Concession process and project parameters
The Ministry of Energy and Mining of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska has launched a concession process for the construction and operation of the Trusina wind farm near Nevesinje. The project is planned with capacity of up to 50 MW. Expected annual production is around 160 GWh, with total investment estimated at €66.5mn. The initiative for the concession was submitted by local developer SDL Energy Company.
Grid connection, market sales and concession term
The successful bidder will be responsible for securing grid connection in line with technical requirements set by the system operator. Electricity generated by the facility would be sold into the market. The concession period could last up to 50 years from signing.
Concession charges and feasibility requirements
Financial conditions include a one-off concession charge of approximately €330,000. An ongoing fee applies at €0.0027/kWh of electricity generated. At the stated production level of 160 GWh per year, the variable concession payment would amount to roughly €432,000 annually at expected output.
Prospective bidders must demonstrate legal, technical and financial capacity. They are also required to submit a feasibility study supporting the project’s economic viability.
