Energy sources’ security and their development were the main topics of
discussion during the National Energy Summit OSE, that took place on May
25 th and 26 th in Gdańsk.

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“The discussion about the energy sector is gaining a broader meaning” – said 
Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodship Mieczysław Struk during the first
day of the summit.

Europe’s energy security, off-shore and on-shore, transformation process,
pure energy, local content and the Pomeranian energy mix were just some topics of
discussion panels, in which entrepreneurs, scientists and politicians took part.

“Pomerania is a unique place. We are one of the most important hubs of the country:
logistical, energy and digital” –Marshal Struk said during the summit.

Security is everyone’s concern

The most often mentioned topic during the summit was the construction of the
nuclear power plant in Choczewo. Panellists underlined the importance of this
endeavour, especially since construction works have begun on site this year. How
key is this for the energy security, development of the sources, as well as achieving
the EU norms, which are getting increasingly strict? Experts didn’t leave any doubts,
how important is this investment, because the power plant will supply Poland with
around 15% of the country’s electricity demand.

“Security is everyone’s concern.
Local governments’ and residents’.” – underlined Marshal Struk.

But this milestone investment isn’t the only way the region is handling the issue of
energy sources diversification.

“In the coming years, thanks to ongoing investments,
Pomerania will be one of the main producers of electricity.” – noted Grzegorz
Walczukiewicz, climate coordinator at Gdańsk-Gdynia-Sopot Metropolitan Area –
“What’s important is that our investments are focused on green and emission-free
energy, that will make it the frontrunner of energy transition in Poland and Europe.”

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The sea wind fuels the transformation

Another topic praised at OSE was Pomerania's investment in offshore wind farms.
Not long ago, construction began on a wind farm dozens of kilometres out to sea, off
the coast of Łeba. In addition, the connected onshore infrastructure will allow for
storing the energy produced out at sea. What makes this investment even more
comprehensive is that it doesn’t just create a new, cheaper source of zero-emission
energy. The project also applies the "local content" concept, which aims to involve
Polish companies as much as possible in infrastructure and energy projects.

“The transition is not just about the climate, it is an economic responsibility,” said the
Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodeship during the opening of OSE.

For the region

Foreign guests at OSE also appreciated the region’s development.

“It was interesting to discuss how investments in Pomerania are becoming increasingly
significant for Poland’s energy landscape.” - noted Beata Virsumirska, Energy Attache
of the Lithuanian Embassy in Poland - “Through major energy infrastructure developments
and strategic projects, the region is helping to enhance Poland’s energy security,
increase system resilience, diversify energy sources, and support the country’s long-
term energy transition ambitions.”

“This is our region’s biggest opportunity for growth, and we need to use it wisely. One
tool for this could be an efficiently run Metropolitan Area, where decisions are made
together for the common good,” Grzegorz Walczukiewicz concluded.

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The 14th edition of the National Energy Summit came at a crucial time. With an
uncertain geopolitical situation and upcoming EU climate restrictions, the ongoing
search for diversified energy sources keeps both the country and the region secure.
Pomerania is clearly a place with investment potential, but all actions taken in the
region share a common denominator, which the Marshal aptly summarized:

“The most important infrastructure is people.”