The year 2025 is poised to bring significant changes to Poland’s energy market. These include extended energy price caps, updated net-billing rules, and refreshed funding programs like “Clean Air” and “My Electrician.” While these initiatives aim to accelerate Poland’s energy transition, the sector faces pressing challenges, including a shortage of specialists and the need to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Jacek Zarzycki, Business Development Manager at Eaton, highlights five key areas shaping Poland’s energy landscape in 2025.
1. Energy Price Caps Extended
For individual consumers, the energy price cap will remain in place until September 30, 2025, limiting electricity costs to a maximum of 500 PLN/MWh (plus excise tax and VAT). Municipalities, however, will only benefit from the fixed rate until March 2025.
It remains uncertain how energy prices will evolve after the cap expires. A noteworthy development in August 2024 was the introduction of dynamic tariffs by distributors. These tariffs adjust based on factors such as demand, time of day, and grid load. Consumers with smart meters and the ability to manage energy consumption effectively can benefit most from these solutions. To leverage this, energy management systems are essential, enabling real-time planning and optimization of energy use.
2. New Opportunities for Prosumers
The popularity of micro photovoltaic (PV) installations is expected to grow in 2025, bolstered by the extension of the “My Energy” program. For the first time, the program requires the installation of energy or heat storage systems integrated with PV panels. Such setups enhance energy self-consumption and stabilize the grid.
A major change for prosumers is the return to monthly settlement rates under the net-billing system. According to amendments to the Renewable Energy Act, PV owners can choose between monthly or hourly settlement rates. The hourly option offers higher returns for unused energy, increasing from 20% to 30%. Additionally, the amended act streamlines the investment process for renewable energy sources (RES), shortening approval timelines for PV installations, heat pumps, and energy storage systems.
3. Buildings at the Center of Energy Transition
In 2025, investments in building energy efficiency will gain momentum, supported by the revamped “Clean Air” program scheduled to launch on March 31, 2025. Preliminary plans suggest discontinuing subsidies for gas boilers and replacing energy audits with on-site specialist evaluations. Funds will be distributed directly to beneficiaries rather than installers. The program aims to enhance building energy efficiency and reduce emissions through thermal modernization.
4. Challenges in Electromobility
Electromobility will be a focal point in 2025, with the launch of the “My Electrician 2.0” program, boasting a budget of over 1.6 billion PLN. This iteration is exclusively for individuals and sole proprietors, excluding other business entities that were key beneficiaries of the initial program. This exclusion raises concerns about the program’s budget utilization and the broader development of electromobility in Poland.
Another pressing issue is the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, which remains insufficient to meet the rising demand from an increasing number of electric vehicles entering the market.
5. The Need for Specialists
A persistent shortage of qualified workers in Europe has prompted renewable energy technology manufacturers to develop modular, prefabricated solutions that are faster and easier to install. This trend is likely to continue in 2025.
Poland can address this skills gap by leveraging EU Cohesion Fund resources, with over €6 billion allocated for skill development between 2021 and 2027. These funds offer the potential to increase the number of skilled installers and accelerate the deployment of technical solutions supporting the energy transition.
Poland’s energy market in 2025 promises significant advancements but also faces substantial challenges. By addressing workforce shortages, promoting smart energy management, and supporting key initiatives like electromobility, Poland can take meaningful strides toward a more sustainable future.
Source: Manager Plus
