Poland

According to the draft Energy Policy of Poland to 2040, the share of coal and lignite in electricity generation will be reduced from just under 80% in 2017 to 60% by 2030. The draft policy also places priority on long-term energy security, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, increasing energy efficiency and decarbonising the transport system. Nuclear power could play a significant role in the country’s energy supply and the country is making plans to deploy its first nuclear generation plant.

The implementation of the new Energy Policy will require significant investments to reduce the share of carbon-intensive power plants and increase the share of low-carbon energy. While the Polish energy infrastructure has been modernised, further investments are needed to strengthen integration with neighbouring markets. The latest IEA review of the energy policies of Poland from 2022 examines the existing infrastructure and makes recommendations for further improvements that are intended to guide the country towards a more secure and sustainable energy future.

Last updated May 20, 2022