PSG at the “Energy from Poland – Local First” forum in Rzeszów

The forum served as a platform for dialogue and the exchange of experiences regarding the development of the national supply chain, as well as strengthening the competitiveness and resilience of the Polish economy in the energy and defence sectors. The CEO of PSG took part in the panel discussion ‘The energy transition as an opportunity for Polish companies’. The discussion focused, amongst other things, on:

• the integration of Polish companies into supply chains,
• the importance of local content for energy security,
• investments in renewable energy sources, gas, heat and networks,
• regulatory and certification challenges.

- Nationwide, we invest over 3 billion zlotys a year. Over 93 per cent of our contractors meet the criteria for the definition of ‘local content’ – these are largely small and medium-sized enterprises. We are in line with the direction set by the Ministry of State Assets – we are committed to ensuring that large-scale investments build the capacity of local contractors. That is why we engage in dialogue with them – we organise meetings and training sessions on procurement tools, and we simplify requirements. Where financing is a barrier, we introduce solutions enabling faster payment for work carried out, on terms more favourable than market rates. Equally important are changes to the structure of contracts – shorter acceptance deadlines, reducing unnecessary downtime, and a rational approach to security deposits and contractual penalties. Our aim is to shape our cooperation in such a way that, on the one hand, we effectively protect the company’s interests, and on the other, we create conditions conducive to the development of the contractors working with us,” said the CEO. 

- Gas will remain a key element of the energy transition – as a stabilising and complementary fuel. The National Energy and Climate Plan (KPEiK) has recognised the potential for biomethane in Poland, estimating it at 3.2 billion m³ per year. This fuel is produced locally, from domestic raw materials and within a circular economy model. Biomethane not only helps to increase energy independence but also to build local content – developing Polish technologies, skills, jobs and businesses. The more distributed energy sources there are, the greater the system’s resilience and the greater Poland’s independence. That is why the development of biomethane should be viewed not only through the prism of the energy transition, but also of national security. “Participation in such events is an important part of our efforts to foster dialogue on the future of the sector and to actively support the development of domestic expertise in the energy sector,” emphasised the CEO. 

PSG’s participation in the event confirms the company’s active role in the debate on the direction of the energy transition in Poland and its consistent support for the development of the country’s economic and technological potential.