Polenergia is responsible for protecting the environment and developing sustainable society to ensure the well-being of present and future generations. The Group has always implemented its project in conformity with the highest social, environmental and ethical standards.
Polenergia meets the requirements of its stakeholders with respect to the environment, health and security areas, which includes the requirements of financial institutions (Equator Principles, IFC standards). By consciously selecting projects that are environmentally-friendly, it has been building the trust of banks and financial institutions. It complies with the local and European environmental protection law, analyzes the impact of the property development, construction and operating activity on the environment, maintains its emission limits and keeps accurate reporting.
Polenergia is engaged in environmental campaigns. In 2021, it took part, among others, in the UNEP GRID Green Ribbon for the Planet program, in which it rebuilt ecosystems, sowed honey meadows and planted several hundred trees. The Company also was active in the Gift for the Planet campaign, participating in the cleaning of the beach near the Sobieszewska Island. More details on the individual activities to support protection of the environment and biodiversity are available in the biodiversity tab.
Compliance with the applicable environmental laws and regulations is key for us. In 2022, no non-compliance with the above laws and regulations has occurred in the Polenergia Group.
In 2022, the Polenergia Group reduced significantly the volume of consumption of natural gas as compared to previous years. This was due to a change of the production profile and the market situation.
| POLENERGIA GROUP | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit | 2021 | 2022 | change y/y | |
| Used fuels in buildings and installations | ||||
| Natural gas | MWh | 544,534.7 | 287,362.3 | -47.2% |
| POLENERGIA GROUP | ||
|---|---|---|
| Unit | 2022 | |
| Electricity generated from renewable energy sources | MWh | 1,053,486.53 |
| – of which energy consumed on-site | MWh | 310.40 |
| Electricity generated from non-renewable energy sources | MWh | 80,955.34 |
| Total | MWh | 1,134,441.88 |
| Thermal energy generated | GJ | 427,227 |
| – of which energy consumed on-site | GJ | 11,504 |
The volume of waste generated by group companies in connection with the operation of facilities are related mainly to operational maintenance. The majority of operational companies contract maintenance services from external (maintenance) companies on the basis of long-term maintenance contracts. According to the Act on Waste, such waste is treated as waste produced by the maintenance companies and are reported by its owner (the maintenance company).
The activities undertaken to minimize the volume of waste generated include: care for the technical condition of machinery and equipment and timely maintenance, which prevents leaks or damages:
The 2024 season of the Active Meadow Harrier Protection Programme, run by Polenergia’s Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development Department, marked another success in conservation efforts for this unique species.
In April 2024, the Polenergia Group launched a new employee volunteer grant program called WE HAVE THE POWER!
From April 6th 2024 until the end of June, employees of Polenergia competed and motivated each other in the sports challenge POWER UP! Their kilometers, steps, and even exercise time were converted by Polenergia into a donation of 30,000 PLN in support of the CukierAsy Association!
The latest edition of classes on biodiversity protection was conducted as part of the project Play Green with Us!® These educational activities were carried out in local primary schools in the municipalities of Grabowo, Rajgród, Kwilcz, and in a kindergarten in the municipality of Żuromin.
The second edition of the educational project Play Green with Us! has come to an end. In the 2023/2024 school year, nearly 7,000 students from over 75 schools participated in the program. More than 2,600 lessons on ecology and climate protection were conducted.
On June 4th, Polenergia organized “Bee Day” at one of the Group’s photovoltaic farms located in the Sulechów municipality. The event was held for the second time in celebration of International Bee Day.
Polenergia Group, as part of its commitment to sustainable development and active protection of the environment, has taken more actions to increase biodiversity.
On 25 May 2024, the first employee volunteer event in the series MAMY MOC! – Eco Rafting on the Liwiec River. The event was attended by 55 Volunteers in 35 canoes, who combined physical activity with an ecological mission and mutual integration.
On April 22nd – as every year – we celebrated Earth Day. Observing this day is very important because it emphasizes concern for the environment and promotes ecological awareness. Through various activities and events, people are encouraged to reflect on the impact of their actions on the planet.
Our large-scale photovoltaic farm projects are not only about increasing renewable energy capacity in the Polish power system.
Aware of the importance of biodiversity as the foundation of life and an important factor in the well-being of people, the environment and the climate, Polenergia is actively involved in protecting ecosystems and enhancing biodiversity. For another year, we have taken action under the Re:Generation program, which is a direct response of UNEP/GRID-Warsaw to the Decade of Ecosystem Restoration announced by the UN from 2021 to 2030.
Polenergia Group, being a leader in the green energy transition, is actively involved in sustainable development. Our ambition is to continuously reduce the negative impact on the environment, primarily by reducing CO2 emissions while increasing biodiversity, not only on our investment sites.
For several years, Polenergia has been actively involved in campaigns dedicated to the environment. In 2020, we launched the Group Development Strategy, where the issue of climate change is indicated as the basis for the Group’s development.
Taking into account the need for physical activation, especially among children and youth, the Polenergia Group supports initiatives that encourage active lifestyles and promote healthy living. Priorities include projects targeting marginalized communities, children and youth, the elderly, people with disabilities, and children from dysfunctional families.
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