FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Innovative Practices in Environmental Protection |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.1 Economic development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Comitato di Coordinamento delle Organizzazioni per il Servizio Volontario – MK Lead Partner: Destination Management Organization (DMO) – AL Partners: Municipality Resen, MK; Public Institution National Park Galicica, MK; Municipality Liqenas, AL; Transborder Wildlife AL; University “Fan S. Noli, Korce, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection |
Action location/s | The area of Prespa Lake between Resen, Liqenas and Korce, encompassing Galicica and Prespa |
Project aim & Objective: | Support to sustainable environmental management of natural resources and pilot practices for improvement of the treatment and quality of water in Prespa Lake Basin and Korce region. Natural system for waste water collection and treatment. |
Results: | Established sustainable and innovative small scale Reed Beds Techniques as natural system for waste water collection and treatment in the villages Grncari/Podmocani and Gorica; Supported actions for sustainable agriculture and rational use of pesticides and fertilizers to reduce the impact of agricultural practices to the Prespa Lake Basin ecosystem; Implemented trainings, educational activities and promotion of comprehensive awareness campaign related to environmental issues. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 181,990.15 |
Initiative to Enhance Public Dialog on Sustainable Use of Energy
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Initiative to Enhance Public Dialog on Sustainable Use of Energy |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Academy of Political Studies, AL
Lead Partner: Center for Research and Policy Making, MK |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection, Energy Efficiency |
Action location/s | AL –Korca, Pogradec
MK – Bitola, Kicevo |
Project aim & Objective: | To create the ground and conditions for effective use of energy at local level through increased understanding and cooperation among local government units, business community, public and other relevant stakeholders. |
Results: | Increased capacities of 4 municipaties and other local stakeholders on EE issues and across borders; Platforms for Actions Established among local stakeholders and across borders; Established a long-term dialogue among all local stakeholders on EE issues and its implementation at local level; Increased awareness of all local stakeholders on EE issues and its implementation. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 78,812.54 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 108,468.91 |
Increasing energy efficiency and utilization of renewable energy sources in the cross-border region
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Increasing energy efficiency and utilization of renewable energy sources in the cross-border region |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Macedonian Center for Energy Efficiency, MK
Lead Partner: Albania-EU Energy Efficiency Center, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection, Energy Efficiency |
Action location/s | AL – Korca Region
MK – Southwest Region |
Project aim & Objective: | Determining and increasing the utilization of Renewable Energy Sources and the Energy Efficiency in the cross-border region. Improving the living and working conditions; Reducing energy poverty, decreasing the CO2 pollution in the cross-border region and preservation of the natural resources. |
Results: | Raised awareness of the general population: Built capacity of the local administration: determined potential for utilization of renewable energy sources and implementation of energy efficiency measures. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 71,115.00 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 77,915.77 |
Improvement of national and natural park management in the cross-border area
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Improvement of national and natural park management in the cross-border area |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Public Institution National Park “Mavrovo”, MK Lead Partner: Albanian Local Capacity Development Foundation, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection of national and natural parks |
Action location/s | AL – National Park Lura and Natural Park Korab-Koritnik
MK – National Parks Mavrovo and Pelister |
Project aim & Objective: | Contribution to sustainable environmental development by improvement of protection, management and promotion of natural habitats in the cross-border area between Macedonia and Albania. Enhanced protection of national and natural parks in the CB areas between MK and AL. |
Results: | Introduced up-to-date management of national and natural parks in the cross-border area between Macedonia and Albania. Increased awareness on protection of national and natural parks in the cross-border area between Macedonia and Albania. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 203,335.98 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 216,862.28 |
Improvement of business cooperation in the cross-border area
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Improvement of business cooperation in the cross-border area |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.1 Economic development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Macedonian Chambers of Commerce, (MK)
Lead Partner: Institute for Contemporary Studies, (AL) |
Sector of intervention: | Business promotion |
Action location/s | AL – Korça Region
MK – Polog region |
Project aim & Objective: | Support to increasing business cooperation in the CB area between through introducing CB business support platform, increased lobbying & advocacy for improvement of business environment in the cross-border area, promotion of B2B opportunities and cooperation in the cross-border area. |
Results: | Introduced cross-border business support platform; Increased lobbying & advocacy for improvement of business environment in the cross-border area; Promoted B2B opportunities and cooperation in the cross-border area. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 20 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 181,124.00 |
Green schools, cleaner environment, Healthier life
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Green schools, cleaner environment, Healthier life |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Biologist of Albania, AL
Lead Partner: Civil Association OXO, MK |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection; Energy, waste and water |
Action location/s | AL – Regions of Pogradec and Korca
