Director of the Vinča Institute, Nikola Dimović, emphasized the importance of Serbia considering nuclear energy now, despite the fact that construction of a plant could take 10 to 15 years. He recalled a statement by the deputy director of the International Atomic Energy Agency during a visit to the institute: “The Chinese used to learn from us. And where are they today, not where we are? We must not lose a step anymore.”
Dimović stressed that Serbia has a responsibility to future generations to provide clean and safe energy sources, and that public trust will be crucial for the long-term success of any nuclear program. He clarified that introducing nuclear energy would not replace renewable sources but would complement them with a reliable base energy supply.
According to Dimović, this approach would enhance the stability of Serbia’s power system, ensure security of electricity supply, and maintain competitive prices for both the economy and households, reducing dependence on uncertain imports. He also highlighted ongoing projects like the Vinča facility, which uses waste to generate energy, as part of Serbia’s broader efforts to diversify and stabilize its energy mix.
