Managing the Development of Offshore Wind Energy Projects in Poland – Opportunities and Challenges

Today's global geopolitical situation, caused by Russian aggression in Ukraine and the COVID 19 pandemic, has created a massive energy crisis around the world. Supplies of energy resources from eastern directions have been suspended or reduced, and supply chains for new energy projects have been shaken. As a result, countries took steps to increase energy security, resulting in, among other things, increased RES targets, including offshore wind power. In Poland, too, offshore wind energy is one of the foundations of energy policy - offshore wind projects are expected to develop to 11 GW. This target is expected to increase further, making the sector one of the pillars of Poland's electricity system. Given the innovativeness of this technology in Poland and the lack of previous experience in implementing offshore projects, the sector faces a number of challenges. Nevertheless, following the example of countries where offshore wind energy is already developing, its development is expected to bring a number of benefits to society and the economy.