Poland modernises heat networks with EU funding and pushes biogas use

Poland is upgrading its district heating infrastructure using European Union funds administered by the National Fund for Environment and Water. The programme covers up to 79.71% of costs for replacing old, leaky pipes, modernising heating stations and installing intelligent control systems and heat‑storage units. Projects in towns such as Radzyń Podlaski, Stronie Śląskie, Braniewo and others have already increased the number of modernised networks nearly five‑fold and are projected to cut annual CO₂ emissions by more than 115,000 tonnes.

At the same time, industry leaders are promoting biogas as a renewable substitute for natural gas in cogeneration plants that supply heat and electricity. According to Monika Gruźlewska of the Polish Society of Heat Energy, securing biogas supply and competitive pricing is essential for achieving the EU‑defined status of an energy‑efficient heating system, which unlocks additional public funding and can lower heat costs for consumers.

The combined effort aims to create a more efficient, low‑carbon heating sector that meets EU directives, supports new building connections and stabilises energy supply across the country.