IPA III CBC KOSOVO - NORTH MACEDONIA
2026 - 2028
Joint Efforts in Waste Reduction and Sustainability – REDUCE
An EU co-funded initiative bringing together local municipalities and civil society organizations from North Macedonia and Kosovo to foster sustainable waste management, recycling infrastructure, and circular economy practices.
Project General Details
EU IPA III GRANTApplication Reference
IPA III-ENEST/2025/182814-1/5
Grant Contract
Contract No: 2026/490-291
Implementation Period
01 April 2026 – 31 March 2028 (24 Months)
About Project REDUCE
The project "Joint Efforts in Waste Reduction and Sustainability – REDUCE" (Application Ref: IPA III-ENEST/2025/182814-1/5, Grant Contract No 2026/490-291) is implemented under the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA III) Cross-Border Cooperation Programme between Kosovo and North Macedonia.
Partner Organizations & Institutions
The project is jointly executed by a cross-border partnership of municipal authorities and non-governmental organizations.
Lead Partner responsible for overall administrative and operational coordination, as well as municipal waste selection infrastructure.
Civil society organization leading operational execution, technical project team management, community outreach, and educational programs in North Macedonia.
Municipal partner responsible for local environmental policy integration, waste selection equipment installation, and public engagement in Kosovo.
Kosovar Center for Urban Research specializing in spatial planning, environmental sustainability, and technical field implementation in Kosovo.
Primary Objectives
REDUCE aims to establish sustainable primary waste selection systems, strengthen local municipal capacities, and build cross-border environmental cooperation.
Waste Reduction & Recycling
Implementation of primary waste sorting infrastructure, smart recycling bins, and composting practices.
Cross-Border Synergy
Fostering institutional collaboration and joint environmental strategies between North Macedonia and Kosovo.
Public Education & Awareness
Community campaigns, school workshops, and public involvement in circular economy principles.
Municipal Infrastructure
Enhancing waste collection equipment and operational capacities in the Municipalities of Butel and Ranillug.