Publications

The report summerises the findings of a recent Bankwatch and partner NGO fact-finding mission to Albania, in which meetings with the Albanian authorities, IFIs, investors and affected communities provided insights into large industrial and energy developments in the region.

The study illustrates the dangers that accompany large energy infrastructure projects whenever the interests of a major private company coincide not only with weak governance in the host country but also very clear willingness from financial institutions to provide funding, in spite of alarming project oversights and impacts. The study shows how goals to eradicate poverty and support local communities can be easily compromised when major corporations and/or political elites are intent on maximising profits.

On March 12, 2008 the SEE Energy Community responded to this letter. Download the response here (as pdf).

On June 3, 2008 SEEDW issued a response to the above. Download it as pdf here.

On March 31, 2008 EBRD infrastructure department responded to our letter. Download the response as pdf here.