Background

Kosovo, a small country in the Western Balkans, faces unique environmental challenges stemming from its rapid industrialization, reliance on coal-based energy, and limited regulatory frameworks for climate action. Despite global commitments to decarbonization and climate resilience, Kosovo lags in implementing effective environmental policies and lacks robust systems for monitoring and mitigating carbon emissions. Additionally, public awareness of climate change and the importance of sustainable practices remains low, though a growing number of organizations and initiatives are working to address this.

With increasing pressure from international stakeholders and local environmental advocates, Kosovo is at a critical juncture. The country has the opportunity to integrate innovative technologies and frameworks to address carbon emissions, paving the way for sustainable growth and environmental stewardship. This aligns with broader global efforts under the Paris Agreement, emphasizing the importance of accurate data tracking, transparency, and accountability in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The Green Technology 360 – The Near Future Project represents a pioneering effort to establish Kosovo’s first comprehensive platform for tracking, analyzing, and reporting carbon emissions. Initiated by Habitat, a leading green and sustainable company in Kosovo, this initiative integrates ClimateTech solutions with data-driven insights to empower businesses, policymakers, and communities to make informed decisions about their environmental footprint.

Karbon360° is designed to fill the critical gap in Kosovo’s environmental monitoring capacity, introducing a digital tool to:

• Measure and report carbon emissions across various sectors, including energy, transportation, and industry.
• Provide actionable insights for businesses to adopt greener practices and reduce emissions.
• Serve as an educational resource to foster awareness and drive collective action for climate change mitigation.