The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has opened a tender for the construction of three solar power plants in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a combined capacity of 28 MW. The projects include a 15 MW solar array in Gornja Breza, an 8 MW facility in Visca, and a 5 MW plant in Podvelezje. Developers interested in participating must submit their proposals by May 26, 2025.

Elektroprivreda Bosne i Hercegovine, Sarajevo

These initiatives form part of the first phase of the EPBiH Solar Transition Programme, managed by the EBRD in collaboration with Bosnia and Herzegovina’s state-owned utility, JP Elektroprivreda Bosne i Hercegovine. This initial phase also encompasses planned projects in Poto?ari 1 with a 16 MW plant, Banovi?i Selo with an 8 MW facility, and Bedrok, where two 8 MW arrays and one 16 MW plant are proposed.

The EPBiH Solar Transition Programme, valued at €89 million, aims to develop 13 solar plants across the country, achieving a total capacity of 195 MW. The program represents a significant step toward expanding renewable energy infrastructure in Bosnia and Herzegovina, supporting the nation’s transition to cleaner energy sources.

By the end of 2024, Bosnia and Herzegovina had doubled its installed photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 212 MW, as reported by the International Renewable Energy Agency. The new solar projects are expected to further strengthen the country’s renewable energy sector, contributing to sustainable development and energy diversification.

The tender for the three solar plants offers developers an opportunity to engage in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s growing renewable energy market. The EBRD’s support for these projects underscores its commitment to fostering green energy solutions in the region. As the country continues to expand its solar capacity, these initiatives will play a key role in meeting local energy demands with environmentally friendly alternatives.