I NSTRUMENT FOR P RE - ACCESSION A SSISTANCE (IPA II)

2014-2020

KOSOVO*
Kosovo A Decommissioning
and Feasibility Study on
Kosovo B TPP

Action Summary

The main objective of this activity is to support the Government's

institutions and other relevant stakeholders and established
mechanisms (three working groups and the KEK unit on the
decommissioning process) in the preparations for the
decommissioning and dismantling process of facilities in TPP
Kosovo A and for the study on Kosovo B.

*This designation is without prejudice to positions on status, and is in line with UNSCR 1244/1999 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo
declaration of independence.
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 Action Identification
Programme Title 2014 Annual Action Programme for Kosovo
Action Title Kosovo A Decommissioning and Feasibility Study on Kosovo B

Action Reference IPA 2014 /032355 / Kosovo/Kosovo A Decommissioning and

Feasibility Study on Kosovo B
Sector Information
IPA Sector Energy
DAC Sector 23040
Budget
Total cost EUR 3 million
(VAT excluded)1
EU contribution EUR 3 million
Management and Implementation
Method of implementation Direct Management
Direct management: European Union Office in Kosovo
EU Delegation in charge

Implementation European Union Office in Kosovo

responsibilities

Location
Zone benefiting from the Kosovo
action
Specific implementation Municipality of Obiliq/Obilić, KEK –Kosovo A & B Thermal Power
area(s) Plants
Timeline
Deadline for conclusion of 31 December 2014
the Financing Agreement
Contracting deadline 3 years following the date of conclusion of Financing Agreement
End of operational 6 years following the date of conclusion of Financing Agreement
implementation period

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The total action cost should be net of VAT and/or of other taxes. Should this not be the case, clearly indicate the amount of VAT and the
reasons why it is considered eligible.
1. RATIONALE

PROBLEM AND STAKEHOLDER ANALYSIS

Today, power generation in Kosovo consists of two lignite fired thermal power plants. The nominal
installed generation capacity is 1,478 MW (five units of Kosovo A TPP and two units of Kosovo B
TPP). On average, however, only around 915MW are available due to poor maintenance over the last
two decades. In addition to these two TPPs, Kosovo Energy Corporation KEK is purchasing power
from a hydroelectric power plant (HPP) in Ujman/Gazivoda with a total net capacity of 32 MW, and
three small HPPs in Lumbardhi/Kozhnjer (8 MW), Dikanc (0.94 MW), Radavc (0.84 MW) and
Burimi (0.8 MW). Currently, 97% of the total generation capacity comes from the two TPPs, while
hydropower accounts for only 3%.
The installed capacities are sufficient to meet Kosovo’s average demand, which is growing about 4%
per year. However, due to inadequate maintenance and cancelling of major investments for the
existing TPPs between 1988 and 2000, the reliability and the net output of the generating units,
especially of Kosovo A TPP, are very low. The three currently functional units of Kosovo A TPP (A3,
A4, and A5) can produce annually around 2,185 GWh of electricity. Considering the technical and
operational status of the units and the related repairs that have been performed recently, A3, A4 and
A5 units could operate until the entry into production of the new TPP "Kosova e Re".
The site of TPP Kosovo A also includes gasification and fertilizer plants which are no longer
operational and which represent an environmental hazard due to potentially hazardous chemicals still
contained in materials remaining in pipes and in equipment located on the premises. This pollution
affects the health of men and women who work there.
The site of the gasification plant is part of a large industrial complex operated by the Kosovo Energy
Corporation JSC. It is located within the municipality of Obiliq/Obilić, approximately 10 km
eastwards from the city of Pristina.
People living near the lignite coal plants and power plants in Obiliq/Obilić municipality have reported
higher instances of pulmonary diseases. Poorer people who cannot afford to relocate suffer from
health-related conditions. Women and children who remain in their homes located near these plants
during the day may be at greater risk of illness than men who work away from the area.
An initial feasibility study and conceptual project for the clean-up and disposal of hazardous and non-
hazardous products and waste stored in parts of the tanks and containers of the gasification plant
located on the premises of the Kosovo A Thermal Power Plant (TPP) was carried out in 2009. The
Environmental Impact Assessment study was subsequently carried out between 2009 and 2010 and the
study for clean-up works took place between 2011 and 2012.
The extension of the scope of works of the clean-up was defined by the funds made available by the
Dutch Government and the World Bank, and focused on the characterisation, on-site treatment and
final disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals which are stored in the tanks and facilities of
the plant such as: approx. 1,199 tons of liquid with High Organic Content, approx. 20 tons of Solvent,
approx. 36 tons of organic material for separation of phenols from water, around 3,583 tons of silt tar,
around 194 tons of tar condensate, approx. 35 tons of silt from the tanks and approx. 42 tons of
deposited silt.
What is still missing is the clean-up of the underground tank B5 in the gasification plant. This tank is
planned to be treated in 2014.
A preliminary soil characterisation campaign was also carried out in order to identify and quantify the
potential presence of soil contamination.
A detailed study for the remediation and dismantling of the gasification equipment is still required. It
should include the characterisation of the waste products, design of the equipment for the dismantling
works and the design of a soil and groundwater characterisation campaign to complete what has
already been started, but needs to be further analysed in more detail including the elaboration of a cost
estimate. Additional characterisation work of the site is also to be included.

