Electricity production in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina fell in July even as electricity imports declined substantially. Gross output reached 508 GWh, down 4.7% from 533 GWh in July 2025.
Generation mix and net production
Thermal power remained the largest source of generation, contributing 60.6% of gross output. Hydropower accounted for 31.1%, while wind farms provided 8.3%. Net electricity production totaled 462 GWh, made up of 273 GWh from thermal plants, 147 GWh from hydropower and 42 GWh from wind.
Imports, exports and cross-border volumes
Both electricity imports and exports declined sharply year on year. Imports dropped to 68 GWh, less than half of the 151 GWh recorded in July 2025. Exports fell to 71 GWh from 135 GWh. The figures point to a smaller volume of cross-border trading by the Federation during the month despite a moderate decline in domestic generation.
Coal production contraction affecting supply
The underlying coal sector weakened further during the month. Brown-coal production fell to 211,783 tonnes, down 29.6%, while lignite output dropped 19.4% year on year to 112,864 tonnes, from 140,092 tonnes. The reduction in coal supply is significant because thermal generation continues to account for well over half of the Federation’s power production.
Persistent mining weakness could increase the operational importance of hydropower, wind generation and regional imports during periods of stronger electricity demand.
