All articles by Jakub Wysocki

The success of a wind energy project depends not only on finding a suitable location and securing financing. It is also crucial to coordinate spatial planning, environmental procedures and cooperation with the municipality from the outset. If these processes are not aligned, the project may face delays, additional costs and changes to its plans. In this article, we explain what investors in Poland should consider and how to identify permitting risks at an early stage.

Access to the grid is increasingly decisive in determining whether an onshore wind project in Poland can be developed and financed. The new rules change the process for obtaining connection conditions by introducing additional fees, security requirements and shorter deadlines, while also creating new flexible connection models. We explain what these changes mean for investors and which risks should be considered at the project planning stage.

The amendment to the Energy Law changes the rules for connecting renewable energy installations to the grid and increases investors’ responsibility for the actual progress of their projects. Shorter deadlines, mandatory security and flexible connection models are intended to prevent grid capacity from being blocked by so-called “zombie projects” and to improve the use of existing infrastructure.

Development of Wind and Photovoltaic Projects | Perspective of Investors from DACH Countries | Status as of April 2026

The year 2026 brings significant regulatory changes for onshore wind energy investments in Poland. Three parallel legislative projects may substantially affect planning, grid connection, and the implementation of wind projects.

On 27 November 2025, the Conference of the German-Polish Wind Energy Club (DPWEC / NPKEW) took place in Poznań, combined with the Annual General Meeting of the Club’s Members. The event gathered representatives of leading energy companies, investors, legal advisors, and renewable energy experts from Poland and Germany, becoming an important platform for exchanging experience and insights into the future development of renewable energy.

From 12 to 14 November 2025, the 33rd edition of Windenergietage took place at Kongresshotel Potsdam — one of the largest and most important wind energy events in Germany. This year’s conference brought together 4,419 participants representing nearly 500 companies, associations, foundations, and media outlets from the wind energy sector.

Changing the use of a building structure is becoming increasingly important in the context of urban development, changes in business activity profiles, or the more efficient use of existing spaces. An investment process of this nature requires meticulous compliance with construction law regulations to ensure the legality and safety of the undertaken activities.

Poland's wind energy sector is on the verge of significant legislative changes that could greatly impact the development of renewable energy sources. The government’s draft amendment to the Wind Farm Investment Act aims to liberalize location regulations and simplify investment procedures, accelerating the construction of new installations and enhancing the country’s energy security.