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The location of TPP Kosovo A also contains a disused heat plant which produced technological steam.
The production capacity of the heat plant was about 1 million tonnes of steam per year. The heat plant
has three boilers. Boilers K (1) and K (2) have terminated their steam production and are out of
operation since 20 years and, therefore, in very poor condition. Steam Boiler K (3) is out of operation
since 2005. This boiler also faces significant technical problems.
The heat plant has two installed turbines with a capacity of 16 MWh and 25 MWh. The 16 MWh
capacity turbine is not operational since 20 years, and therefore cannot be further used for safe and
reliable operation. The 25 MWh turbine has not been in operation since 2005 and is facing technical
problems because of lack of repairs. In general, these facilities are in a condition which doesn’t allow
them to operate in compliance with technical and environment standards.
Until now no study (including necessary cost benefit calculations) was undertaken on the existing
district heating equipment and facilities.
Kosovo B Power Plant consists of two units with an installed capacity of 339MW each and it
commissioned in 1983-84.
Given the need to meet the environmental standards, the TPP Kosovo B requires a feasibility study to
determine the level of environmental pollution from emissions and discharges of industrial
wastewater, and to determine the processes and technology required to reduce all emissions and to
recycle the industrial waters and other waste coming out from the plant. TPP Kosovo B must have all
necessary paperwork regarding the scale and technology necessary for such environmental
improvements, to ensure that it has the basis for the procurement and contracting of necessary services
and works for such investments.
In order to meet these objectives, a study must be carried out in order to produce the following:
¾ An assessment of the level of contamination by dust and gaseous emissions, technological
measures and the level of the investment required to reduce such emissions.
¾ An assessment of the volume and content of discharged wastewater and technological
measures and level of investment required for the processing and recycling of such
wastewater.
¾ An assessment of the remaining useful lifetime of the pipeline system and integral steam pipe
system with all relevant technical and financial investment recommendations for the steam
boiler.
¾ An assessment of the remaining useful lifetime of the condensation equipment, water cooling
system, water supply system and 6.3kV electrical equipment, technological measures and the
level of required investment to rehabilitate te condensation equipment, water cooling, water
supply and 6.3kV electrical equipment..
¾ Other necessary assessment related to the remaining part of the plant that is important for safe
and reliable operation of the power plant until the end of its lifetime.
Additional investment will be needed for TPP Kosovo B to comply with European emission standards,
especially with the Directive on industrial emissions 2010/75/EU. The current level of dust emissions
according to KEK own measurements in Kosovo power plant is approx. 665mg/Nm3 while it should
be under 20 mg/Nm3 (allowed values). Average quantity of SO2 emissions is 678 mg/Nm3, and it
shouldn’t be higher than 200 mg/Nm3 (allowed values). Average quantity of NOx emissions is 835
mg/Nm3 and it shouldn’t be higher than 200 mg/Nm3 (allowed values).
The studies to be produced under the umbrella of this action will form the basis for the refurbishment
of both Kosovo B units and the sustainable generation of electricity in Kosovo, in order to improve the
living conditions of its citizens.
The affected stakeholders are the citizens of Pristina district and in particular municipalities of
Obiliq/Obilic and Fushë Kosova/Kosovo Polje.

