„There are no substantive grounds for denying approval of the PGE management board for the 2020-2024 term. During this period, the management board has implemented a number of important actions for Poland’s energy security,” Wojciech Dąbrowski, former PGE CEO, tells BiznesAlert.pl.
EU will subsidize construction of Polish installation port
The European Commission has approved public aid for the construction of an offshore wind farm installation port in Gdańsk. The funding will amount to 194 million euros and will take place within the framework of the National Reconstruction Plan.
PSEW: Changing the 10H rule will unblock offshore investments
„The Ministry of Climate and Environment has introduced into the list of legislative works a draft law amending the act on investments in wind power plants and certain other acts (UD89). The adoption of the draft by the Council of Ministers is planned for the third quarter of 2024. Poland’s wind potential could reach 41.4 GW by 2040 thanks to a change in the minimum distance from buildings from 700 to 500 meters,” the Polish Wind Energy Association (PSEW) said in a statement.
NATO may take over Gdyńkong in case of conflict
CNN has established that NATO allies are exploring the possibility of seizing critical infrastructure from China in the event of a conflict.
Bando: Poland will transmit more oil to Germany without losses at domestic refineries
Deputy Minister of Climate and Environment Maciej Bando said that PERN is able to significantly increase oil transit to the Schwedt refinery in Germany without harming Polish refineries. The Leuna refinery is also interested in increasing supplies through Gdańsk by 1-1.5 million tons in 2024.
Poland must invest 1.9 trillion EUR to achieve climate neutrality
Poland faces a huge challenge to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. It is estimated that the country needs an additional 1.9 trillion euros for investment during this period, which translates into an annual demand of 83 billion euros.
Jakóbik: NATO will defend energy infrastructure from Russia as well as China
NATO promises to defend the Baltic Pipe and takes a jab at China for supporting Russia. It will also give Ukraine the tools to defend the energy sector from attacks – writes Wojciech Jakóbik, editor-in-chief at BiznesAlert.pl.
The government wants to subsidize biogas to generate more energy
The Ministry of Climate and Environment wants to increase funds for the development of biogas and biomethane by two billion. In addition, it aims to produce 420 MW from biological gas in the Polish energy mix.
Jakóbik: Poland to better protect its critical infrastructure
The Government Security Center has proposed legislation to better protect critical infrastructure, including in the energy sector. At the same time the President has offered recommendations for the defence strategy. Poland is preparing for incidents, of which there are more and more in Europe – writes Wojciech Jakóbik, editor-in-chief at BiznesAlert.pl.
The Polish Army will receive repair kits for the core of its air defense system
The Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland will acquire repair kits, laboratory equipment, ammunition trucks and trainings for Pilica+air defense systems.