The Energy Regulatory Office (URE) has announced the 2025 auction schedule for electricity from renewable energy sources (RES), presenting a significant investment opportunity. Between 1–9 July, seven auctions will offer 75.9 TWh of green energy with a total ceiling value exceeding PLN 31 billion just (€ 7,3 billion). Eligible technologies span biogas, biomass, hybrid systems, high-efficiency cogeneration, hydropower, bioliquids, geothermal, photovoltaics, and onshore wind segmented by installation power.
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Pre-qualification is open year-round.
While formal auction announcements will follow legal publication protocols, pre-qualification is open year-round. Investors are encouraged to initiate the application process promptly to secure project eligibility and ensure timely participation in Poland’s evolving RES support scheme.
Photovoltaics and onshore wind energy on the final two days
As in previous years, the final auction sessions will focus on photovoltaics and onshore wind. These will take place in two power-based baskets up to 1 MW and above 1 MW on 8 and 9 July.
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2025 auctions are open only to new installations
The 2025 RES auctions in Poland will be restricted to new installations only, in line with the Council of Ministers’ Ordinance from 27 September 2022, which governs auction volumes and values through 2027. For investors, this creates a focused opportunity to develop and finance qualifying projects under a transparent regulatory framework. To participate, economic operators must register on the online auction platform and submit an application for a certificate of admission. The required documentation and data are outlined in Article 75 of the RES-Act. Only applications that meet strict legal and procedural requirements, detailed in the announcement of 13 October 2023, will be accepted and processed.
Early action recommended
Investors are advised to act early: preparing a compliant application and securing admission is a critical milestone in accessing Poland’s auction-based RES support system. Early engagement reduces regulatory risk and ensures strategic positioning ahead of the July auction dates.
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Reapplying for auction admission
For investors managing previously qualified renewable energy projects, the Energy Regulatory Office allows for streamlined reapplication to obtain a new certificate of auction admission. This is essential when a prior certificate has expired or changes have occurred in the project’s legal or technical parameters. reapplications are submitted via the online auction platform using the reapply function, available within the application list or “my installations“ tabs. The platform auto-fills current installation data, allowing for updates as needed.
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30-day decision window
Once a complete application is submitted, the President of the Energy Regulatory Office is legally obligated to issue—or formally deny—a certificate of auction admission within 30 days. For investors, this statutory timeframe provides a clear expectation for planning auction participation and aligning project timelines with administrative milestones. Timely submission of a fully compliant application is essential to ensure eligibility and avoid last-minute barriers to entry. (mg)