RELEVANCE WITH THE IPA II STRATEGY PAPER (OR MULTI-COUNTRY STRATEGY PAPER) AND
OTHER KEY REFERENCES

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Security of supply, promotion of investments in the sector, environmental protection and further
development of the energy market are the main strategic goals of the new EU Strategy on Energy. A
number of important objectives derive from these goals, including the so-called 20% - 20% - 20%
target. Kosovo’s aim is to approach the EU by considering the EU energy acquis. This requires
Kosovo to implement the EU 20-20-20 targets which require by 2020: A reduction of greenhouse
emissions by 20%, an increase of the share of renewable energy in energy consumption by 20%, and a
20% increase in energy efficiency.
This action will contribute toward the reduction of environmental impacts of the energy sector in
Kosovo by providing technical assistance for the decommissioning of Kosovo A power plant and for
the improvement of environmental, operational and technical aspects of the operation of TPP Kosovo
B. As such, this action is in line with the strategic objectives of the Kosovo Country Strategy Paper
2014 – 2020, strategic objectives of Kosovo's energy sector strategy and policies on environmental
protection from energy sector activities presented in the Energy Strategy of the Energy Community.

SECTOR APPROACH ASSESSMENT

Kosovo has established the basic institutions in the energy sector, including the Ministry of Economic
Development, the Energy Regulatory Office and the Independent Commission for Mines and
Minerals. Key energy enterprises in the sector are: Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK), Kosovo
Electricity System, Transmission and Market Operator (KOSTT), Kosovo Electricity Distribution and
Supply Company (KEDS), Central Heating Utility (Termokos, Gjakova, Mitrovica and Zvecan),
Hydropower Plants (HP) Ujmani, Lumbardhi, Radavci, Dikanci and Burimi.
Kosovo has developed a considerable number of laws and other bylaws regulating the energy sector.
Laws are mainly drafted in accordance with the EU energy acquis.
As Kosovo is an ECT contracting party, it has adopted policies for the development of the energy
sector on the basis of obligations arising from ECT. An important role in this regard lies with the
treatment of environmental impact of the power plants and remedy measures to be undertaken in order
to reduce the GHG emissions to the limit values set in the Directive on large combustion plants and in
the Directive on industrial emissions. Part of the activity to decommission the whole Kosovo A power
plant is the decommissioning process of gasification and fertilizer plants, district heating and other
facilities, the dismantling of which does not prevent the normal operation of active TPP Kosovo A
units, and carrying out of the feasibility study for TPP Kosovo B.
The main document which sets the energy sector development policies in Kosovo is the Energy
Strategy 2009-2018. The final draft Strategy 2013-2022 is currently under review. The Heating
Strategy 2011-2018, the National Action Plan for Renewable Energy Sources 2011-2022 and the
National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (NEEAP) 2010-2018 are all developed on the basis of this
key policy document for the energy sector.
As part of obligations under the Energy Community Treaty, Kosovo is committed to comply with the
EU environmental acquis, including:
(i) Council Directive 85/337/EEC of 27 June 1985 on the assessment of the effects of certain public
and private projects on the environment, as amended by Council Directive 97/11/EC and
Directive 2003/35/EC
(ii) Council Directive 1999/32/EC relating to a reduction in the sulphur content of certain liquid
fuels and amending Directive 93/12/EEC to be implemented by end of 2011.
(iii) Directive 2001/80/EC on the limitation of emissions of certain pollutants into the air from large
combustion plants (LCPD), to be implemented by end of 2017.
(iv) Article 4(2) of Directive 79/409/EEC on the conservation of wild birds to be implemented on the
entry into force of the Treaty.
Three working groups for decommissioning have been established by the Government of Kosovo on
19 December 2013. Their task is to coordinate activities with relevant institutions and closely monitor
the implementation of the decommissioning process. In order improve the coordination of activities
related to the process, the Kosovo Energy Corporation (KEK) has established a separate department

