Introduction
Dr. Alban Kuriqi is a leading expert in Civil Engineering, specializing in Renewable Energy and Water Management. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Lisbon, pioneering methodologies to enhance small hydropower energy production while minimizing ecological impacts. With a robust academic foundation, including an integrated Civil/Hydrotechnical Engineering diploma from the Polytechnic University of Tirana and an M.Sc. in Water Resources and Hydraulics from Epoka University and Grenoble Institute of Technology, Dr. Kuriqi brings over 14 years of diverse experience in civil engineering.
Expert
His contributions span hydropower design, river rehabilitation, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and hydrometeorological data applications. A dedicated educator, he teaches Hydrology II and River Rehabilitation at the University for Business and Technology. Dr. Kuriqi’s research focuses on the Water-Energy-Food-Environment nexus, climate adaptation, and digital innovation in water systems, earning him global recognition, including ranking among Stanford University's World’s Top 2% Scientists (2021–2024).
Fields of expertise: Education, Environmental policy / climate change, Infrastructure, Strategic planning, Sustainable Development Goals, Urban development, Water and sanitation