, as it will boost domestic electricity production and reduce reliance on imports.
“With the publication of the request for proposals, we are moving forward with Kosovo’s first wind auction, a competitive process for up to 100 MW supported by a 15-year incentive scheme,” Rizvanolli said.
She emphasized that wind energy is particularly valuable because its production profile aligns with Kosovo’s energy needs.
“Wind resources help us most during evening hours and cold months, when electricity demand is highest. This is not only clean energy, but energy that directly strengthens our energy security and independence,” she added.
According to Rizvanolli, wind speeds exceed 6 meters per second across 17 percent of the territory, while mountainous areas reach up to 8 meters per second, conditions that are above the European average for wind energy development.
German Embassy: Renewables Are the Smart Economic Choice
The Chargé d’Affaires at the German Embassy in Prishtina, Christian Böttcher, welcomed the launch of the auction, stressing its importance for attracting investment and advancing renewable energy projects.
“Last year’s solar auction proved that competitive processes can deliver strong results. Now we look forward to seeing both solar panels and wind turbines move from planning to construction,” Böttcher said.
He noted that renewable energy is no longer only an environmental necessity but increasingly the most cost-effective option, particularly when health and environmental costs are taken into account—an essential consideration on Kosovo’s path toward EU membership.
Böttcher also underlined the importance of long-term policy clarity, pointing to instruments such as the National Energy and Climate Plan and the Decarbonization Strategy as key tools for providing predictability to investors.
Germany Calls for Political Continuity
With Kosovo’s elections approaching, Böttcher stressed that Germany expects Kosovo’s commitment to the green energy transition to remain strong, regardless of political changes.
“Germany expects Kosovo’s dedication to the green energy transition to remain firm and stable, irrespective of election cycles or governing coalitions,” he said.
Germany, he added, continues to support Kosovo through regional climate partnerships in the Western Balkans, as well as bilateral cooperation in renewable energy, grid modernization, energy efficiency, and policy reforms.
Major Infrastructure Project
The wind energy auction was also described as one of the largest infrastructure projects currently underway in Kosovo by Visar Perani, representative of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for Kosovo and North Macedonia.