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which will cooperate with the working groups and the experts of this action that are expected to be
engaged in the process of decommissioning of the facilities and equipment in the compound of
Kosovo A power plant.
Activities for the implementation of this action will be focused on the implementation of the
Government decision on the decommissioning and dismantling of facilities that are at the site of TPP
Kosovo A, but which do not prevent the normal operation of units producing electricity, including
gasification, fertiliser plants, heating and other facilities, as well as the implementation of the
feasibility study on TPP Kosovo B.
The action, planned to be carried out under the IPA 2 framework, on the decommissioning and
feasibility study for TPP Kosovo B, is in full compliance with the policies established in the Energy
Strategy and the Country Strategy Paper for Kosovo 2014-2020. All activities, from the planning stage
and up to the implementation and monitoring of the completion of the action, will be implemented in
close cooperation with the EU Office in Kosovo.

LESSONS LEARNED AND LINK TO PREVIOUS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

In the past ten years, many studies have been funded by the European Union, and various consultants
have been appointed to identify problems in the energy sector and propose solutions that will improve
and develop this sector in future. As part of studies conducted, the technical, economic and social
issues have been addressed as well.

Although some studies and analyses have already been performed, (Study for Decommissioning of
Kosovo-A Power Plant, March 2010; Kosovo A Power Plant Decommissioning Study Workforce
Redevelopment to Minimise Negative Socio-Economic Impact, 2010; Further support on Kosovo A
TPP decommissioning process, November 2012; Clean Up of a Gasification Plant Site -Site
Investigations, Feasibility Study, Conceptual Design and Environmental Management Plan August 14,
2009), there is a need for additional studies and analyses on certain areas of this process, especially on
the area of the environmental pollution and its mitigation.

Considering the complexity of the processes that need to be analysed, the appointed experts should
have extensive experience in these fields and all relevant trainings on the decommissioning process
must be provided in order to ensure that in future Kosovo will have all necessary capacities to
implement and develop similar decommissioning and dismantling processes of major energy plants
and facilities.

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2. INTERVENTION LOGIC

LOGICAL FRAMEWORK MATRIX

OVERALL OBJECTIVE
OBJECTIVELY VERIFIABLE SOURCES OF
INDICATORS (OVI) VERIFICATION
To support the energy sector in Kosovo in ensuring compliance with the The EU Directive for large combustion Annual European
requirements of the Energy Community Treaty. plants and the EU Directive for industrial Commission Progress
emissions are implemented in the existing Reports for Kosovo.
power plants Kosovo A and Kosovo B. European Partnership Action
Reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Plan.
¾ CO2 reduction by approx. 1 million ton Energy Strategy.
by 2018; Study report “Further Support
¾ Other pollutants reduction by approx. for the Decommissioning
30% by 2018. Process” – Financed by EU in
2012.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE
OBJECTIVELY VERIFIABLE SOURCES OF ASSUMPTIONS
INDICATORS (OVI) VERIFICATION
To improve the environment, to support the Government of Kosovo and Completed studies and other documents WG Annual Reports on the Continued Government
other stakeholders in relation to the decommissioning process and the necessary for the dismantling process. Decommissioning Process. support to the established
feasibility study for TPP Kosovo B, to strengthen institutional capacities. mechanisms for the
Professional capacities associated with the Different reports prepared by
decommissioning process are improved. KEK including monthly and Decommissioning Process.
annual reports from Kosovo Contracting of specialised
B TPP. companies for such activities
Contractors’ Reports. will significantly impact the
quality of the implementation
action.
Provision of sufficient funds
to implement the
recommendations and
measures deriving from such
activities.

