PROJECT NAME:

Mitrovica and Gjilan Wastewater Treatment Plants and Sewerage Network Extension and Rehabilitation

SECTOR:

Water

PROJECT VALUE:

EUR 9.85mill from EU through WBIF for investments

DURATION:

01.02.2023 - 30.04.2026.

IMPLEMENTING PARTNER:

EBRD

DIRECT BENEFICIARY:

Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning Ministry of Economy; Regional Water Company ”Mitrovica”, Regional Water Company ”Hidromorava”

COVERAGE/IMPACT:

Municipality of Mitrovica and Municipality of Gjilan

OVERALL OBJECTIVE:

Construction of wastewater collection and treatment infrastructure to improve the water quality in the rivers and prevent degradation of environmental resources downstream.

PROJECT PURPOSES:

Construction of WWTPs in Mitrovica & Gjilan, thus taking the sewerage away from the urban areas and prevent discharge of raw sewerage into rivers and their tributaries by providing wastewater treatment.

ACTIVITIES:

Activities under these investments include: - Preparation of works tender dossier - Contracting of works - Supervision of construction - Training of staff for operation and maintenance etc.

RESULTS:

- WWTPs in Mitrovica and Gjilan put into operation; - Protection of surface and underground water quality; - Ensuring safe drinking water for citizens; - Protection of aquatic flora and fauna (aquatic ecosystem); - Minimisation of pollution and polluting effects in relation to border states.