Serbia is nearing the final stages of a major environmental upgrade at its Nikola Tesla B thermal power plant (TENT B), with over 96% of construction completed and all major equipment now installed, according to Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Đedović.
The flue gas desulfurization project—valued at approximately €220 million—will implement advanced technology on units B1 and B2, aiming to cut sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions by a factor of 30 and significantly reduce particulate matter. These measures are expected to deliver a substantial improvement in local air quality.
The system is modeled after the technology already in use at TENT A, where a similar desulfurization unit began trial operations in April 2024. Once the TENT B facility is operational, around 90% of the thermal capacities operated by state utility EPS will be covered by modern environmental protection systems.
In addition to emissions reduction, the process will generate gypsum as a byproduct from the use of limestone. This gypsum can be repurposed in the construction industry, contributing to circular economy efforts.
The project represents a critical step for Serbia in aligning with EU environmental standards while continuing to modernize its coal-based energy infrastructure.