Overview
PW Kamieńsk is an operational onshore wind farm in Poland, owned by PGE. With a capacity of 31 MW, it contributes to Poland's renewable energy transition under the EU Renewable Energy Directive.
PW Kamieńsk is an onshore wind farm located in Poland, owned by PGE, one of the country's largest energy companies. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 31 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind farms in Europe. The wind farm operates under Poland's regulatory framework aligned with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, which sets a 42.5% renewable energy target by 2030. Poland has been expanding its wind capacity to meet these goals, with onshore wind being a key technology. The facility uses modern wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, feeding into the national grid. Environmentally, the PW Kamieńsk wind farm helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. Its location in central Poland benefits from moderate wind resources. The facility supports Poland's energy security and contributes to local economic development through job creation and land lease payments to landowners.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in a region with moderate wind speeds suitable for energy generation. Onshore wind farms like PW Kamieńsk can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility supports Poland's shift away from coal, reducing air pollution and carbon emissions.
Frequently asked questions
PW Kamieńsk is an onshore wind farm located in Poland, near the town of Kamieńsk in the Łódź Voivodeship.
The wind farm has a capacity of 31 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale facility in the European context.
The facility is owned by PGE, Poland's largest energy company, which operates a portfolio of renewable and conventional power plants.
Under the EU Renewable Energy Directive III, Poland aims for 42.5% renewable energy by 2030. PW Kamieńsk helps meet this target by generating clean electricity from wind.
Onshore wind farms can affect local landscapes and wildlife, particularly birds and bats. However, proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these impacts.