Polanza s new energy storage policy

Does Poland need a state aid package for energy storage?

A panel discussion on the Polish market at the recent Energy Storage Summit CEE in Warsaw. Image: Solar Media The European Commission (EC) has approved a €1.2 billion (US$1.32 billion) state aid package for Poland to support the deployment of electricity storage facilities.

What is Poland's energy storage subsidy program?

From ESS News Following a public consultation launched in July 2024, the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment has finalized its energy storage subsidy program which aims to support the deployment of more than 5 GWh of energy storage in the country. The new regulation was published in the Journal of Laws of the Republic of Poland on March 7.

How much PLN will be distributed under the energy subsidy scheme?

A total of PLN 4 billion ($1 billion) will be distributed under the subsidy scheme by the end of 2025 in a bid to bring online more than 5 GWh of energy storage projects by 2028. From ESS News

Is a 2023 capacity auction a big step forward for Polish energy storage?

It looks to be a big step forward for the Polish energy storage market, which is already advancing into a leading position among Central and Eastern European markets, driven forward by a 2023 capacity market auction in which 1.7GW was awarded to energy storage bids.

What is the electricity storage support scheme?

The electricity storage support scheme aims to facilitate the reduction of fossil fuel use and the increased penetration of renewable energy on the Polish grid. Systems with 4MWh capacity or higher will be eligible, connected to either transmission or distribution networks at all voltage levels.

How will the EU modernisation scheme work in Poland?

Funding for the scheme in Poland will come from two sources: the EU’s Modernisation Fund, paid out to 13 Member States for modernisation of their energy systems in line with EU targets, and from the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility.