Highlights

• Poland and Spain exchanged views on the development of renewable energy.  
• Poland presented the growth rate of renewable capacity (approx. 30 GW over the last decade) and plans for the development of offshore wind energy on the Baltic Sea (17.9 GW by 2040), as well as the growing role of hydrogen technologies. 
• Both countries stressed that they are struggling with the effects of climate change. 
• The Spanish side discussed the importance of the Consortium for Compensation and Insurance model as a tool for responding to growing climate risks. 
• It was agreed to further strengthen expert cooperation, continue dialogue at ministerial level and make joint preparations for the next COP summit. 

During the meeting, participants discussed experiences and solutions to support both countries on their path towards a green transition, as well as in the fight against climate change.  

Poland presented the scale of the acceleration in the development of renewable energy sources. Over the last decade, approximately 30 GW of renewable energy capacity has been deployed, which strengthens energy sovereignty and reduces energy costs. The development of offshore wind energy on the Baltic Sea plays a particular role. By 2040, it is expected to provide 17.9 GW of new installed capacity and strengthen the security of the national electricity system. Hydrogen technologies are also becoming increasingly important in the decarbonisation process.  

Our countries have a great deal in common, and one such area is undoubtedly the energy transition. Poland is rapidly expanding its renewable energy sector, recognising not only the need to meet emission reduction targets but also the need to diversify its energy sources

– emphasised Paulina Hennig-Kloska, the Minister of Climate and Environment

The Minister also expressed her gratitude for the fruitful cooperation on the development of Spanish investments in Poland, an example of which is Baltic Power, an offshore wind farm with a capacity of approximately 1.2 GW.  

Spain and Poland face climate challenges 

Spain is one of the EU’s leaders in the development of renewable energy sources, yet it is also among the countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Increasingly frequent natural disasters highlight the importance of the Consortium for Compensation and Insurance model. For Spain, this is a key mechanism for responding to growing climate risks.  

Both sides emphasised that the challenges associated with climate change – including large-scale floods – are a shared experience, making the exchange of knowledge on adaptation measures and emergency response systems particularly important. 

Strengthening cooperation 

The talks also highlighted the importance of the ongoing constructive dialogue on climate policy and the active involvement of Spanish representatives in preparing joint initiatives for the next COP summit.  

Representatives from both countries declared their willingness to strengthen expert-level cooperation and their readiness for further meetings at ministerial level. The meeting thus set out further directions for cooperation, confirming a solid foundation for joint initiatives.  

Continued in-depth cooperation in the areas of energy transition, climate protection and the exchange of best practices will undoubtedly bring many benefits to Poland and Spain

– noted the Minister of Climate and Environment, Paulina Hennig-Kloska.