WARSAW, March 24, 2025 – Poland’s largest utility, PGE, has announced plans to invest $4.7 billion in battery storage projects to support the country’s transition to renewable energy. The initiative will enhance grid stability as intermittent renewable capacity replaces coal-fired power generation.

CEO Dariusz Marzec stated that the company will allocate 6 billion zlotys ($1.55 billion) for six large-scale storage projects, with an additional 12 billion zlotys ($3 billion) set aside for smaller facilities nationwide.

PGE aims to develop 85 battery storage projects, increasing its total energy storage capacity to 17,000 MWh, which is enough to power approximately 2.5 million households. This move is part of PGE’s broader strategy to expand renewable energy and reduce reliance on coal.

As Poland’s leading power producer, PGE operates a diverse energy mix, including coal, natural gas, wind, solar, and hydropower. The company is also actively investing in offshore wind farms and other clean energy solutions.

The global demand for battery storage is accelerating, with annual investments expected to surpass $50 billion by 2030. Regions such as Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific are driving adoption as governments implement policies to support the clean energy transition.

Source: theenergyyear.com