Vlora Power Plant | KESH

Vlora Power Plant

TEC Vlora, with a capacity of 97 MW, was completed in October 2011. The construction of this plant was driven by the country’s need to expand production sources, particularly thermal energy, to reduce dependence on hydropower-based electricity generation and increase energy independence. Part of the “Strategic Plan for Socio-Economic Development 2002” was the development of the energy sector, considering that domestic production at that time was around 3500 GWh per year, with an import demand of 800-1000 GWh per year. Under these circumstances, in addition to developing the transmission system and improving the distribution network, domestic production needed to be increased. Increasing domestic production involved expanding private hydropower plants (private HPPs) and boosting energy production facilities independent of hydropower. In cases of energy shortages, more than two-thirds of businesses relied on diesel generators as a backup energy source. This TEC is efficient under peak load conditions and during periods of low rainfall.

The project was financed by the Albanian Power Corporation (KESH sh.a), the World Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the European Investment Bank (EIB). The project’s value was 130 million euros.

 

Project Objective

 

The project’s goal is to guarantee the fulfillment of electricity supply demands, ensure efficiency in its supply and usage, achieve financial effectiveness in the private production sector, and increase energy production from thermal plants to cover part of the domestic base load demand. This allows for more efficient use of hydropower to meet peak domestic demand and facilitates energy exchanges of the base load with other regional energy systems.

The project involved the construction of a combined-cycle power station powered by distilled oil on a six-hectare site located approximately six kilometers north of Vlora, near a coastal oil storage terminal. The plant was designed to allow future use with natural gas. The engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for the 97 MW plant was signed in late February 2007 between KESH and the Italian company “Tecnimont.”

Currently, civil works and equipment installation have been completed, and the TEC is in a state of preservation maintained by TEC Vlora staff.

Due to a defect that occurred in January 2012 in the water pipeline, which is used for turbine cooling, the power plant is not operational.

KESH sh.a. is implementing a plan to restore the plant to operation. One of the main steps is selecting a consulting company to analyze the causes of the defect and design a new water pipeline system from the sea, which will be used for turbine cooling.

Performance of the Vlora Power Plant
Unit
Guaranteed Value
Maximum Achieved Value
Absolute Deviation
Relative Deviation in %
Guarantee
Net energy output
kW
97‘170
101‘374.6
+64204.6
+4.32
Yes
Net thermal energy
kJ/kWh
7‘490
7’084.4
-405.6
-5.41
Yes
The Vlora Power Plant has been built according to all international standards and regulations, with strict adherence to all environmental gas emission parameters.
Emission of Pollutant Gases
Unit
Guarantee Value (base load/min load)
Measured Value (normal load/minimum load)
Guarantee
NOx(@ 15% vol.
mg/Nm3
120 / 120
66.85 / 104.72
yes
CO (NOx(@ 15% vol. O2 dry)
mg/Nm3
100 / 100
2.36 / 3.77
yes
PM10(@ 3% vol. O2 dry)
mg/Nm3
50 / 50
0.120 / 1.378 (measured in 2010)
yes
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Floating Power Plant (FPP)
SENA
Drin Cascade
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Koman HPP
Vau i Dejës HPP
Qyrsaq Photovoltaic Plant
Skavica HPP

Contacts

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Address

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Report on environmental indicators monitoring at HEC Vau i Dejës, HEC Koman, and HEC Fierza.

To fulfill point 3.1 “Environmental Monitoring” of the ESAP (Environmental and Social Action Plan) under the agreement signed between KESH sh.a. and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the monitoring of environmental indicators at KESH’s production units was carried out by the Environmental Monitoring Center, based on contract 3630/10 dated 24/10/2022 for the monitoring of environmental indicators at the three production units of KESH.

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Environmental Calendar 2025

Time Period DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
Quarter I
26 January
World Environmental Education Day – Promotes education and awareness for environmental conservation.
14 February
International Energy Efficiency Day – Focuses on energy conservation and renewable resources
28 February - 2 March
World Sustainable Energy Days - These days promote awareness of the importance of using renewable energy sources and encourage sustainable practices in energy production and consumption.
05 March
World Energy Efficiency Day - This day aims to raise awareness about the benefits of green energy production and efficient use of energy to reduce environmental impact.
22 March
International Water Day - Raising awareness about the importance of conserving and sustainably managing water resources, which are essential for energy production and ecosystems.
Quarter II
22 April
Earth Day - A day to promote environmental protection and the sustainable use of natural resources, including energy
15 June
World Wind Day – Promotes the use of wind energy as a sustainable source.
Quarter III
4 July
Day Against the Use of Plastic Bags - Campaign to reduce the use of plastic and promote more sustainable alternatives, positively impacting the environment and the energy sector.
21 September
Zero Emissions Day - Encouraging actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote clean technologies in energy production and consumption.
Quarter IV
6 October
World Habitat Day - Raising awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats and the impact of energy development on them.
11 October
World Hydropower Day - A day to recognize the role of hydropower in renewable energy production and sustainable management of water resources.
24 November
International Arbor Day - Promoting tree planting to improve air quality and contribute to balancing carbon emissions.

