US Ambassador to Serbia, Christopher Hill, recently visited the Pemci 1 heating plant in Kladovo, which has become the first in Serbia to combine two renewable energy sources with the support of the USAID “Better Energy” program.
The plant has installed a 50 kW solar power system, making it the first heating plant in Serbia to act as both a producer and consumer of energy.
During his visit, Ambassador Hill commended the efforts of the Ministry of Mining and Energy, highlighting the dual benefits of such projects in providing clean energy and improving air quality, both of which are crucial for future generations. “We will continue discussions with the ministry on how to further enhance Serbia’s energy sector,” Hill stated.
Minister Dubravka Đedović Handanović, who accompanied Hill on the visit, emphasized that Pemci 1 is the first heating plant in Serbia to use both biomass and solar energy. She noted that the installation of the solar power system, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), will improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Đedović Handanović also highlighted the impact on the local community, stating that approximately 2,500 households will benefit from clean energy, enhancing both energy security and sustainability.
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