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 Government and KEK will
allocate sufficient resources
to timely and correctly
implement the action.
RESULTS
OBJECTIVELY VERIFIABLE SOURCES OF ASSUMPTIONS
INDICATORS (OVI) VERIFICATION
Results for the decommissioning process of Kosovo A TPP: OVI for the decommissioning process of Regular progress and other Continue of the
Kosovo A TPP: reports of the contractor(s).Government's and KEK
¾ Professional capacities are built.
support to the mechanisms
¾ Legal framework for the Regular quarterly reports of
¾ Manual on the legal procedures for the decommissioning process is established for the
decommissioning process is completed the Working Groups.
prepared. decommissioning process.
and harmonised with the acquis on
Different KEK reports related KEK continues in making
¾ Procedure for requiring permits relevant for the decommissioning environment as required in the Energy
to Kosovo B TPP production available all necessary data
process is defined. Community Treaty.
and other operational details. and details relevant for a
¾ The study on the decommissioning of facilities is performed. ¾ The required permits including the proper implementation of the
procedures relevant for the activities.
¾ The detailed work and security plans for the dismantling of facilities decommissioning process are defined.
are prepared. Continue of the
¾ Feasibility study on the Government's support to
¾ The Tender Dossier for dismantling and cleanup of the location with decommissioning process and the improve the security of the
all other relevant documentation required for the tender are prepared. manual on the legal procedures are power production and
¾ Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Report (ESIA) and completed and delivered. pollution from Kos B TPP.
other required reports for the facilities to be decommissioned are ¾ Dismantling plan of facilities and
prepared and submitted. addressing the related social impact,
¾ The project for the construction of the landfill for the waste generated including the security plan is
by the decommissioning process is designed. completed and submitted.
¾ Infrastructure and terrain adjustment projects after the dismantling is OVI for the feasibility study on Kosovo B
completed. TPP:
¾ Supervision of the implementation of the dismantling process is ¾ The actual pollution and contamination
completed. level from Kos B TPP is defined.
Results for the feasibility study on Kosovo B TPP: ¾ The financial and technological
measures for revitalisation of Kosovo
¾ Study on technological, operational and financial measures to reduce B units are defined.
the environmental pollution from TPP Kosovo B is completed.

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¾ Study on the remaining operation lifetime of the units and the
technical, financial and technological measures for the revitalisation
of TPP Kosovo B units is completed.
ACTIVITIES MEANS OVERALL COST
ASSUMPTIONS
Activities for the decommissioning process of Kosovo A power plant: These activities will be completed through EUR 3 million in total, with The Beneficiary/MED and
All necessary services to support the process of the decommissioning of two services contracts that will include two main components: KEK allocate sufficient
Kosovo A TPP (but not limited to) such as: professional capacity building, necessary Technical support to the professional staff to the
studies and preparation of the tender dossier decommissioning process of activities of the action
¾ Analysis of the existing legislation and drafting the necessary legal
and the supervision of the implementation Kosovo A TPP regarding the
amendments for implementation of the decommissioning process.
of concrete decommissioning works. decommissioning process
¾ Preparation of the manual for relevant legal procedures for the Feasibility Study on Kosovo and the feasibility study for
decommissioning process, to serve also for the decommissioning of B TPP Kos B TPP.
other large industrial facilities.
KEK allocate sufficient
¾ Prepare the necessary documentation to obtain environmental
professional stuff during the
permits, dismantling permits, permits for the export of hazardous
supervision of the
waste.
dismantling works.
¾ Carry out of the feasibility study for the decommissioning and
dismantling of facilities which will contain all necessary components Relevant EU Office staff
and analyses, including costs and the work plan for the mobilised for the action
implementation of the decommissioning. monitoring.
¾ Drafting of a detailed plan for the dismantling of facilities and
treatment of workers after the decommissioning process, including a
detailed security plan.
¾ Preparation of Tender Dossier for the dismantling and clean-up of the
location.
¾ Preparation of the study for EIA for the facilities and equipment that
will be decommissioned.
¾ Preparation of the project for the construction of a landfill facility for
the waste generated from the decommissioning process.
¾ Preparation of the project infrastructure and regulation of the terrain
after the decommissioning is performed.
¾ Supervision of the dismantling and the entire process of the
decommissioning of non-functional facilities and equipment in the
location of Kosovo A TPP.

