At a time when the lithium mining project in the Jadar Valley continues to attract significant public attention, the scientific community presents research findings and expert analyses based on facts.
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM, in the Ceremonial Hall of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Belgrade, a presentation will be held for two scientific monographs examining the lithium mining project in the Jadar Valley.
Professor of economics and ecology
In a conversation with Professor Božo Drašković for the show “Lithium: Experts Speak”, key economic, ecological, and social risks of lithium exploitation in the Jadar Valley were highlighted. Drašković shares his views on the sustainability of the project, responsible use of natural resources, and the need for independent and transparent analyses that would protect the interests of Serbia and future generations.
Professor from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Belgrade
The guest of the latest episode in the series “Lithium: Experts Speak” is Professor Radmilo Pešić from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Belgrade. Professor Pešić discusses the importance of taking the actual contribution of the environment and natural resources into account when analyzing the costs and benefits of individual projects, as well as the consequences of failing to consider ecosystem contributions. The episode also emphasizes the importance of valuing ecosystem services and resources.
The Jadar Project is technically and ecologically uncertain and economically unviable, with risks to human health and natural resources.
The monograph The Jadar Project: Lithium-Boron Catastrophe is the result of the work of leading experts from multiple scientific fields. The authors have analyzed the chemical, technological, and toxicological aspects of the project; hydrological and meteorological consequences; legal and economic implications; and impacts on biodiversity and human health.
The number of citizens opposing the opening of lithium mines in the Jadar Valley continues to rise, while two-thirds of the population believe that the greatest beneficiaries would be the current government, the company Rio Tinto, Germany, and the EU.
According to the latest survey by the Nova Srpska Politička Misao (NSPM), 63.5% of Serbian citizens oppose the lithium mining project, meaning that opponents outnumber supporters by more than 3 to 1.
On this website, we will explore the issue of lithium research and exploitation in Serbia—an issue that is causing growing concern and confusion among citizens. We believe that everyone should have access to reliable data and expert analyses on this important topic, which continues to raise questions and uncertainties.
Our guests, independent experts from various scientific fields, will provide professional and objective opinions on this topic, which has far-reaching consequences for our environment, future generations, and public health.
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