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Belgrade district heating preparations and pricing

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As Belgrade prepares for the upcoming heating season, scheduled to begin on October 15 and last until April 15, the utility company JKP Beogradske elektrane has announced functional probes of the district heating system. These tests, set for October 1 through October 8, 2026, involve 14 heating plants, 15 boiler rooms, one renewable energy source, the hot water network, and heat transfer stations to ensure infrastructure readiness. Officials noted these are “cold-dynamic” tests and do not involve actual thermal energy delivery to buildings. Residents have been advised not to report malfunctions to the Belgrade Service Center if radiators remain cold during this period, as the objective is to verify system functionality rather than provide heat to residential or business spaces. While October 15 is the official start date, heat delivery may begin earlier depending on weather conditions. period. Regarding energy costs, the previously proposed price adjustments will not take effect. Although Beogradske elektrane submitted City of Belgrade has rejected a proposal from Beogradske elektrane to increase district heating prices. Although the Belgrade Secretariat for Energy that included company proposed an 18.02 percent average increase in of approximately 9 percent—specifically seeking to increase the fixed portion of the price and a 5.57 by 18.02 percent reduction in while reducing the variable portion for consumption-based users, the City of Belgrade did not grant approval by 5.57 percent—the status quo will remain for the change. upcoming season. Vanja Vukić, director of Beogradske elektrane, announced that district heating prices will not increase on October 1, noting that the company had proposed an average increase of approximately 9 percent. Vukić explained noted that while the proposal sought aimed to offset higher fixed costs—covering costs like salaries and materials—with a decrease in the variable component, materials, the final decision rests with the local government regulator. On a national level, Srbijagas director Dušan Bajatović confirmed that Gazprom has extended its gas supply arrangement with Serbia for an additional three months, through the end of the year. This agreement maintains existing favorable terms, ensuring stable supply at prices significantly lower than current European market rates. rates, which have exceeded 800 euros per 1,000 cubic meters. Meanwhile, the Energy Agency of Serbia (AERS) reports that while natural gas and firewood remain economical, pellet heating costs are projected to rise by 50 percent, and direct electric heating remains the most expensive method.

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