Poland to invest PLN 45-50 billion in 5-6 new power units

Energy minister Krzysztof Tchórzewski told the press on Tuesday that Poland will conduct an investment program in the energy sector with a value of approx. PLN 45-50 billion with the aim of building 5-6 new power plants in the coming years. He explained that construction already underway and those that will be launched in the near future, will not be subject to restrictions imposed by the European Commission's proposed "winter package" which aims to cut CO2 emissions by at least 40 percent by 2030. According to the minister, the funds for the construction of new units will be provided, among others, by restricting the payment of dividends by energy companies.