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Proposal for a COUNCIL IMPLEMENTING DECISION amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
Proposal for a COUNCIL IMPLEMENTING DECISION amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
Proposal for a COUNCIL IMPLEMENTING DECISION amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
COM/2023/745 final
EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Brussels, 21.11.2023
COM(2023) 745 final
2023/0426(NLE)
Proposal for a
COUNCIL IMPLEMENTING DECISION
amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
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2023/0426 (NLE)
Proposal for a
COUNCIL IMPLEMENTING DECISION
amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
Having regard to Regulation (EU) 2021/241 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 February 2021 establishing the Recovery and Resilience Facility 1 , and in particular Article 20(1) thereof,
Having regard to the proposal from the European Commission,
Whereas:
(1)Following the submission of the national recovery and resilience plan (‘RRP’) by Poland on 3 May 2021, the Commission has proposed its positive assessment to the Council. The Council approved the positive assessment by means of the Council Implementing Decision of 17 June 2022 2 .
(2)Pursuant to Article 11(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the maximum financial contribution for non-repayable financial support of each Member State should be updated by 30 June 2022 in accordance with the methodology provided therein. On 30 June 2022, the Commission presented the results of that update to the European Parliament and the Council.
(3)On 31 August 2023, Poland submitted a modified national RRP, including a REPowerEU chapter in accordance with Article 21c of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, to the Commission.
(4)The modified RRP also takes into account the updated maximum financial contribution in accordance with Article 18(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 and includes a reasoned request to the Commission to propose to amend the Council Implementing Decision in accordance with Article 21(1) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 considering the RRP to be partially no longer achievable due to objective circumstances. The modifications to the RRP submitted by Poland concern 59 measures.
(5)On 14 July 2023, the Council addressed recommendations to Poland in the context of the European Semester. In particular, the Council recommended that Poland ensures prudent fiscal policy, preserve nationally financed public investment and ensure the effective absorption of Recovery and Resilience Facility support and other EU funds, in particular to foster the green and digital transitions. Poland was recommended to accelerate the phase-out of fossil fuels and the deployment of renewable energy, reform the legal framework for grid connection permitting procedures and for renewable energy sources (‘RES’), including energy communities, biomethane and renewable hydrogen. Moreover, Poland was recommended to implement measures to promote energy savings and gas demand reductions as well as scale up investment in energy efficiency for buildings and decarbonise the heat supply in district heating to address energy poverty. In addition, the country-specific recommendations also recommend to further promote sustainable public transport modes. Finally, Poland was recommended to step up policy efforts aimed at the provision and acquisition of skills and competences needed for the green transition, including for buildings renovation.
(6)The submission of the modified RRP followed a consultation process, conducted in accordance with the national legal framework, involving local and regional authorities, social partners, civil society organisations, youth organisations and other relevant stakeholders. The summary of the consultations was submitted together with the modified RRP. Pursuant to Article 19 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the Commission assessed the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and coherence of the modified RRP, in accordance with the assessment guidelines set out in Annex V to that Regulation.
Loan request based on Article 14 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241
(7)The modified RRP submitted by Poland includes a request for loan support in order to increase the level of ambition of the existing measure B3.4.1 (Green transformation of cities) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction) by adding a new target.
Updates based on Article 18(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241
(8)The modified RRP submitted by Poland updates four measures to take into account the updated maximum financial contribution. Poland has explained that because the maximum financial contribution decreased from EUR 23 851 681 924 3 to EUR 22 520 991 355 4 , certain measures should be amended or removed to reflect the decrease in the allocation.
(9)The modified RRP submitted by Poland changes one measure to reflect the updated maximum financial contribution. Notably, targets A7G and A8G of measure A1.2.1 (Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy) are changed to decrease the level of required implementation compared to the original plan.
(10)The Commission considers that the reasons put forward by Poland justify the update pursuant to Article 18(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, and the Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
Amendments based on Article 21 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241
(11)The amendments to the RRP submitted by Poland because of objective circumstances concern 51 measures.
