- yesterday
Poland signs deal to prepare second nuclear plant, with Bełchatów and Konin still preferred
The Ministry of Energy, PEJ and PGE signed an agreement on Tuesday, 13 October, making PEJ the investor and coordinator and giving PGE the location analyses and feasibility studies. The updated national nuclear programme targets selecting a technology partner in 2027, with construction around 2032.
- 2d ago
Poland caps petrol 95 at 7.06 zł and diesel at 8.02 zł from Tuesday
From Tuesday, 13 October 2026, petrol 95 may cost up to 7.06 zł per litre, up 9 groszy, while diesel falls 4 groszy to 8.02 zł under the third CPN package.
- 6d ago
Grzegorz Braun joins German AfD in Lubmin to urge reopening of Nord Stream pipelines
Polish MEP Grzegorz Braun appeared alongside AfD lawmakers at the Lubmin distribution hub, calling for Poland to become a stakeholder in reviving Russian gas flows.
- 6d ago
Poland begins ordering long-lead components for first nuclear plant in Choczewo
Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe commissioned Westinghouse to procure six critical components for the country's first AP1000 nuclear reactor, targeting initial electricity generation in 2036.
- Oct 6
Poland detains five former and current Orlen managers over 2023 fuel price manipulation
Security officers in Poland arrested former board member Michał R. and four executives over artificially lowered fuel prices that caused shortages across 600 stations.
- Oct 6
EDF pitches Konin and Bełchatów proposals as Poland plans 2027 nuclear site decision
French utility EDF has evaluated water resources in Konin as Poland narrows candidate sites to Konin and Bełchatów for its second nuclear plant, with contractor selection set for 2027.
- Oct 5
Poland raises maximum fuel prices for Friday, 9 October, as CPN relief continues
Petrol may cost up to 6.90 zł per litre on Friday, up 7 groszy from Thursday, as the energy minister sets new caps under the CPN package. Road hauliers say the relief they receive is marginal next to their fuel costs.
- Oct 3
Poland targets year-end nuclear EPC contract as surveys show public backing for energy sovereignty
Warsaw aims to finalize an engineering and construction contract with Westinghouse and Bechtel for the Choczewo nuclear plant by late 2026, while new surveys reveal Polish consumers prioritize domestic technology sovereignty despite household bill concerns.
- Oct 3
PiS leaders clash as Czarnek and Obajtek push to roll back 2022 Polish Deal health tax
Law and Justice politicians Przemysław Czarnek and Daniel Obajtek defended proposals to repeal the party's 2022 health contribution reforms, rejecting criticism from former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki.
- Oct 1
Poland adjusts fuel price caps for 6 October as 60% windfall tax enters force
Energy Minister Miłosz Motyka announced maximum fuel price caps for 6 October 2026, raising petrol limits by up to 7 groszy while lowering diesel by 6 groszy under the CPN 3.0 scheme.
- Oct 1
Poland plans 440 billion PLN grid upgrade as Katowice energy summit debates market reform
Energy officials and industry leaders gathered at the Energy Days conference in Katowice to address grid modernization, distributed power targets, and supply chain sovereignty.
- Sep 24
Polish government and president clash over fuel tax bills as pump prices rise
The Polish government and President Karol Nawrocki are locked in a legislative standoff over competing fuel price relief bills as petrol reaches 7.9 zlotys per litre.
- Sep 11
Poland's National Security Bureau demands answers over reported police plans at Constitutional Tribunal
BBN head Bartosz Grodecki asked Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński to clarify reports of potential police action at the Constitutional Tribunal in Warsaw on Friday.
- Aug 8
Polish fuel prices set to ease as wholesale costs fall, but government stalls on subsidy return
Diesel above 8 zł and Pb95 at 7.55 zł per litre could drop 20-40 groszy by mid-August as wholesale prices retreat, but the government has delayed reinstating its fuel subsidy package while a windfall tax remains blocked by the president.
- Jul 16
Poland's cabinet okays stripped-back short-term rental bill, cutting local Airbnb bans and triggering coalition rift
The Council of Ministers adopted a short-term rental bill on 15 July 2026, but removed provisions that would have let municipalities create zones free of short-term lets, sparking a public feud between deputy prime ministers.
- Jul 11
Pellet prices climb 20-30% year-on-year ahead of winter, Polish housing cooperatives warn of steep increases
Polish households face rising heating expenses after pellet prices surged 20-30% over the past year, driven by growing demand and shrinking wood supply. Housing cooperatives and furnace owners are being warned of higher bills ahead of winter 2026/2027.
- Jun 29
Poland’s fuel cap and VAT cut end Tuesday; analysts see 40–60 groszy hike from July 1
The three‑month CPN package of maximum prices and reduced VAT on motor fuels expires on June 30. From Wednesday, drivers face a jump of 40–60 groszy per litre as the 8% VAT rate returns to 23%, pushing Pb95 towards 6.50 PLN.
- Jun 17
Poland's fuel price cap rises for Wednesday as excise tax cut expires, pushing all grades above 6 zł per litre
The energy ministry set Wednesday's maximum pump prices higher across all three fuel grades, with Pb95 reaching 6.10 zł per litre, the day after the temporary excise duty reduction expired on 15 June.
- Jun 16
Poland begins unwinding fuel-price shield as excise cut expires, VAT reduction stays until end of June
The Ministry of Finance confirmed on Monday that the reduced excise duty on motor fuels will expire on 16 June, while the lower 8% VAT rate and maximum-price mechanism remain in force until 30 June.
- Jun 13
Poland extends fuel VAT cut and price caps to end of June, but excise break will expire June 15
Warsaw published a regulation on Friday extending the 8 percent VAT on motor fuels and daily maximum prices until 30 June, while a source close to the Ministry of Finance confirmed the reduced excise duty will not be renewed beyond 15 June.
