Poland's biogas sector aims to save billions and cut gas imports

The 2026 edition of the „Biogaz i Biometan w Polsce” report notes that Poland holds one of the EU's largest raw material potentials for biomethane, estimated at 3.2 billion m³. In 2025 the sector saw a breakthrough with 19 new biogas installations and the launch of the first grid‑injecting biomethane plant in Strzelin (45 MW, >9,000 m³/h). Analysts stress that legislative support, investor interest and improved bank attitudes are driving the shift from cogeneration to biomethane production, though barriers such as bureaucracy, connection issues and low public acceptance remain.

Poland's annual natural‑gas demand is about 20 billion m³, with roughly 3 billion m³ imported from the Middle East. Domestic biomethane capacity is projected at about 1 billion m³ per year, meaning a substantial share of imports could be replaced. Forum Energii calculations suggest that without large‑scale biomethane development, Poland could spend up to 350 billion zł on imported gas by 2040. Conversely, adopting the National Energy and Climate Plan’s ambitious scenario could save around 30 billion zł on imports and generate roughly 105 billion zł of economic value, bolstering energy security and supporting agriculture, local governments and investors.