Challenges and Advantages of Prosumers in Serbia

The program “New Civic Energy” brings together experts, practitioners, and citizens actively involved in the energy transition at the local level, aiming to dispel myths about energy, exchange experiences, and present concrete practical solutions.

Introductory Presentations of Good Practice Examples (5 minutes each):
Each speaker shares their experience through a short presentation, focusing on innovative projects, challenges, and successful models of civic engagement in the energy transition.

Panel Discussion:
Following the presentations, a dynamic discussion takes place where participants, along with the moderator and audience, analyze key issues, exchange ideas, and answer questions, with a special emphasis on local challenges and opportunities for improvement.

Panelists:

Ana Džokić, Elektropionir:
Presentation of the premiere of the film “Solarna Stara,” which depicts the process of installing the first civic solar power plant in Serbia and empowering the local community through joint energy projects.

Nenad Maričić, Elektropionir, Ruma:
Experiences from Ruma in organizing and implementing civic energy initiatives, with an emphasis on practical steps and obstacles in local environments.

Rastislav Kragić, energy expert, representative of the residential community Nehruova 188-190, New Belgrade:
Presentation of an example of collective investment and management of solar panels in a residential community, as well as the benefits for residents and the wider community.