EU for Circular Economy and Green Growth – Waste Infrastructure in Albania

EU for Circular Economy and Green Growth – Waste Infrastructure in Albania

 

Project Value 19,000,000.00 €
Project Status Ongoing
Sectors
Municipality
Implementing Partners

French Development Agency (AFD)

EU Contribution
19,000,000.00 €
Project Timeline
02.10.2023-01.10.2028

Overall Objective

To help reduce the environmental and health impact of solid waste in Gjirokastra/South Vlora and Kukës waste areas.

Summary of the Project

The project will help reduce the environmental and health impact of solid waste in Gjirokastra/South Vlora and Kukës waste areas and improve the living conditions of 190,000 inhabitants in these regions.

Activities

The activities related to increased infrastructure capacities supporting circular economy and green growth, resource efficiency, recycling and reuse include studies, investments in terms of works and supply of equipment, technical assistance to support municipalities and their utility companies in managing the new infrastructure, as well as public campaigns and awareness raising.

Expected Results

  • Infrastructure capacities supporting circular economy and green growth, resource efficiency, recycling and reuse is increased at regional level.
  • Regional (zone) waste management systems and related infrastructure) facilities are supported to operate fully in line with circular economy.
Project Reference Number IPA/2023/445-262