Poland plans for end of coal, pivot to renewables and nuclear, by 2040

Published 15:09 on December 18, 2025 / Last updated at 15:09 on December 18, 2025 / / EMEA (Europe), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification, Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Poland is eyeing a greenhouse gas emissions reduction of as much as 75% by 2040, driven largely by cuts, and a coal phaseout, in the electricity and heat sectors, according to the country's latest draft energy and climate plan.
Poland is eyeing a greenhouse gas emissions reduction of as much as 75% by 2040, driven largely by cuts, and a coal phaseout, in the electricity and heat sectors, according to the country's latest draft energy and climate plan.


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