The Ivovik Wind Power Plant, the largest renewable energy project in Bosnia and Herzegovina, has officially entered its trial operation phase, marking a major milestone for the country’s green energy ambitions. The 84 MW wind farm, featuring 20 state-of-the-art turbines supplied by Chinese wind energy leader Goldwind, is expected to generate 259 GWh of electricity annually—enough to power thousands of homes and significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Construction began in the summer of 2022 and despite numerous challenges, including difficult terrain and rising material costs, the project has reached a pivotal point, where it will soon begin making a substantial contribution to the country’s renewable energy supply.
The first turbines began generating power on October 1st, marking an important contribution to bolstering economic cooperation between our two countries. The Ivovik Wind Power Plant will help Bosnia and Herzegovina reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and advance its climate goals. Local staff have been hired in the operation and maintenance phase, working closely with national and local grid operators to ensure smooth integration and operation.
The commissioning process involved a wide range of stakeholders, including investors, constructors, the turbine manufacturer, and local companies responsible for testing, commissioning, and connecting Ivovik to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s national electricity network. The first kilowatt-hours of energy injected into the grid are a significant achievement in the country’s journey toward renewable energy independence.
The trial run is a critical step in the wind farm’s commissioning process, contingent upon receiving the Consent for Temporary Operation from Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Independent System Operator (NOS BiH). This follows extensive testing under the supervision of government-appointed independent commissions. Over the coming months, each turbine will undergo a step-by-step commissioning process with detailed performance evaluations to ensure the Ivovik Wind Farm is fully integrated into the national energy system.