Gasification of Kragujevac: A €44 Million Ecological and Economic Game-Changer
Kragujevac is finally stepping up its game with a massive gasification project! Mayor Nikola Dašić and Srbijagas CEO Dušan Bajatović have signed a business-technical cooperation agreement for a whopping €44 million project. Yes, you read that right — €44 million to bring gas to 20 more households and industrial users in Kragujevac.
Why does this matter?
For the first time, Kragujevac is entering a full gasification process, even though the first steps were taken back in the 1980s. This project is not just about infrastructure; it’s an ecological lifeline for a city struggling with air pollution. Gasification will help reduce pollution caused by individual heating units — one of the biggest polluters in the city.
What’s coming?
Work will start in about ten days and is expected to last around three years. Besides connecting 20 new households, gas will also be available to small businesses and industry. Currently, about 16 households and business entities use natural gas, and the network will expand.
Bigger investments and economic impact
This isn’t Srbijagas’s first rodeo in Kragujevac. They’ve already completed gasification of the Stelantis factory (€6 million) and the Siemens factory (around €2 million). There’s also a plan to relocate gas infrastructure due to a new bypass road construction — an €8 million investment — plus an additional €2.5 million for the distribution network.
What do officials say?
Mayor Dašić calls the project strategically important with significant ecological and infrastructural effects. CEO Bajatović emphasizes that gasification will benefit not only the environment but also the economy of the entire region. Plus, the Serbian government has decided to cancel the debt of Kragujevac’s energy company, giving the project an extra boost.
What does this mean for citizens?
Less pollution, cleaner air, and a better quality of life. Gasification is one of the largest investments in communal services in Kragujevac for the next decade. People are increasingly recognizing the value of this investment, as it carries strong economic significance alongside its ecological benefits.
Conclusion
Kragujevac is finally waking up from its energy slumber and moving toward a cleaner, more modern future. With €44 million invested in gasification, the city has a real chance to reduce pollution and boost its economy. Will other Serbian cities follow suit, or will they keep choking on smoke? Share your thoughts — maybe you have the idea that could make gasification the next national sensation!
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