Author(s):
1. Srđan Vuković, Faculty of Technology - University of East Sarajevo, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
2. Danijela Rajić, Faculty of Technology - University of East Sarajevo, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
3. Aleksandar Vuković, Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad , Serbia
4. Svetlana Pelemiš, Faculty of Technology - University of East Sarajevo, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
5. Dragoljub Mirjanić, Akademija nauka i umjetnosti Republike Srpske, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Abstract:
Abstract: Solar energy, as a renewable energy source, can significantly contribute to the energy stability and sustainable development of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is an inexhaustible, environmentally friendly resource that reduces dependence on fossil fuels and the emission of harmful gases. The first photovoltaic (PV) power plant in BiH was built in 2012 in Kalesija, with a capacity of 120 kW. By the end of 2017, a total of 180 PV plants with a total capacity of 18.6 MW were built in BiH, representing only 0.37% of the country's total electricity capacity. Potential locations for PV plants include residential rooftops, water surfaces of accumulation lakes, protective belts along highways, and non-perspective agricultural lands. It is predicted that the capacity of solar power plants in BiH will reach 705 MW by 2025, which would account for 14% of the total installed capacity in the country. BiH is obligated to encourage energy production from renewable sources within the framework of the European Energy Community. The legislative framework at the entity level includes incentives such as guaranteed purchase prices for energy producers from renewable sources. However, there are limitations on the size of plants that can receive incentives, which restricts larger investments in solar plants. Bosnia and Herzegovina has significant potential for the development of solar power plants, which is currently underutilized. Increasing installed PV capacities and adequate incentive measures can significantly contribute to the energy transition and sustainable development of the country. It is necessary to work on creating a more favorable legislative framework and incentive environment for investments in solar technologies.

Key words:
Solar energy,energy stability,potential locations,photovoltaic plants

Thematic field:
SYMPOSIUM A - Science of matter, condensed matter and physics of solid states

Date of abstract submission:
29.07.2024.

Conference:
Contemporary Materials 2024 - Savremeni Materijali

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