The climate minister says the bill will help reduce electricity prices but the conservative opposition has criticised the plans.
energy
Poland celebrates “historic moment” as Baltic states cut links to Russian power grid
“This is the final step towards emancipation from the post-Soviet sphere of dependence,” declared President Duda.
We can only do this thanks to your support!
We are an independent, nonprofit media outlet, funded through the support of our readers.
If you appreciate the work we do, please consider helping us to continue and expand it.
US agency signs letter of intent to provide $1bn financing for Poland’s first nuclear plant
“The US is fully committed to supporting Poland’s energy transformation.”
Orlen secures €800m EIB loan to modernise Poland’s electricity network as part of green transition
The financing will be used to expand renewable energy connections and introduce smart grid technology.
Poland to extend energy price freeze next year following Trump’s election victory
“The change [of president] may also mean that the competitiveness of the US economy will still increase,” says Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
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 outlines financing plans for construction of first nuclear power plant
The government intends to spend over 60 billion zloty (€14 billion) on the nuclear plant, covering 30% of its total costs.
Poland seeks exemption from EU emission fees to supply Ukraine with electricity
“We are currently working on being able to burn Polish coal and send the electricity to Ukraine,” says Donald Tusk.
Poland’s biggest gas supplier to increase bills by around 50%
The opposition Law and Justice (PiS) party has called on the government to pass a law extending the gas price freeze.
Poland has EU’s second highest emissions in relation to size of economy
In terms of emissions per capita, Poland is fifth highest in the bloc.
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 wind farms break three output records in one day
So far this month, renewables have generated almost 43% of Poland’s electricity.
Polish firm receives licence for new solar technology that works indoors under artificial light
The technology is believed to be more efficient and cheaper than traditional silicon-based photovoltaics.
Experts concerned by new government’s decision to review nuclear plant location
Officials have emphasised that no decision on changing the location has been made.