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Activities for the feasibility study of Kosovo B power plant:
All necessary assessments and services needed for the preparation of the
Feasibility Study on Kosovo B TPP in terms of (but not limited to):
¾ Collection of data and parameters needed for the study, analysis of
appropriate environmental technologies and proposal for technical
and financial resources to achieve the objectives.

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ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTION
The decommissioning and dismantling process under this activity will initially be carried out in
accordance with the Government Decision No. 04/156 and will focus on the gasification and fertilizer
plant facilities, heat plant and a few other facilities at the Kosovo A power plant site. The
decommissioning of these facilities will not have any impact on the operation of the electricity
generating Kosovo A power plant units. The feasibility study for Kosovo B will provide opportunities
for the necessary technical and environmental investment in Kosovo B, for the revitalisation of units in
the period 2017-2018.
The benefits of these studies will be that they will form the basis for the implementation of two major
power generation and environmental projects in Kosovo in order to fulfil the environmental
requirements of EU Directives.
Kosovo will benefit from the professional experience gained during the implementation of the
proposed action, clean environment in the affected areas and will also actively participate in the
implementation of the environmental standards under the ECT and relevant EU directives. In parallel,
the implementation of this action will allow the EU to support the implementation of its environment
policies and will create opportunities to use such developments to generate further jobs and economic
development.
The decommissioning process of the gasification and fertilizer plants, heat plant and other facilities at
the location of TPP Kosovo A must be developed initially through the preparation of studies and
technical documentation and training of the staff involved in the preparation and implementation of
the action. Following that, the dismantling of equipment can take place.
Various options for the clean-up of demolished areas and the removal of material and debris should be
explored in the studies including the filling of construction pits with recycled construction materials.
Furthermore, the treatment of residuals (concrete, brick etc.) should preferably take place in a specific
location that uses mobile crushing and recycling equipment, but also in a location where potential
usable materials could be deposited (e.g. ash landfill or coal exploitation field assuming that sufficient
space is available). In addition, appropriate security measures should be applied when dismantling all
technical equipment and facilities. These include rules for safe dismantling, in accordance with
environmental and health protection standards, fire protection measures and measures to prevent
unauthorized entry on site.
The above indicated issues should be considered during the preparation of the proposed studies and
other documents necessary for the decommissioning of gasification and fertilizer plants, heat plant and
other facilities on location of the Kosovo A power plant.
Security measures for the clean-up activities include the following:
¾ Suspension, disconnection and dismantling of all installations (including water, heat,
electricity, compressed air, fuel, etc.)
¾ Emptying and cleaning of components found in installations and equipment (tanks, various
caches, etc.) and disposal of residual materials, such as fuels, lubricants, chemicals, etc.
¾ Implementation of measures to avoid fire or explosion possible outbreaks of dangerous
substances,
Most appropriate modes and routes for the actions, and specific standards in order to prepare these
measures will be selected.
The drafting of the feasibility study for TPP Kosovo B will produce a technical and financial overview
of investments necessary to meet the environmental criteria and documentation necessary for
investments regarding the revitalisation of equipment and systems of Kosovo B units important for
safe and reliable operation until the end of their life time.
Contractors with appropriate expertise and experience in drafting of these documents will be engaged.
The pool of experts engaged on this action shall include (but will not be limited to) environmental

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experts, experts in lignite-fired power plant technologies, metal-structure demolitions, etc. In addition,
economic experts who can provide economic justification for the investments needed to revitalise the
units will also be engaged.

