The National Institute of Public Health of Kosovo, in its annual report for 2025, stated that air quality in Kosovo often exceeds permitted levels, while Pristina has been identified as the most polluted city.
Data from 12 monitoring stations of the Hydrometeorological Institute of Kosovo show that high levels of PM10 and PM2.5 particles have been recorded in several cities, including Pristina, Drenas, Mitrovica, Hani i Elezit, Obiliq, and Gjilan.
According to the report, air pollution is linked to an increase in cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, as well as a rise in cases of premature mortality.
The National Institute of Public Health of Kosovo has warned that if urgent measures are not taken, the consequences for public health could worsen.
Key recommended measures include strengthening technical inspections of vehicles, banning the use of coal for heating, monitoring filters in power plants, increasing the use of public transport, and expanding green spaces.
According to the report, during 2025 significant exceedances of PM10 particles were recorded, especially during the winter months, when an increase in hospital visits and admissions for respiratory problems was also observed.
