Basic technical data:

• Installed boiler capacity: 7.800 kW
• Total average consumption: 11.000 MWh
• Energy savings: 20%
• Reduction of CO2 emissions: 29%, or 880 t/year
• Status: completed in 2021

The subject of the project, or the PPP contract, is the production and delivery of thermal energy over a 15-year period by the selected Private Partner to the Public Partner, which in this project consists of the city heating plant JKP “Standard Vrbas” (public entity 1) and the Municipality of Vrbas (public entity 2). The project involved the reconstruction of existing substations and the installation of new condensing gas boilers powered by natural gas, along with all necessary accompanying installations at five locations.

The primary motivation for implementing this project was to ensure more efficient production and safer supply of thermal energy. One of the most significant goals was the reduction of CO2 emissions and other harmful particles associated with the use of fuel oil as an energy source. Protecting the environment and the health of citizens remains among the top priorities for the Municipality of Vrbas.

The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is structured so that the Private Partner:

• Fully finances and assumes complete responsibility for implementing the proposed project.
• Manages the boiler plants and delivers thermal energy to the Public Partner for a maximum contractual period of 15 years at a pre-agreed price.
• Bears full responsibility for investment management and achieving the project results.

Engagement of Negawatt Solutions

Negawatt Solutions provided a range of consulting services and project management expertise, including:

• Consulting Services: Activities necessary for submitting a comprehensive, sustainable, and compliant proposal.
• Project Management: Engineering tasks involving organizational and technical management during project implementation.
• Preparation of Project-Technical Documentation: Developing the required technical and project documentation.
• Contract Administration: Managing obligations under the PPP agreement.
• Mediation: Acting as an intermediary between the public and private partners.
• Post-Implementation Consulting: Providing support during the operational phase, including technical solutions, legal advice, and financial assessments of project results.