When the wind blows, but the grid says no: planning smarter wind projects in Poland

The site looks perfect. The wind conditions are promising, the local community supports the project and the initial permit discussions have started. But beneath the surface, a hidden risk remains: grid availability. In Poland’s dynamic wind market, success is not only about finding the right location. It is about knowing when a site can truly deliver power and whether the economy will hold until then.

Early stage decisions shape the entire project lifecycle. And in an environment where competition for land and grid capacity is accelerating, reliable data and speed are the decisive factors.

The Polish wind market: high ambitions, high complexity

Poland is one of the most promising wind energy markets in Europe. According to the country’s energy strategy (PEP2040), offshore wind capacity is planned to reach 18 GW by 2040. Onshore wind already contributes around 9.43 GW to the national grid. Recent changes to the 10H distance rule, now requiring only 700 meters between wind turbines and residential buildings, have opened up new areas for onshore development.

To read the full content, please download the PDF below.