đerdap 3 project

Expert recommendations for Serbia’s energy transition

Experts have proposed accelerating the construction of the new Bistrica pumped-storage hydroelectric plant while opposing the Đerdap 3 project due to social, environmental, and technical concerns. They emphasize the need for a clear coal plant phase-out plan by 2050, aligned with the development of Kolubara and Kostolac lignite mines, to ensure energy security and avoid unnecessary CO₂ emissions taxes. Key recommendations: Overall, the experts call for a sustainable, secure, and economically efficient energy system that aligns with environmental standards, reduces…