ORLEN's Baltic East Wind Farm Secures Environmental Approval

Project Overview

The Baltic East offshore wind project has secured an environmental decision from the Regional Directorate for Environmental Protection in Gdańsk. This approval is crucial for the project's participation in Poland's first offshore wind auction, aiming to deliver approximately 1 GW of installed capacity, enough to supply over 1.25 million households with clean energy.

Timeline and Development

The project is set to take part in the offshore wind auction scheduled for December, where the Energy Regulatory Office will select projects with a total capacity of up to 4 GW. The Baltic East project is now in a decisive phase, moving from finalizing permits to making the final investment decision and starting construction.

Local Involvement

Several dozen Polish companies are involved in the development of Baltic East, including those providing installation terminal services, advisory services, and conducting seismic and geotechnical surveys. The project aims to engage Polish companies extensively in component supplies, logistics, and service provision, strengthening the domestic value chain.

Environmental Considerations

Comprehensive environmental studies and analyses have been conducted, confirming that the proposed technical and organizational solutions will effectively limit the project's environmental impact. Measures include a corridor for migratory birds and protections against underwater noise.

Future Prospects

Baltic East is the second offshore wind farm by the ORLEN Group, located 22.5 km off the Baltic Sea coast. The project is part of a broader strategy to enhance Poland's energy security and provide affordable clean electricity, with full delivery of all related projects planned by 2040.