The oil refinery Brod (RNB) has been suspended for two years. Its Russian owner plans to build home solar panel system four solar power plants on the basis of the refinery and has applied to the Republika Srpska Energy Management Committee for a renewable energy award.


Capital.ba learned that four solar power plants (RNB Solar 1, RNB Solar 2, RNB Solar 3 and RNB Solar 4) can be delivered and operated in early December. The average annual power generation capacity of these four facilities should be 2.8 million kilowatts. The installed capacity of RNB Solar 1, 3, and 4 are 238 kilowatts respectively, and the planned installed capacity of RNB Solar 2 is 239.4 kilowatts.
The Russian oil company Zarubezhneft is the major shareholder of the Republika Srpska Petroleum Consortium. The company also plans to produce natural gas and replace fuel oil with natural gas in order to reduce costs and reduce adverse environmental impacts. In addition, the company also announced the construction of natural gas power plants and expansion of the gas station network, while insisting that it will not lay off staff.

According to official reports, the RNB refinery has shortened by nearly 60 million euros in 2019. The latest statement from its owner stated that oil processing is scheduled to resume at the end of this year.
Latest posts
-
6MW 20MWh Solar Storage in Nigeria Factory + Farm + Residential Case StudyA 6MW solar PV + 20MWh LFP battery storage system in Nigeria powers an integrated factory, farm, and residential complex. The system delivers $108,000+ in monthly electricity savings, reaches payback in approximately 24 months, and provides 25 years of renewable power. This case study covers the engineering configuration, financial model, and operational performance of one of West Africa's most ambitious factory + farm + residential solar deployments.Do you like ?0
Read more -
BESS in Nigeria 2026: Battery Energy Storage Cost, Diesel Payback & Import GuideBESS in Nigeria: 2026 pricing, diesel payback, SONCAP, China import guide. Save 60%+ vs diesel. Factory-direct LFP from Mars Solar.Do you like ?0
Read more -
How Much Does Solar Cost in Nigeria? 2026 Real Pricing GuideSolar cost in Nigeria for 5kW to 250kW systems, in Naira and USD. Compare solar vs diesel vs grid, calculate payback, and explore financing options.Do you like ?0
Read more -
Solar Power Nigeria 2026: Off-Grid vs Hybrid vs On-GridNigeria’s unreliable grid and soaring diesel costs are forcing business owners to take solar seriously. But the biggest question remains: which system — off-grid, hybrid, or on-grid? This 2026 guide breaks down all three solar architectures for NigeriaDo you like ?0
Read more -
Solar Panel Certifications Explained: IEC, UL, TÜV, CE, ISO — The 2026 GuideA solar panel without proper certifications is unsellable in 90% of international markets. This 2026 guide explains every major certification — IEC 61215, IEC 61730, UL 61730, TÜV, CE, ISO 9001/14001/45001 — what it tests, who issues it, which markets reqDo you like ?0
Read more -
Solar Panel Shipping & Container Loading: The 2026 Complete GuideThe solar panels leaving the factory are perfect. By the time they arrive at your warehouse, 3–7% might be damaged, delivery could be 2 weeks late, and demurrage at the destination port could wipe out your margin. This 2026 guide covers container types (2Do you like ?0
Read more