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  • Revolutionizing Resource Management: PGE Ekoserwis Leading the Charge

    Revolutionizing Resource Management: PGE Ekoserwis Leading the Charge

    In 2023, PGE Ekoserwis, a subsidiary of the PGE Group, successfully managed 3.5 million tons of residual combustion products. Gypsum, ashes, and slag, byproducts of the combustion process in energy production, found applications across various sectors including construction, agriculture, livestock farming, and mining. This strategic utilization not only conserved natural resources but also minimized the creation of new landfills, consequently reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

    Pioneering Research and Development

    Through its research and development arm, the GOZ Research and Development Center in Bełchatów, along with a team of highly skilled technologists and collaborations with academic and scientific institutions, PGE Ekoserwis has pioneered the development and implementation of high-quality materials and products for diverse applications, notably in the construction sector.

    Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions

    The adoption of alternative materials, derived from ashes and slag generated during coal combustion in energy production, is increasingly prevalent in the construction industry. These materials offer ecological benefits and contribute significantly to reducing the extraction of natural minerals, optimizing resource consumption, mitigating carbon dioxide emissions, and minimizing waste generation.

    Driving Green Initiatives

    Within the PGE Group, prioritizing eco-friendly practices is paramount, with PGE Ekoserwis leading the Closed-Loop Economy (GOZ) segment. This entity specializes in collecting residual combustion products, processing them into high-value construction materials, and ensuring their full integration into various construction projects nationwide.

    Transforming Byproducts into Assets

    In the preceding year, PGE Ekoserwis procured over 800,000 tons of synthetic gypsum, primarily supplying the cement and construction industries. Gypsum, utilized as a fertilizer, contributed to agricultural enhancement and mushroom cultivation. Additionally, it was exported to the Netherlands for construction purposes.

    Versatile Applications in Construction

    Ashes were directed towards cement factories, concrete plants, precast element manufacturers, chemical construction companies, and foundries. Noteworthy applications included road engineering projects such as the A2 motorway and various expressways and bypasses across the country.

    Diverse Utilization Across Industries

    In addition to road construction, the products derived from residual combustion products were instrumental in railway infrastructure projects, environmental remediation efforts, and large-scale engineering endeavors. Hydrotechnical binders supplied by PGE Ekoserwis were vital components in water management and land reclamation projects, including flood protection embankments along the Nysa Łużycka River.

    Leadership in Sustainable Business Practices

    PGE Ekoserwis, with over three decades of experience in managing residual combustion products, offers a portfolio of over 200 certified products derived from both combustion and mining byproducts. These products adhere to stringent environmental standards and undergo rigorous quality assurance m

  • PGE accelerates the transformation of Poland’s energy sector – zero-carbon company by 2040

    PGE accelerates the transformation of Poland’s energy sector – zero-carbon company by 2040

    The Polish economy’s competitiveness hinges on a transition to clean, safe, and sustainable energy. The updated strategy of the PGE Group is a direct response to the evolving geopolitical and economic landscape in Europe, as well as the shifting role of electricity, now recognized as the fuel of the future and a pivotal component in the security and sovereignty of European nations.

    Wojciech Dąbrowski serves as the President of the Management Board of PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna.

    PGE’s revised strategy is a carefully considered, rational, and responsible blueprint for advancing Poland’s energy sector through modern solutions. Our commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable development positions us as the first energy company in Poland to achieve climate neutrality by 2040, a decade earlier than originally planned.

    The successful execution of this strategy owes much to the proactive measures of the Polish government, including the establishment of the National Energy Security Agency, tasked with overseeing Poland’s coal-fired generation sources. This decision, endorsed by rating agencies like Fitch and Moody’s, accelerates our transformation efforts. It enhances our capacity to secure funding for new investment projects while ensuring the systematic decarbonization of an energy sector currently reliant on coal (70%). Importantly, it safeguards the stability of our electricity system and supports jobs in existing conventional generation units, mines, and the communities around them, all while preserving Poland’s energy security.

    PGE’s emerging energy mix will pivot towards renewable sources, with a prominent focus on offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea, where we stand as Poland’s largest investor with a potential capacity exceeding 7 GW. Ensuring optimal utilization of renewable energy capacity, we will deploy energy storage facilities that also play a stabilizing role in a digitally managed distribution network. The renewable energy segment will be complemented by an ongoing nuclear power plant project in collaboration with our Polish and Korean partners, along with gas-fired power plants where hydrogen and biomethane will replace gaseous fuel after 2030. Customers remain a vital part of Poland’s energy transition, and we continue to expand our offerings, including photovoltaics, heat pumps, and home energy storage solutions, to support their energy independence.

    Implementing PGE’s strategy requires unprecedented investments in Poland’s energy sector. By 2030 alone, we will invest more than EUR 27 billion. This substantial commitment will serve as a catalyst for job creation and the development of industries centered around modern energy in Poland. The green transition will significantly enhance Poland’s overall economic competitiveness on the global stage, driven by green energy.