Offshore wind is emerging as one of the most reliable electricity sources in Poland’s energy system, with the latest turbine technology enabling capacity factors of 40 to 50 per cent, according to a press release issued by the Polish Wind Energy Association (PSEW).
The figures represent strong performance relative to other renewable energy sources and reflect advances in turbine design and siting that have significantly improved the predictability and output of offshore wind generation. PSEW says these results directly challenge persistent misconceptions circulating in Polish public debate about the reliability of offshore wind power.
Offshore wind development is gaining pace in Poland, with the country’s first commercial-scale project — the 1.2 GW Baltic Power farm — currently under construction and scheduled for completion in the second half of 2026. The farm, developed by PKN ORLEN and Northland Power, will supply approximately 3 per cent of Poland’s electricity demand once operational.
Poland has one of the most extensive offshore wind pipelines in the Baltic Sea region, with several further projects in advanced development and permitting stages. The PSEW press release is part of broader efforts by the sector to address public scepticism and ensure informed policy debate ahead of future auction rounds and grid planning decisions.
