Solar Roofs – A Greener Future

January 24, 2025

Solar Roofs - a Greener Future

Konjic and Tuzla

Two local communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina have taken the initiative towards a greener, more sustainable future with innovative renewable energy projects in Public Utilities Water and Sewerage. Tuzla and Konjic - dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint and complying with EU climate directives, turned to solar energy to revolutionize their energy systems.

Tuzla

Public Utility Company "Vodovod i kanalizacija" Tuzla

In the northeast of Bosnia, the Public Utility Company "Vodovod i kanalizacija" Tuzla has installed a total of 245.3 kW of solar energy at its Cerik and Spreča facilities. With the primary goal of reducing CO2 emissions, photovoltaic power plants now cover savings in Cerik for about 25% of the total needs, and 3% of the needs of the plant in Spreča. While electricity savings may not immediately lead to lower service costs, their environmental impact is undeniable, contributing to decarbonization and promoting sustainability.

Konjic

Public Utility Company "Vodovod i kanalizacija" Konjic

In Herzegovina, the Konjic Water and Sewerage Utility Company, with its green vision, has installed 118.25 kW of solar panels on its wastewater treatment plant. This project has a special impact on the community as it covers 57%, which is more than half of the total energy needs of the facility where the power plant is installed.

Konjic

Public Utility Company "Vodovod i kanalizacija" Konjic

For both BiH municipalities, these projects symbolize a commitment to sustainability, energy security and environmental protection. The Mayor of Konjic has prioritized renewable energy sources, in line with the European Green Agenda, and plans to expand solar projects in the city's public institutions. Similarly, Tuzla emphasizes the role of solar energy in fulfilling EU directives, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and contributing to sustainable development goals.

Both cities share a common goal: to create a greener future, not only for their own residents, but to be an example for other municipalities across BiH.

The implementation of the design activities was funded by the Slovak Agency for International Development Assistance (link is external) (SlovakAid), while the installation of the solar panels was jointly funded by "Vodovod i Kanalizacija" Tuzla, the City of Konjic, Sweden(link is external), and UNDP in BiH as the implementer through the Green Economic Development - GED project.