Emergency Preparedness Plans

Based on Law No. 8681, dated 02.11.2000 “On the Design, Construction, Use, and Maintenance of Dams and Reservoirs,” Law No. 8756, dated 26.03.2001 “On Civil Emergencies,” and Decision No. 147, dated 18.03.2004, KESH sh.a. has developed Emergency Preparedness Plans in accordance with the regulations for dam safety, Article 28, approved by Decision No. 147, dated 18.03.2004.

These plans were developed in collaboration with local and international experts (GNF, Spain) and in compliance with the recommendations of ICOLD and international standards.

The Emergency Preparedness Plans include:

  1. Technical Reports along with their respective annexes.
  2. Organizational schemes for emergency actions in 4 possible scenarios.
  3. Flood maps that could occur in the Drin-Buna watershed area during the operation of the HECs of the Drin River cascade (Fierza, Koman, and Vau i Dejës) or damage to their dams.

Furthermore, with the technical assistance of GIZ, flood zone maps have also been prepared for cases of full dam releases with a recurrence once in 100 years and once in 1,000 years. These maps, in accordance with the regulations for dam safety and reservoirs, have been prepared at a scale of 1:25,000.

The Emergency Preparedness Plans elaborate and define for each possible emergency scenario (due to the operation and management of the HECs of the Drin River cascade under large inflow conditions, earthquakes, or possible dam failures), the duties and organizational schemes for timely notification by the institutions involved in the civil emergency response and management process.

Code of Ethics

The code of ethics of KESH sh.a. is an integral part of the company’s general work regulations and represents a comprehensive summary of the values and principles that should guide the daily work of KESH staff. This code requires employees working at KESH sh.a. to adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior, in accordance with values of integrity, impartiality, and prudence.

Employees of KESH sh.a. are encouraged to work with passion and professionalism to achieve the highest and most sustainable results. They must act with integrity throughout their official activities and avoid any behavior that might present the employees or KESH in a negative light.

KESH, with its democratic and professional character and its respect for diversity, directs its staff to act with tolerance, sensitivity, respect, and impartiality towards the culture and profession of others, who may not share the same views. For KESH staff, integrity should be understood as synonymous with honesty, correctness, fairness, and loyalty to their work and the institution.

On the other hand, KESH responds to any abusive behavior, which would be considered offensive to the environment or specific individuals. KESH employees must fulfill their duties competently and impartially, applying high professional standards in performing their tasks and taking responsibility for the materials they prepare.

Health and Safety

The responsibilities of the Albanian Power Corporation (KESH) for occupational health and safety are in compliance with state regulations and norms established in the Technical Safety and Operation Regulation for Electrical Plants, Equipment, and Installations. In accordance with this regulation, KESH has made its own provisions within its organizational structure, integrating the relevant functions at both the Central and Production Unit levels.

The objective of the occupational health and safety management system is to increase the safety of employees in the workplace and to protect the health and well-being of both employees and other individuals (the public) who may be exposed to the risks associated with the activities of the Albanian Power Corporation.

The main risks to which KESH employees working directly in electricity generation plants are exposed include mainly electrical shocks, explosions from pressurized equipment, falls from heights, exposure to chemical, biological, and carcinogenic substances, noise, mechanical vibrations, electrostatic fields, ionizing and optical radiation, etc.

The Technical Safety and Health Protection Regulation stipulates:

  • Risk assessment and taking necessary measures (tools and competent staff) to train employees in work safety and protection, including the provision of qualified first aid and transport to the nearest hospital center.
  • Ensuring the availability of work tools, equipment, and protective clothing for employees (certified according to safety IP standards) and ensuring appropriate conditions in the workplace (ventilation, heating, sufficient lighting, furnishings, etc.).
  • Preparation and installation of signage to inform employees about maintaining health and safety at work.
  • Providing employees with accident insurance at work, including road accidents when traveling to the workplace, and for those affected by occupational diseases.
  • Recording and reporting workplace accidents, professional diseases, and dangerous situations that may occur.
  • Assessing the risk of employee injury from hazardous substances and placing warning signs and applying the relevant regulations recommended by their suppliers.

While the knowledge and implementation of technical safety and health regulations at work is a permanent duty of KESH employees, the management of the Occupational Health and Safety System also involves continuous improvement and increasingly qualified service to employees in line with current requirements.

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