Chamber of Architects established to strengthen the profession and support the energy transition

For the first time in Kosovo, a Chamber of Architects was established just weeks after creating the Chamber of Engineers. These milestones mark significant progress in Kosovo’s energy transition and the sustainable development of its construction sector. 

The Chamber’s establishment was supported by the Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, which is implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, with funding from the Luxembourg government. This initiative was facilitated through Kosovo’s Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure (MESPI). 

The new body aims to strengthen the professional framework for architects, aligning Kosovo with regional and European Union standards. By fostering equal opportunities and enhancing professional integrity, the Chamber will contribute to a more sustainable and regulated construction industry. 

The Chamber’s primary objective is to establish a robust legal and professional framework prioritising public health, safety, and environmental protection. Regulating the profession will be crucial to advancing energy efficiency practices in Kosovo. 

Additionally, the Chamber will support the implementation of energy performance standards for buildings, an initiative backed by the project, in collaboration with the Kosovo Energy Efficiency Fund and MESPI. With a strong focus on professional development and sustainability, the Chamber is set to become a key institution in Kosovo’s efforts to enhance energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. 

Both the Chamber of Architects and the Chamber of Engineers are essential to modernizing the energy consumption of Kosovo’s building sector, which accounts for more than one-third of the country's total energy use. 

The Energy transition and climate mitigation in Kosovo project, funded by the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and implemented by LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency, promotes the adoption of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources as part of Kosovo’s transition to clean energy.