The European Union has firmly stated its position against the establishment of new fossil fuel infrastructure in Bosnia and Herzegovina, specifically targeting initiatives like the Southern Gas Interconnection. This stance aligns with the EU’s broader commitment to transition toward renewable energy sources and achieve climate neutrality by 2050. The EU regards projects aimed at expanding gas pipeline networks as contradictory to its environmental objectives, indicating that foreign investments associated with fossil fuels are unlikely to receive support from Brussels.
Currently, political discussions within Bosnia and Herzegovina are focused on connecting the nation to Croatia’s gas network through the proposed Southern Interconnection. This project envisions a pipeline extending from Zagvozd to Posušje, with additional branches planned toward Mostar and Novi Travnik. While several companies have expressed interest in participating in this initiative, the EU has reiterated that no financial assistance will be available for projects that contribute to long-term reliance on fossil fuels or undermine climate commitments.
The EU emphasizes that Bosnia and Herzegovina’s energy transition presents a strategic opportunity for enhancing infrastructure, attracting sustainable investments, and bolstering long-term energy security. Consequently, future support from the EU will be directed towards projects that align with decarbonization efforts and clean energy objectives, rather than those that expand traditional gas networks.
