Electricity price of energy storage power station in Serbia

How much does electricity cost in Serbia?

The average price of electricity in Serbia, in June of 2024, has been 0.1082€ per kilowatt hour. Electricity price has increased € 0.0036 kWh, 3.44% since the previous semester. Meanwhile, the average price of electricity without taxes in Serbia in that period was € 0.0783 per kilowatt hour, compared to € 0.0755 kWh in the previous semester.

What is the energy sector like in Serbia?

Serbia's energy sector predominantly relies on fossil fuels, with coal playing a central role in electricity generation. The country's abundant lignite reserves are a significant contributor to its energy mix, powering major thermal power plants.

What percentage of Serbia's electricity comes from coal?

Serbia’s national power utility Electric Power of Serbia (EPS) produces nearly 70 percent of the country’s electricity from coal and nearly 27% percent from hydropower, with approximately 4% coming from private developers in wind and solar energy. Serbia heavily subsidizes coal and electricity prices, inhibiting competition.

Does Serbia subsidize coal & electricity prices?

Serbia heavily subsidizes coal and electricity prices, inhibiting competition. Recently, the Serbian government and EPS have announced ambitious plans to transition to green energy solutions and reduce Serbia’s dependence on Russian natural gas.