October 11, 2024 14:19 GMT
RENEWABLES: Poland Ups Renewable Target, Lowers Coal Share In Updated NECP
RENEWABLES
Poland is targeting 59% renewable electricity in its mix by 2030 in its “active transformation” NECP draft, up from 43% in its 2023 plan, with the share of coal in the mix dropping to 21% from 47% last year, the Ministry of Energy said, cited by ISB News.
- Gas and hydrogen share is expected to rise to 12% from 6% by 2030.
- Additionally, Poland is aiming to cut emissions by 50.4% by 2030 and 70% by 2040.
- The plan is also estimated to reduce electricity generation prices by 13% by 2030 and by 33% by 2040.
- The ministry anticipates the NECP to be adopted at the turn of the year as it will enter the consultation phase for a few months.
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