208 energy-intensive companies in Poland receive over PLN 2.4 billion in support

The National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management (NFOŚiGW) announced on Tuesday that support for energy-intensive companies will be paid to 208 firms, with the total amount of aid exceeding PLN 2.4 billion. The fund explained on its website that financial support will be provided to 14 micro and small businesses, 55 medium-sized companies, and 139 large enterprises.

The aid ranges from a few thousand to several hundred million PLN, with the biggest beneficiaries being companies such as Azoty Group, ArcelorMittal Poland, and Huta Cynku "Miasteczko Śląskie".

The program was launched in February 2023 to support companies affected by sudden increases in gas and electricity prices. Eligible energy-intensive companies were able to apply for support until February 22, 2023.

Source: wnp.pl