Poland

GoldenPeaks Capital and Envision sign deal for 1 GWh battery storage in Europe

GoldenPeaks Capital and Envision have signed a memorandum of understanding to deploy up to 1 GWh of next-generation battery energy storage systems across several European markets.

Sosnowiec entrusts Hekla Energy with powering public services with green electricity

From January 2026, the southern Polish city of Sosnowiec will power its municipal institutions entirely with renewable electricity under a public contract awarded to local provider Hekla Energy.

GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska receives final authorisation for its 204 MWp solar park

GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska has received the Final Operational Notification for its Zwartowo photovoltaic facility, marking a key regulatory milestone in the development of large-scale solar projects in Poland.
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Tusk refuses to hand over Ukrainian suspect to Germany over Nord Stream sabotage

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said it was not in Poland’s interest to extradite to Germany a Ukrainian citizen suspected of taking part in the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines in 2022.

GVH and Samsung C&T seal global alliance for BWRX-300 reactors

GVH and Samsung C&T join forces to accelerate international deployment of BWRX-300 small modular reactors, with a strong focus on Sweden and the consolidation of the nuclear supply chain.

Mars invests in 100 solar projects in Poland with GoldenPeaks Capital

Mars signs a major contract with GoldenPeaks Capital to develop over 100 solar plants in Poland, aiming to power its European operations and supply chain with renewable electricity.
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Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream sabotage faces possible extradition

Polish authorities have 40 days to decide on the extradition of a Ukrainian accused of participating in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines in the Baltic Sea.

Ukrainian suspected in Nord Stream sabotage held in Poland

Wanted by Germany for his alleged role in the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, a Ukrainian has been arrested in Poland and placed in provisional detention pending possible extradition.

Half of Europe’s power grid exposed to blackout risks

Up to 55% of Europe’s electricity system remains vulnerable due to weak interconnection capacity, increasing the risk of widespread outages in several countries, according to a new report.
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EVE Energy signs 500MWh with CommVOLT to accelerate European storage

EVE Energy seals a 500MWh strategic agreement with CommVOLT in Europe for commercial and industrial storage at Solar & Storage Live UK 2025, as its five MWh direct current system enters deployment.

EU allocates EUR76.3mn to support three cross-border energy projects

The European Commission allocates EUR76.3mn ($80.63mn) to three projects aiming to strengthen energy interconnections between Member States, focusing on onshore and offshore wind power and decarbonised district heating.

Poland reaches 100% gas storage level, surpassing European regulations

Warsaw has filled its natural gas storage capacity to the legal maximum, marking the highest level in the European Union as regulatory discussions on energy security intensify in Brussels.
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Cavendish secures €1.3mn contract to expand hydrogen station in Poland

Cavendish Hydrogen has signed a contract with PAK-PCE H2 Stations to upgrade the Rybnik station, which will now support a fleet of more than 30 hydrogen-powered buses in southern Poland.

Mostostal Warszawa commissions 18.3 MW solar power plant in Janikowo

Polish company Mostostal Warszawa has completed an 18.3 MW photovoltaic plant in Janikowo for PLN28.79mn ($6.67mn), integrated into a hybrid project combining solar and wind power at a shared grid connection point.

Brussels seeks to accelerate ban on Russian LNG in 19th sanctions package

The European Commission is preparing a new sanctions package including an accelerated ban on Russian liquefied natural gas, with negotiations already underway among member states.
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GreenYellow installs 653 kWc solar plant on CMC industrial site in Poland

GreenYellow has signed an agreement with manufacturer CMC to build a 653 kWc rooftop solar plant for self-consumption at its Andrychów site, strengthening its presence in Poland's industrial sector.

JSW restarts coal output with two new longwalls in September

Polish state-owned producer JSW confirms its 13.4 million tonnes production target for 2025 thanks to new equipment coming online, despite recent disruptions at multiple sites.

Poland urges European Union to end Russian oil imports by 2026

Poland’s energy minister calls on European Union member states to collectively commit to halting Russian oil purchases within two years, citing increasing geopolitical risks.
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Ukraine seeks $1bn to secure gas reserves ahead of winter

Despite gas stocks covering over 80% of winter needs, Kyiv must still import more to offset the impact of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure.

