Overview
EW Kisielice is a 41 MW onshore wind farm in Poland, operated by PGE. It contributes to Poland's renewable energy capacity under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
EW Kisielice is an operational onshore wind farm located in Poland, owned and operated by PGE, one of the country's largest energy companies. With a capacity of 41 megawatts, it represents a medium-scale wind installation within Poland's growing renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under Poland's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (2023/2413), which sets a binding target of 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. Poland has been expanding its wind capacity to meet these targets, supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid connection frameworks. The 41 MW capacity places EW Kisielice among the moderate-sized wind farms in the region. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports Poland's transition away from coal. Onshore wind farms like EW Kisielice require careful siting to minimize visual and land-use impacts, as well as potential effects on local bird and bat populations. The facility plays a role in diversifying Poland's energy mix and enhancing energy security.
Environmental context
Poland's energy transition from coal to renewables involves significant land-use changes, with onshore wind farms requiring large open areas. Wind turbines can impact local bird and bat populations through collisions and habitat disruption. Proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects. The region's agricultural landscape provides suitable locations for wind energy development.
Frequently asked questions
EW Kisielice is an onshore wind farm located in Poland, with coordinates approximately 53.6005 N, 19.2690 E.
EW Kisielice has a capacity of 41 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale wind farm in Poland.
EW Kisielice is owned and operated by PGE, Poland's largest energy company.
The wind farm operates under Poland's implementation of the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which targets 42.5% renewable energy by 2030, supported by national feed-in tariffs and grid connection policies.
Onshore wind farms in Poland must address visual impacts, land use, and potential effects on bird and bat populations. Environmental impact assessments are required to mitigate these issues.