(12)Poland has explained that seven measures are no longer totally or partially achievable, because supply chain disruptions have led to problems in implementation with an impact on the related milestones and targets. This concerns milestones B7L, B8L and B9L of measure B2.3.1 (Construction of offshore wind farms), milestones B11L, B12L and B13L of measure B2.4.1 (Energy storage systems) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction); milestone D17G of measure D1.1.2 (Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the health system) as well as milestone E13G and target E14G of measure E1.1.2 (Zero and low-emission collective transport), targets E19G and E20G of measure E2.1.2 (Railways passenger rolling stock), milestone E6L of measure E2.3 (Enhancing transport accessibility, security and digital solutions) and target E7L of measure E2.3.1 (Regional rail passenger rolling stock) under component E (Green, smart mobility). On this basis, Poland has requested to amend, add or remove certain milestones, targets or measures’ descriptions, or to extend their implementation timeline. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(13)Poland has explained that 18 measures are no longer totally or partially achievable at the cost estimated in the original RRP because of high inflation. This concerns targets A7G and A8G of measure A1.2.1 (Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities), measure A1.2.2 (Support for the preparation of investment sites for investments of key importance for the economy), milestone A6G of measure A1.2 (Further reducing regulatory and administrative burden) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); targets B9G, B10G and B11G of measure B1.1.2 (Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings), targets B12G and B13G of measure B1.1.3 (Exchanging heat sources and improving the energy efficiency of schools), targets B19G and B21G of measure B2.1.1 (Investments in hydrogen technologies, production, storage and transport of hydrogen), targets B37G and B38G of measure B2.2.3 (Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure), target B41G of measure B3.1.1 (Investments in sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas), target B23L of measure B3.3.1 (Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas), target B27L of measure B3.4.1 (Green transformation of cities), targets B29L and B30L of measure B3.5.1 (Investment in energy efficient housing for low- and middle-income households) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction); targets C4G, C5G and C6G of measure C1.1.1 (Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots) under component C (Digital transition); targets D11G, D12G, D13G, D14G of measure D1.1.1 (Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers), target D37G of measure D3.1.1 (Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the health system); targets E10G, E11G and E12G of measure E1.1.1 (Support for a low-carbon economy), target E18G of measure E2.1.1 (Railways lines), target E21G of measure E2.1.3 (Intermodal projects) and targets E3L and E4L of measure E1.2.1 (Zero-emission urban transport (trams) under component E (Green, smart mobility). On this basis, Poland requested to amend, remove or add milestones, targets or measures’ descriptions, or to extend their implementation timeline. Poland has explained that measure A4.2.1 (Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs), under component A is no longer achievable given that the initial cost estimate provided in the original RRP was increased due to high inflation. However, taking into account the resources that were freed up by the removal of other measures under Article 21 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, Poland has maintained the level of required implementation of the associated target A61G. Poland has also explained that, taking into account the resources that were freed up by the removal of other measures under Article 21 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, it has increased the level of required implementation of targets C4G, C5G and C6G of measure C1.1.1 (Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots) under component C (Digital transformation). The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(14)Poland has explained that five measures are no longer partially or totally achievable as there was an important cost increase compared to the costs estimated in the original plan. This concerns targets A14G, A15G, A16G and A17G of measure A1.3.1 (Implementation of land-use planning reform), A21G, A25G, A26G of measure A1.4.1 (Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); targets B19L and B20L of measure B3.2.1 (Investments in risk neutralization and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction); targets C17G, C18G, C19G and C20G of measure C2.1.3 (E-competences) under component C (Digital transition) as well as target E26G of measure E2.2.2 (Digitalisation of transport) under component E (Green, smart mobility). On this basis, Poland requested to amend or remove milestones, targets or measures’ descriptions, or to extend their implementation timeline. