From landfill to power: Zenica‘s waste to energy pathway

PROJECT INFORMATION

Project implementer: Damaris Solutions

Donor: Czech-UNDP Challenge Fund

Implementation period: 2025-2026

BASELINE STATE

Zenica and other cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina face significant waste management challenges-most waste ends up in open landfills, causing environmental burdens and wasting valuable resources. Modern waste-to-energy (WtE) technologies are not yet widely adopted in the region.

PROJECT AIM AND DEVELOPMENT ASPECTS

The project aims to modernize waste management in Zenica by introducing waste-to-energy (WtE) technologies and advancing the circular economy. Key activities include installing a solar-powered demonstration station, preparing a comprehensive feasibility study, and building local partners' capacities. Emphasis is placed on Czech know-how transfer and community engagement. The project will create a replicable model for other cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The expected outcomes are reduced landfill waste, energy production, and compliance with European environmental standards.

ROLE OF HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS S.R.O. IN THE PROJECT

Holistic Solutions s.r.o. provides technical consulting and support for selecting and designing waste-to-energy technologies in Zenica. The company contributes to Czech know-how transfer and training of local partners. It also coordinates the installation of the solar-powered demonstration station with a compacting container.