UK sanctions 70 tankers to reinforce Russian oil price cap

London has expanded its sanctions against Russia by blacklisting 70 new tankers, striking at the core of Moscow's energy exports and budget revenues.

Galileo strengthens its commitment to the Polish energy market with PAGRA

GALILEO, the pan-European development and investment platform for renewable energies, announces the acquisition of a further 65% of PAGRA, a provider of renewable energy solutions in Poland.

First Polish Reactor: Investigating Local Involvement

The Polish Economic Institute launches a study to assess the interest of Polish companies in participating in the construction of the country's first nuclear power plant.

Stopping gas transit via Ukraine redefines LNG routes

The end of Russian gas transit via Ukraine is forcing Europe to reorganize its LNG and pipeline supplies.
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In 2025, the Baltic States will leave the Soviet-era electricity grid behind.

The Baltic states have announced their disconnection from the Soviet power grid by February 2025, marking a crucial step towards energy independence from Russia.

JinkoSolar Partners with RELC and VI for 10 GW Plant in Saudi Arabia

JinkoSolar, RELC and VI announce a $1 billion investment for a solar cell and module production plant in Saudi Arabia with an annual capacity of 10 GW.

Electric trucks: MAN and E.ON plan 400 charging stations in Europe

MAN (Volkswagen Group) and E.ON are announcing the installation of 170 electric truck charging stations in Europe, with 400 terminals, by 2025, with the aim of reinforcing an almost non-existent network.
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A study on the conversion of coal-fired power plants recommends nuclear power

A study by the University of Michigan explores the conversion of US coal-fired power plants into nuclear reactors, while Slovenia, Croatia and France are considering energy conversion models.

Hungary promotes Geothermal Energy under EU Presidency

Hungary is focusing on geothermal energy during its EU presidency to attract investment and strengthen regulations.

Poland calls for EU Hydrogen Bank auction reforms

Poland is calling for reform of the EU's renewable hydrogen auctions to ensure fair competition between member states, in the face of Spanish and Portuguese dominance.
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WindEurope: Waiting for permits holds up European wind projects

Hundreds of gigawatts of wind power projects are awaiting permits to connect to the European grid, slowing down the transition to green energy, reports WindEurope.

ORLEN Group entrusts management of 142 MW of onshore wind power to OX2 in Poland

ORLEN Group has signed an asset management contract with OX2 for three wind farms in Poland totalling 142 MW. The aim of this collaboration is to optimize the performance of the fleets acquired in 2023. OX2 will manage the technical, commercial and financial aspects of the Ujazd, Dobrzyca and Wielkopolska wind farms. The aim is to improve the long-term value of assets.

Poland agrees to deploy modular reactors

OSGE signs agreements with North American companies to deploy SMR modular reactors in Poland, boosting the country's energy capacity.
La Pologne donne son accord pour déployer des réacteurs modulaires.

Senegal: First load of crude oil at Sangomar

Senegal loads its first crude oil cargo at Sangomar, marking a crucial stage in its energy and economic development, with production of 100,000 barrels a day.

Pacific Green Technologies acquires two storage projects in Poland

Pacific Green Technologies enters the Polish market with the acquisition of two 400 MWh energy storage projects.

PGE in Full Reflection on Nuclear Investment

PGE, Poland's leading energy company, is considering whether to invest in nuclear power in the next few years, according to its CEO. Uncertainty surrounds the project initiated by the former government.
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EU invests €2.967 billion to modernize energy systems in 10 countries

The European Commission is allocating nearly 3 billion euros to support 39 energy projects in 10 member states, aimed at modernizing infrastructures and reducing CO2 emissions.

Record growth for Offshore Wind in 2023

By 2023, the offshore wind industry had expanded significantly, laying the foundations for a decade of rapid growth thanks to key policy developments and strengthened collaborations.

VALOREM innovates with a carbon-free concrete wind turbine foundation

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies and the VALOREM Group have created the world's first wind turbine foundation using clinker-free, decarbonated concrete, opening up new prospects in the renewable energy sector.
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Germany receives European aid to move away from coal

Germany wins Brussels' approval to compensate for the energy transition in the coal-mining region of Lusatia, a key milestone in its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.

Uniper and WAP Energia join forces to build 600MW of onshore wind power in Poland

Uniper and WAP Energia launch six wind power projects in Poland, targeting a total capacity of 600 MW to strengthen their renewable energy portfolio.