Poland has announced an ambitious economic strategy for 2025, which involves a record investment of 700 billion zlotys, with a strong focus on energy transformation. During the presentation at the Warsaw Stock Exchange, Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Finance Minister Andrzej Domański outlined the central pillars of the plan, which aims to modernise the country’s energy system and enhance its energy security.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office, this programme is based on six strategic pillars: investment in science, energy transformation, modern technologies, port and railway development, a dynamic capital market, and support for business cooperation. A significant portion of these funds will be allocated to modernising transmission networks, increasing energy generation capacity, and promoting distributed energy, biogas, and energy storage.

Expansion of Energy Infrastructure: 65 Billion Zlotys Investment

One of the core objectives of this strategy is to modernise the country’s energy infrastructure. Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne (PSE), the national transmission system operator, will oversee a 65 billion zloty investment to upgrade Poland’s electricity grid. The plan includes the construction of 30 new power stations, the modernisation of more than 100 existing stations, and the installation of 5,000 kilometres of new transmission lines.

Finance Minister Domański highlighted the importance of these investments, stating that “PSE will invest 65 billion zlotys in the development of the grid in Poland: 30 new substations will be built, more than 100 substations will be modernised, and over 5,000 km of new lines will be constructed. These are real investments that will drive the economy and help reduce energy prices.”

Nuclear Power: Casubia and a New Private-Sector Plant

The development of nuclear energy is also a fundamental part of the government’s energy strategy. Poland is advancing the construction of its first nuclear power plant in Casubia, aiming to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and ensure a stable energy supply.

Additionally, the government is planning to designate a second site for a new nuclear power plant, which will be financed through private investment.

On this topic, Domański explained that “Access to stable and affordable energy sources is crucial for Poland’s future economic development.” The inclusion of nuclear energy in the National Energy Plan reflects the necessity of diversifying the country’s energy mix, aligning with Poland’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and meeting European Union climate targets.

Offshore Wind Energy: Record-Breaking Investments in the Baltic Sea

The development of offshore wind farms is another major priority within the plan, positioning Poland as a leader in renewable energy in Eastern Europe.

During the announcement, Prime Minister Donald Tusk recalled his recent participation in the symbolic inauguration of the construction phase of the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm, one of the most ambitious projects in the Baltic Sea.

Tusk highlighted the scale of the initiative, stating: “Polish investments will break records. This is not just one of the largest investments in our history—recently inaugurated offshore wind turbines in the Baltic Sea—but, as you all know, this is just the beginning.”

The government has also emphasised that the Baltic Sea has become a strategic region within NATO, which will lead to increased efforts to protect critical energy infrastructure in this area.

Finance Minister Domański underlined the magnitude of the financial commitment, saying: “We are investing in new capacity in the energy system. Offshore wind farms are being built in Polish waters. We are beginning to invest in nuclear power. For this year alone, we have secured almost 5 billion zlotys, and in total, we have managed to secure 60 billion zlotys.”

The Impact of Poland’s National Energy Plan

The National Energy Plan lays out a roadmap for reducing coal dependency, which currently accounts for more than 70% of the country’s electricity generation.

The programme’s key objectives include cutting CO₂ emissions by 30% by 2030, expanding the installed capacity of renewable energy to 50% by 2040, and developing energy storage infrastructure to enhance grid stability.

Government representatives have made it clear that energy transformation is not merely an environmental transition but a strategic necessity to ensure Poland’s industrial competitiveness. In this regard, Domański stressed the critical importance of these investments, stating: “The energy projects we are implementing are of fundamental importance in ensuring a stable and competitive energy supply for Polish industry.”

Poland’s 2025 economic plan represents an unprecedented investment in the country’s history. With 700 billion zlotys, a significant portion of which is dedicated to energy transformation, the government aims to establish Poland as a regional leader in energy infrastructure, renewable energy, and economic stability.

The combined investments in transmission networks, nuclear energy, and offshore wind farms underscore Poland’s commitment to modernising its energy system and aligning with European climate goals.

Through this plan, the country is not only working to diversify its energy mix but also striving to enhance energy security, lower costs, and lay the foundations for sustainable economic growth.