MK – Regions of Struga, Ohrid, Bitola and Pelagonia |
Project aim & Objective: | Improved environmental education of student’s in16 primary and secondary schools in bordering areas between AL and MK, through improved curricula that equips students with better skills in addressing practical environmental problems. |
Results: | Improved curricula on environmental issues related to energy, waste and water in 16 schools in Albania and Macedonia; |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 93,253.00 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 114,830.26 |
From Trash to Cash: Sustainable Development and Economic Empowerment of Informal Waste Collectors through waste recycling in the Cross-Border Region of AL and MK
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | From Trash to Cash: Sustainable Development and Economic Empowerment of Informal Waste Collectors through waste recycling in the Cross-Border Region of AL and MK |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: MDC TI Net., MK
Lead Partner: Dorcas Aid International Albania, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection; Employment |
Action location/s | AL – Municipalities of Korca, Pogradec (District of Korca)
MK –Struga and Ohrid (southwest region) |
Project aim & Objective: | Establishing effective and economically viable model of recycling in the cross-border region; Income generation and employment for informal waste collectors- establishing recycling yards and enable formal, safe and sustainable employment; Broadening networks of cooperation of the informal collectors. |
Results: | Established primary recycling in the targeted region; tones of packaging waste daily, diverted into the recycling stream; enhanced attractiveness of the region as a result of a cleaner environment; Direct Employment for informal waste collectors; Increased revenues for informal waste collectors; Lowered operation cost for the Public Utility companies. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 189,665.00 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 167,463.88 |
Experience the Healthy Rural Life
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Experience the Healthy Rural Life |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.1 Economic development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Federation of Farmers of the Republic of Macedonia (MK)
Lead Partner: Albanian Agribusiness Council, (AL) |
Sector of intervention: | Promoted agro tourism and high-quality food production. |
Action location/s | AL – Elbasan and Dibra region
MK – Polog and Pelagonia region |
Project aim & Objective: | Improved quality life of the inhabitants in the cross-border area, increased opportunities for economic development in the cross-border region. Enhanced rural areas development in the cross-border region through promoted agro tourism and high-quality food production. |
Results: | Increased knowledge among rural areas inhabitants for new environmentally friendly agriculture production technologies; Identified branded and promoted typical traditional food products from the cross-border region; Exploring possibilities and promoted agro tourism potential in the cross border region. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 12 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 161,721.00 |
Enhancing trans-boundary protection and development of the Jablanica-Shebenik mountain range by active local involvement
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Enhancing trans-boundary protection and development of the Jablanica-Shebenik mountain range by active local involvement |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.2 Sustainable environment development |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Macedonian Ecological Society, MK
Lead Partner: Protection and Preservation of the Natural Environment in Albania, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Environmental protection and natural resources |
Action location/s | Jablanica – Shebenik Mountain Range in the south border area between MK and AL |
Project aim & Objective: | To increase local public awareness on sustainable use of the natural resources and to enhance the use of eco-friendly methods by local community and prepare them to jointly manage the trans-boundary environment. |
Results: | Awareness on the need for a sustainable use of natural resources of Jablanica-Shebenik Mountain is increased; Cross-border exchange of experiences and partnerships are created among local authorities and management standards and policies are harmonized and increased; Alternative environmentally friendly practices are promoted and stimulated; Young people are better involved in nature preservation. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 18 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 81,837.00 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 75,130.00 |
Education, Employment and Equality for Young People, Vulnerable, Marginalized Groups and Minorities in Elbasan and Bogovinje
FIELD | INFO |
Project Title | Education, Employment and Equality for Young People, Vulnerable, Marginalized Groups and Minorities in Elbasan and Bogovinje |
Type of Contract/Category | Grant contract |
IPA Component
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IPA 1 (2007-2013), Cross border Cooperation Programme: Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania
3rd call for proposals |
Measure | 1.3 Social cohesion |
Functional Lead Partner, Lead partner and partners | Functional Lead Partner: Association for Local Rural Development, MK
Lead Partner: Municipality of Elbasan, AL |
Sector of intervention: | Cultural; Employment; Vulnerable groups |
Action location/s | AL –Municipality of Elbasan
MK – Municipality of Bogovinje |
Project aim & Objective: | Facilitating integration of young people, vulnerable /marginalized and minorities in the selected territory into the labor market through enhancement of their individual and employment potentials promote equal opportunities and gender equality at local and regional level through new learning opportunities for job acquisition. |
Results: | Complex Analysis on targeted population, employment service providers, relevant NGOs and local employers; On-the-job-training at the local employers; Website, e-newsletter, promotional materials, project open days for results presentation; Network of stakeholders focused on follow up actions, long-term cooperation and information flow. |
Facts & Figures | The key facts & figures relevant to the project:
Project duration: 15 months Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in MK: € 86,826.76 Total Project Budget for the grant beneficiary in AL € 85,675.00 |