3. IMPLEMENTATION ARRANGEMENTS

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Main stakeholders responsible for the implementation of these activities are the Ministry of Economic
Development and KEK, as the main beneficiaries of the action. Other institutions will also be
involved, relative to the scope of their engagement, including: Ministry of Environment and Social
Planning (MESP), Ministry of European Integrations (MEI), Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare
(MLSW), Ministry of Finance (MF) and the Energy Regulator Office.
Office of the European Union in Kosovo will play an important role cooperating with local institutions
and other mechanisms established for the implementation of this action. Other mechanisms which will
be included in this process are: three inter-institutional working groups established by the Government
of Kosovo for the decommissioning process, KEK Decommissioning Unit, Kosovo A and Kosovo B
TPPs. The municipality of Obiliq/Obilic will also be involved, as the action will be implemented on
the territory of this municipality.

IMPLEMENTATION METHOD(S) AND TYPE(S) OF FINANCING

The method to be used for the implementation of the action will be through the joint work of experts
and EU institutions in Kosovo. Type of financing will be in the form of technical assistance from the
EU funds through IPA 2014.
The implementation duration of the action is expected to be 36 months.

4. PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT

METHODOLOGY FOR MONITORING (AND EVALUATION)

Monitoring of the action (also from a gender point of view) will be performed on the basis of EU and
European Commission procedures for monitoring. The action may be evaluated at the interim or ex-
post stages.
The action will be monitored and possibly evaluated by the following:
¾ Regular reports produced by the Working Groups regarding the progress of the
decommissioning Process,
¾ Regular reports produced by KEK regarding the progress of the decommissioning Process and
feasibility study for Kosovo B,
¾ Regular progress reports produced by the Contractor,
¾ Commission's regular progress report on Kosovo,
¾ Government's reports on the implementation of the EU Partnership/Action plan for Energy
¾ MED's action plan on the decommissioning process,
¾ Monitoring reports prepared by the Energy Community Secretariat (for the European
Commission and Ministerial Council of the Energy Community),
¾ Different reports and data relevant to the decommissioning process and feasibility study on
Kosovo B published on the web site of MED, KEK etc.
¾ MESP reports on environmental issues related to the decommissioning process,
¾ Conclusions of STM meetings,
¾ Other reports and documents relevant for the decommissioning process of Kosovo A TPP.

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INDICATOR MEASUREMENT

Indicator Description Baseline Last available Milestone 2017 Target Source of information
(2014) (2014) 2020

Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Meeting Energy Community CO2: approx. CO2: approx. CO2: approx. CO2: approx. 2nd National Energy
(GHG) Treaty requirements related to 7,1 million 7,1 million 6,1 million 7,6 million Efficiency Action Plan.
environmental acquis (Large ton/year ton/year ton/year ton/year
• CO2 reduction by approx. Energy Community
Combustion Plants Directive and
1 million ton by 2018; Other pollutants: implementation report for
Industrial Emissions Directive).
Other pollutants Other pollutants approx. 27,000 Other pollutants: Kosovo.
• Other pollutants reduction (SOx, NOx, (SOx, NOx, ton/year approx. 22,000
by approx. 30% by 2018 Note: The CO2 emissions
Dust): approx. Dust): approx. ton/year
forecast for 2020 is higher
(Overall objective) 38000 ton/year 38000 ton/year (including new
than in 2017 because of the
power plant) r
new coal fired power plant
expected to be operational
by 2020 upon
decommissioning of Kosovo
A units, whereas other
pollutants form the new
power plant will be
significantly lower due to
compliance with Industrial
Emissions Directive.

Action outcome indicator 1 Completed studies and other N/A N/A Indicatively 90% 100% of the WG Annual Reports on the
(Specific objective) documents necessary for the of the Action Action Plan Decommissioning Process,
dismantling process. Plan implemented different reports prepared by
implemented power company/KEK and
the contractors’ reports.
Action outcome indicator 2 Professional capacities associated N/A N/A Indicatively 90% 100% improved WG Annual Reports on the
(Specific objective) with the decommissioning of the Action professional Decommissioning Process,
process are improved. Plan capacities. and the contractors’ reports.
implemented

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5. CROSS-CUTTING ISSUES

ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE (AND IF RELEVANT DISASTER RESILIENCE)

With regard to the environment, this is one of the target sectors of the proposed intervention. All
environmental laws, regulations and directives that are in force in Kosovo and that are directly linked to
the action in question are taken into account in designing the action proposal. The Law on
Environmental Protection, Law on Air Protection, Law on Environmental Impact Assessment, the Law
on Waste, etc. the decommissioning process of Kosovo A and the retrofit of Kosovo B plant to comply
with ECT requirements will contribute to improvement of the air quality and reducing the soil and
underground waters pollution in Pristina district and in particular in Obiliq/Obilic and Fushe
Kosova/Kosovo Polje municipalities.

