Agata Pyka and Lena Bäunker
Opponents are concerned by the project’s environmental impact.
Energy & Climate
EU court rejects Poland’s complaint over unpaid coal mine fines
The European Commission to levy €68.5 million in unpaid fines from Poland, found the Court of Justice of the European Union.
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Polish state energy firm to build €430m gas-steam power plant with Siemens
The plant will have a capacity of 563 MW, and is expected to later run entirely on hydrogen.
Poland “disappointed” by EU willingness to pay for Russian gas in roubles
The European Commission has reportedly presented an interpretation of how to pay in roubles for Russian gas without violating sanctions.
Gas interconnector to soon link Poland and Slovakia, says Polish President
The two neighbours also agreed to lobby for Ukraine’s EU membership.
As Russia turns off the gas, Poland finds ways to keep supplies flowing
James Jackson
A mix of long-term planning and cooperation with allies is keeping the energy market in Poland stable.
Polish state energy firm pledges to ensure oil supplies to region in case of Russian oil embargo
The announcement comes as the European Commission yesterday unveiled plans to ban the import of Russian oil.
Gas cut to a dozen municipalities in Poland after Russian supplier put on sanctions list
The government has assured that it is undertaking actions to resume supplies to those affected.
Coal burning banned in Warsaw to combat air pollution
A ban on burning coal to heat homes will be introduced in Warsaw next year and in surrounding districts in 2028.
The impact of the war on Poland’s energy transformation
Urszula Schwarzenberg-Czerny
Economic, military and climate scenarios reveal the complexities of Poland’s situation.
Polish Left proposes “Europe Day” holiday and leasing German nuclear plants
Poland’s left-wing opposition party has unveiled a new set of policies focused on supporting Ukraine and “de-Putinising Europe”.
Polish wind sector warns of construction delays due to Ukrainian workers returning home to fight
“Construction sites are deserted,” says the Polish Wind Energy Association, which also notes that fuel and materials are more expensive.
Poland unveils “most radical plan in Europe” for ending Russian energy imports
The prime minister criticised countries “not doing anything” to reduce reliance on Russia and the EU for not taking more decisive action.
Poland moves to end rule banning onshore wind construction
Poland was among Europe’s leaders in installing wind capacity, but new restrictions saw investment dry up after 2016.
