ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN THE BUILDING SECTOR IN SERBIA - AN OVERVIEW

Abstract

Energy efficiency is a key aspect of sustainable development, focusing on optimizing energy consumption to reduce costs and negative environmental impacts. The implementation of energy-efficient technologies and practices can significantly contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving natural resources. The building sector consumes about 30 percent of the total energy, making it highly suitable for implementing measures. Due to its significant share in overall energy consumption, improving energy efficiency in this sector can have far-reaching economic and environmental benefits. This paper analyzes the condition of buildings in Serbia, their typology and their energy efficiency. It presents the steps taken, as well as future ones, that will help achieve reductions in energy consumption, greenhouse gasses, and operational costs.