Fulbright Scholar in Energy – Kosovo
A U.S. scholar will advise Kosovo’s main energy institutions on energy transition, system flexibility, and market integration through applied projects and research.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates: September 15, 2026: Full application deadline | September 15, 2026: Recommendation letters deadline
Funding Amounts: $3,870/month stipend for professional project/research; $4,250 travel allowance; $1,500 book/research allowance; dependent benefits available; award length 3–6 months.
Summary: Funding for a U.S. scholar to advise Kosovo’s main energy institutions on energy transition, system flexibility, and regional market integration through applied projects and research.
Key Information: Invitation letter not required; English is sufficient; only one award available.
Description
This award places a U.S. Fulbright Scholar with Kosovo’s key energy institutions—KEK J.S.C. (Kosovo Energy Corporation) and KOSTT J.S.C. (Transmission System and Market Operator)—to provide applied expertise in energy transition, system flexibility, and regional electricity market integration. The Scholar will advise on coal gasification pathways, transition-compatible technologies, balancing services, and cross-border cooperation aligned with European standards. Activities include targeted workshops, technical briefings, strategic documentation, professional advisory or policy-applied research projects, institutional development, seminars, and mentoring of technical and policy staff. The focus is on addressing operational and policy challenges in Kosovo's evolving energy sector.
