50-year concession in Republic of Srpska
Solar Agroland has secured a 50-year concession for the Bileća 1 solar and battery storage project in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Republic of Srpska. The company’s final layout is still subject to planning decisions and residents’ objections. The concession sets a long-term development framework, while land-use arrangements remain the immediate issue.
Local concerns over grazing access and planning process
Some residents say the development could restrict access to grazing land and disrupt livestock farming. A detailed regulatory plan is still being prepared, which leaves room to relocate facilities within the concession area and preserve access roads. Officials have also raised the possibility of retaining grazing areas around the panels.
Municipal position and ministry conditions
Bileća Mayor Miodrag Parezanin said the municipality would seek changes that address local concerns while allowing the investment to proceed. The Energy and Mining Ministry stated that the municipality supported the project and approved preparation of planning documents, but that support came with conditions still to be resolved. Residents can submit objections before the final plan is adopted.
Ownership structure behind Solar Agroland
Solar Agroland is owned by Pinetree Energy, which was established by Switzerland-based Pinetree. The concession provides a long-term development framework, while land-use arrangements remain the immediate hurdle.
