Ardian Islami

Ardian Islami is a Mechanical Engineer with a Master of Science degree in Energy Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Tirana. He has over 18 years of professional experience in infrastructure development, energy, environmental policy, and public sector management.

He currently serves as Director of Development Programs in Water Supply and Sanitation at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy of Albania, where he is responsible for coordinating sectoral development programs, identifying investment priorities, and supporting the implementation of national water supply and wastewater policies.

His work focuses on strengthening the sustainability and performance of water utilities, improving water and wastewater infrastructure, and aligning Albania’s regulatory and strategic framework with European Union standards.

He is actively involved in the implementation and monitoring of the National Water Supply and Sewerage Strategy 2023–2030, the development of the Directive Specific Implementation Plan (DSIP) for the revised EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive, and ongoing institutional reforms in the water sector.

He also contributes to the coordination of strategic investment programs and cooperation with international financial institutions and development partners, supporting Albania’s progress toward sustainable water management and European integration.