Serbia, an EU candidate, seeks to reduce its reliance on coal for energy and heating. Massive emission reductions are sought through greater use of biomass, solar, wind and hydropower to improve air quality, restore land, and create green jobs. The Autonomous Province of Vojvodina in Serbia is a regional breadbasket, with large tracts of fertile, flat land. However, rural poverty is increasing, soils often show signs of degradation, and agricultural production is deteriorating. As a result, the Government of Serbia has declared its commitment to regenerate local economy and make it part of its domestic agenda to source clean, affordable energy. Fuel Wood, produced domestically, can be a large part of the answer. Experts from public and private sectors and civil society will explore innovative decarbonization and finance to support a just transition.

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