For Decani hydropower plants, the ministry is silent as courts have confirmed the legality of the environmental permit procedure

The same claims have already been subject to review by competent courts in the Republic of Kosovo, which have essentially rejected these claims and confirmed the legality of the procedure followed.

In the function of transparency and fair public information, Kelag International i n KelCos Energy want to explain the facts and correct incorrect information published.

Permission procedure developed in full compliance with Kosovo legislation

Continued environmental permits are being realised through the administrative procedure defined with environmental legislation in force of the Republic of Kosovo. Hydro power plants have operated for more than a decade on the basis of valid permits, during which period have been constantly monitored by environmental aspect and subject to regular supervision by competent institutions.

The public has been fully informed and has been able to participate in the process

In line with legal requirements, the Ministry and KelCos Energy Organised public debate on April 7, 2026, who was announced in advance and was open to all citizens and interested parties, both with physical and virtual participation.

During public debate, the renowned international environmental expert, Dr. Christoph HowerHe introduced the environmental performance of the project, long-term monitoring results, ecological emissions management, as well as improved environmental assessment results.

Participants had the opportunity to ask questions and receive detailed answers based on technical and scientific documentation.

However, representatives of the organization Pesher, including Mrs. Loshaj Hope, did not participate in public debate and used legal consulting mechanisms to address their concerns directly to responsible experts and institutions.

The following are pictures of the public debate of April 7, 2026

Same claims already examined by courts

The environmental permits and administrative decisions on which they are based are previously contested by the same acts before competent courts of the Republic of Kosovo.

After a full trial process, courts have confirmed the legality of the environmental permit procedure.

The recently returned claims to the media present no new scientific or environmental evidence that has not been previously examined by competent institutions and the judicial system.

Renewable energy and environmental protection are timer

KelKos Energy has consistently invested in environmental protection, monitoring ecological emissions, maintaining biodiversity and implementing modern monitoring systems, operating in line with Kosovo legislation and European environmental protection standards.

Independent environmental estimates have confirmed that the projects operate without negative impact on the environment, while also contribute to the growth of local electricity production from renewable sources, strengthening Kosovo's energy security and reducing dependence on electricity imports.

Our Dedication Remains Unchanged

Kella International and KelCos Energy are long-term investors in the Republic of Kosovo and implement the highest professional standards in building, operating and monitoring their hydropower plants, consistently respecting all administrative decisions of competent institutions.

Given the practice and experience of responsible institutions, our projects are considered among the highest level of regulatory compliance projects and environmental standards, not only in Kosovo, but also in the region.

Through its philosophy, KelCos Energy, Kellag International remains committed to a transparent, responsible and full-fledged operation with the Republic of Kosovo legislation and the highest European standards.

We will continue to promote transparency, environmental responsibility and open dialogue with institutions, local communities and all the act of interest.

We strongly believe that Kosovo's transition to a secure, sustainable and sustainable energy system and based on local production should be built on the basis of rule of law, scientific expertise and responsible investments, in the interest of all citizens.

The picture presented below is done with July 4, 2026 and reflects the current state of the area.

Meanwhile, recent photos published by several media, including Time.net i n Economic Bulletin, are old photographs dating back to the year 2018, when the activity of extracting gravel from other construction companies for entirely different purposes was under way. These activities have had nothing to do with building or operating hydropower plants.