Trzaskowski pledged to end Poland’s “embarrassment on the international stage and medieval anti-abortion law”.
Energy & Climate
Polish farmers hold “warning protests” across Poland
They oppose the proposed EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, the European Green Deal, and a potential ban on fur farms.
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Poland to launch scheme for “de-concreting” and regreening small towns
Recent years have seen many Polish towns replace greenery with concrete, a trend labelled betonoza (“concretitis”) by critics.
Poland files legal complaints against “authoritarian” EU climate policies
“The Polish government will not allow Brussels’ diktat,” says the climate minister.
Polish top court overturns decision to suspend environmental approval for Turów coal mine
The ruling was welcomed by the government, which says the mine is vital for Poland’s energy security.
Polish government outlines offer to buy coal assets from state energy firms
The move is part of a plan to wind down the use of coal and allow energy firms to focus on developing lower-emission sources.
Priest installs solar panels on historic church in Poland without permission
The priest says he wanted to reduce energy bills and follow Pope Francis’ call for a greener lifestyle.
Polish parliament approves bottle deposit system to boost recyling
The system, under which a deposit of 50 groszy will be added to the price of a bottle or can, is due to launch in 2025.
Poland becoming new top destination for Czech summer tourists
Visitors from the landlocked Czech Republic are in particular heading to the beaches of Poland’s Baltic Sea coast.
Poland plans 33% windfall tax on coal firms’ excess profits
The new levy will inject 2 billion zloty into the Polish budget in 2023 and is to be used to reduce electricity prices for consumers.
Design concept unveiled for Poland’s planned “mega-airport”
The designs were prepared by the firm of world-renowned British architect Sir Norman Foster.
Germany wants Poland to better protect Oder after report shows over half of fish have died
Meanwhile, a Polish government official has accused Germany of spreading disinformation.
Poland’s Orlen to buy 6 million tonnes of crude oil from BP, covering 15% of annual demand
“The contract with BP could be potentially a starting point for further cooperation in the energy transition,” says Orlen’s CEO.
Catholic diocese builds solar power plant in Poland
The facility will produce enough green energy to meet the demand of over 1,200 households.