ENGAGEMENT WITH CIVIL SOCIETY (AND IF RELEVANT OTHER NON-STATE STAKEHOLDERS)

Discussion with the civil society has taken place throughout the drafting process of the energy strategy.
The implementation process of the action will also include the community located in the vicinity and the
civil society, through the public discussions and campaigns to be developed. It will enable an easier
access to public discussions, reviewing and taking into account comments and suggestions from the
community where TPP Kosovo A and B are located. The media will also be part of the activity, which
will inform the public on the implementation of the action. All activities will be implemented as per the
Kosovo Law in close cooperation with the related Municipalities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND GENDER MAINSTREAMING

The Government is fully committed to a policy of equal opportunity. The design and the implementation
of the action will be transparent. All necessary steps will be considered to ensure the equal participation
of men and women. It is important to mention that the partner the Government and KEK as a beneficiary
are also particularly sensitive to equal opportunity and gender related issues both in the form of specific
focus in some of the investments supported and through mainstreaming and impact assessment
approaches in the supported actions.

MINORITIES AND VULNERABLE GROUPS

In all activities during the design and implementation of action, necessary steps will be taken to ensure
that the rights of minorities and vulnerable groups are properly taken into account.

6. SUSTAINABILITY
The implementation of these activities that are comprised of two components, represent a good basis
for the implantation of major energy and environmental projects in Kosovo with the aim of fulfilling
the environmental criteria in line with relevant EU Directives.
Related to the decommissioning process, Kosovo will benefit from a professional technical assistance,
the implementation of the action will result in a cleaner environment and the action will also
contribute to the implementation of the ECT and EU environmental standards. This will lay the
foundations for future actions that would clear the area from buildings and facilities that are no longer
in use and which pollute the environment, in part due to hazardous materials used.
The cleared area may be designated for other purposes creating new employment and business
development opportunities. The implementation of the study on TPP Kosovo B will create an
opportunity to adequately plan investments into the improvement of environmental standards and
technologies which will essentially improve the stability and security of electricity generation. In
addition, the action is supporting the implementation of EU environmental and energy policies
contributing to long-term sustainable economic and social development.

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7. COMMUNICATION AND VISIBILITY
Communication with all relevant stakeholders, the local community and civil society will be done
through the organisation of workshops, by presenting data on the implementation of the action in the
media and on the websites of the Ministry for Economic Development and KEK.
Communication and visibility will be given high importance during the implementation of the Action.
The implementation of the communication activities shall be the responsibility of the beneficiary, and
shall be funded from the amounts allocated to the Action.
The EU Office in Kosovo has developed clear visibility guidelines and ensures that all projects which
are implemented in Kosovo are fully in line with these guidelines. The visibility of this action is also
clearly stipulated in all contractual documents whereby the contractors/implementers are obliged to
adhere to all EU visibility requirements, as stipulated in the Communication and Visibility Manual for
EU External Actions.
Visibility and communication actions shall demonstrate how the intervention contributes to the agreed
objectives of the programme and the accession process. Actions shall be aimed at strengthening
general public awareness and support of interventions financed and the objectives pursued. The
actions shall aim at highlighting to the relevant target audiences the added value and impact of the
EU's interventions. Visibility actions should also promote transparency and accountability on the use
of funds.
It is the responsibility of the beneficiary to keep the EU Office fully informed of the planning and
implementation of the specific visibility and communication activities.
The beneficiary shall report on its visibility and communication actions in the report submitted to the
IPA monitoring committee and the sectoral monitoring committees.

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