Albania energy storage groundbreaking for new project

4 FAQs about Albania energy storage groundbreaking for new project

Why should Albania invest in sustainable infrastructure?

Caption: Sustainable infrastructure offers great potential for Albania to harness clean energy and energy efficiency, create jobs and boost economic growth. The energy and infrastructure sector is often the economic engine driving a country's journey towards sustainable and inclusive development.

What are the opportunities for solar energy deployment in Albania?

Opportunities for the deployment of solar energy are extensive. Albania's solar insolation is very high throughout most of its territory at more than 1 500 kWh/m2 annually, with peaks of 1 753 kWh/m2 annually, particularly in the western part of the country.

Does Albania have a national energy strategy?

The country also has a National Strategy of Energy, which aims to develop an effective energy sector that guarantees security of energy supply and efficient use of energy. Albania's Ministry of Energy recently launched an auction round for the construction of the country's first large-scale solar plant.

Why is planning important in Albania's energy sector?

Planning is thus crucial in avoiding piecemeal development approaches, ad-hoc decision making, and contradictory investments and development support. Albania's energy sector is guided by its National Energy Sector Strategy 2030, along with the National Renewable Energy Action Plan 2018-2020 and the Gas Master Plan.

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