# Kosovo energy transition and environmental initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kosovo-energy-transition-and-environmental-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-01T12:38:47.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Kosovo is advancing initiatives to support its energy transition and environmental policy through community engagement and institutional development. In Prizren, the ‘Green Horizons’ project hosted a training session titled ‘Advocacy in Inclusive Environmental Policies and Green Transition’. The program targeted youth, activists, and educators to strengthen skills in climate change advocacy, energy efficiency, and circular economy processes. Building on these efforts, Prime Minister Albin Kurti announced plans to establish a National Energy Research Institute. Proposed to be located at the Innovation and Training Park in Prizren, the institute aims to provide institutional continuity and foster research and innovation. Developed with technical support from the German government via GIZ, the facility is intended to serve as a hub for engineers and researchers to assist in strategic planning for future energy infrastructure. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-01: Kosovo announces plans for National Energy Research Institute Kosovo plans to establish a National Energy Research Institute in Prizren to support energy transition research and ensure institutional continuity, with technical support from Germany. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kosovo-announces-plans-for-national-energy-research-institute ### 2026-08-22: Prizren hosts training on green transition and environmental advocacy A training program in Prizren focused on empowering youth and civil society to advocate for inclusive environmental policies and the green transition in Northern Kosovo. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prizren-hosts-training-on-green-transition-and-environmental-advocacy --- Cite as: Kosovo energy transition and environmental initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kosovo-energy-transition-and-environmental-initiatives