Latest announcement on poland s power generation and energy storage policy

How will a new energy scheme affect Poland?

The scheme will add at least 5.4 GWh of new capacity to Poland’s electricity grid as the country adapts to the fluctuating outputs associated with renewable sources such as wind and solar. EU balances climate targets with minimising competition distortions

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 are the new energy storage rules in Poland?

Poland's new rules state that energy storage facilities over 10MW require licensing to ensure they can provide services to Poland’s National Power System\. Facilities 10MW or smaller do not need licensing but do need to register with the transmission system operator or distribution system operator for their area.

Can Poland co-finance electricity storage facilities?

Credit: Phonlamai Photo/Shutterstock. Poland’s National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚiGW) has initiated a call for applications for co-financing electricity storage facilities. The programme, funded by the country’s Modernisation Fund, has a budget of more than 4bn zlotys ($1.02bn).

How will Poland's electricity sector change in the coming years?

Poland's electricity sector will undergo substantial changes in the coming years, primarily resulting from its planned transformation to a low-emission model. Poland’s energy policy aims to decarbonise its electricity supply and increase electrification, while maintaining electricity security and affordability for consumers.

What is Poland's energy policy?

Poland’s energy policy aims to decarbonise its electricity supply and increase electrification, while maintaining electricity security and affordability for consumers. The number of prosumers – those who both consume and produce power - is expected to increase rapidly to 1 million in 2025.