The proposed law will “pave the way for a just transition in mining regions”, says the energy minister.
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Poland sees the EU’s third-fastest rise in electricity prices
The country now also has the bloc’s second-most-expensive electricity, when taking cost of living into account.
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Polish state power firm agrees €59m compensation package with workers at closing coal plant
Workers can receive severance payments of up to 400,000 zloty (€94,450) each.
Why Poland is clinging onto coal, despite the economic and environmental costs
Alicja Ptak
Poland’s energy transition is being held back by its legacy as a major coal producer and political inaction.
Coal produces less than half of Poland’s power for first time
Electricity produced from coal in April amounted to 6.5 terawatt-hours (TWh), almost 10% lower than last year.
Polish coal mining giant JSW posts record 7.3bn zloty loss in 2024
The state-owned firm attributed the results to falling coal prices, lower production volumes and the impact of a one-off write-off.
After year in power, Polish government is failing to fulfill its energy transition promises
Alicja Ptak
The coalition has not enacted a single law that would significantly advance the transition.
Thousands join miners protest in Warsaw against coal power plant closures
The protesters criticised the government for following EU green policies.
Poland produced record 29% of power from renewables in 2024
Coal continues to be the main source of electricity, accounting for almost 57% of Poland’s energy mix, the highest proportion in the EU.
Poland signs nuclear cooperation memorandum with Japan
Poland, which is seeking to develop its first nuclear power stations, hopes Japan can help it “build nuclear skills and competences”.
Poland ordered to pay £252m compensation to Australian firm for failed coal mine project
GreenX’s lawyers declared it a victory against Poland’s “resource nationalism”.
Court revokes environmental permit for Poland’s Turów coal mine
The permit was issued in violation of an agreement with the Czech Republic, on whose border the mine is located, found the court.
Polish state mining firm offers Black Friday discounts for online coal sales
The promotion – the first for the company – comes amid weak demand.
Poland expands subsidies for improving energy efficiency in homes to fight pollution and lower bills
The government hopes to replace half of the one million coal-fired boilers still in use in buildings containing multiple dwellings by 2030.
