Poland and Lithuania are strengthening their cooperation for energy security
09.09.2026
Energy security, the development of renewable energy sources and the protection of critical infrastructure were the main topics of the meeting between Paulina Hennig-Kloska, Minister of Climate and Environment and Lukas Savickas, the Minister for Energy of Lithuania. The talks confirmed the commitment to further strengthening Polish-Lithuanian cooperation in the field of energy transition and addressing the key challenges facing the energy sector in the region.
At the meeting held on 7 September 2026, the ministers discussed cooperation in the scope of energy security, including mutual assistance in the event of grid failures, shared transformer reserves and the protection of critical infrastructure. Discussions also covered the development of renewable energy sources, with particular emphasis on the offshore sector, as well as cooperation under the Modernisation Fund and negotiations on the ETS2 system.
The ministers also exchanged experience in the area of economy electrification and green transition, as well as the ongoing work on the revision of the RED III Directive and regulations concerning governance after 2030.
The parties emphasised the importance of cooperation in the area of protecting energy networks and data centres, counteracting the activities of the Russian “shadow fleet”, and strengthening the security of raw material supplies, including biomass. The talks also covered issues relating to the Lithuanian Presidency of the Council of the EU.