A Review of the Electrical Energy Sector in Albania and Kosovo

The present paper describes the current situation of the electrical energy sector in Albania and Kosovo, introducing the main existing generating facilities, and their most important features and characteristics. The most important projects for new generating facilities are discussed, with their relevance described for both countries. The importance of cooperation between the two countries is analysed and intraday load profiles are depicted, showing why the two energy systems would greatly complement each other. The paper concludes by briefly considering a possible merger of the two generating utility companies.