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(15)Poland has explained that five measures are no longer totally or partially achievable because of unexpected legal or technical difficulties. This concerns targets A5L and A6L of measure A2.5.2 (Investment for a creation of a model support centre for creative industries), targets A8L and A9L of measure A2.6.1 (Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); milestone B15L of measure B3.2 (Support for environmental rehabilitation and protection against hazardous substances) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction); targets C11G, C12G, C13G of measure C2.1.1 (Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors) under component C (Digital transition); target D26G and target D28G of measure D2.1 (Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the health system). On this basis, Poland requested to amend, remove or add milestones, targets or measures’ descriptions, or to extend their implementation timeline. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(16)Poland has explained that nine measures have been modified to introduce better alternatives to achieve their original ambition. This concerns milestone A12G of measure A1.3 (Land-use planning reform), targets A34G, A35G, A36G, A37G of measure A2.3.1 (Development and equipment of competence centres (specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an ecosystem of innovation), milestone A71G of measure A4.7 (Limit the segmentation of the labour market) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); target C14G of measure C2.1.2 (Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards), milestones C23G, C24G and C27G as well as targets C25G and C28G of measure C3.1.1 (Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services), milestone C3L of measure C1.2 (Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs), target C12L of measure C2.2.1 (Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system) under component C (Digital transformation); targets D30G and D31G of measure D2.1.1 (Investments related to modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies) and target D3L of measure D1.2.1 (Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities' infrastructure at district level) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the health system). On this basis, Poland requested to amend or remove milestones, targets or measures’ descriptions, or to extend their implementation timeline. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(17)Poland has explained that two measures are no longer totally achievable due to the lack of demand. This concerns measure A4.4.1 (Investments related to equipping workers/companies to work remotely) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy) and measure C1.2.1 (Strengthening the potential of commercial investments in modern electronic communication networks) under component C (Digital transformation). On this basis, Poland requested to remove these measures. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(18)Poland has explained that three measures are no longer totally or partially achievable because of the outbreak of the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine, including the related inflow of displaced persons from Ukraine, the need to facilitate the transportation of supplies and the impact on cost and availability of services need for implementation of certain measures. This concerns targets A44G and A45G of measure A3.1.1 (Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); milestones D1G and D8G of measure D1.1 (Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the health system) as well as milestone E16G of measure E2.1 (Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector) under component E (Green, smart mobility). On this basis, Poland requested to amend the milestones and measures’ descriptions or extend the implementation timeline. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(19)Poland has requested to use the remaining resources freed up by the removal of measures under Article 21 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 for four existing measures by increasing their level of ambition, or maintaining their level of ambition despite the increase of their estimated costs and for adding one measure. This concerns target A4L and A5L of measure A2.5.1 (A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development) under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); targets B26L, B27L and B27aL of measure B3.4.1 (Investments for a comprehensive green transformation of cities) under component B (Green energy and energy intensity reduction); milestones C15L, C16L and C18L and target C17L measure C4.1.1 (Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing) and target C11L of measure C2.2.1 (Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system) under component C (Digital Transformation) as well as target E28G of measure E2.2.2 (Digitalisation of transport) under component E (Green, smart mobility). On this basis, Poland requested to amend or add certain milestones, targets or measures’ description. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended accordingly.
(20)The Commission considers that the reasons put forward by Poland justify the amendment pursuant to Article 21(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
Distribution of milestones and targets
(21)The distribution of milestones and targets in instalments should be amended to take into account the new allocation, the amendments to the plan and the indicative timeline presented by Poland.
Corrections of clerical errors
(22)Eight clerical errors have been identified in the text of the Council Implementing Decision, affecting five milestones and targets and eight measures. The Council Implementing Decision should be amended to correct those clerical errors that do not reflect the content of the RRP submitted to the Commission on 3 May 2021, as agreed between the Commission and Poland. Those clerical errors relate to description of measure A2.4 (Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry); milestone A51G of measure A4.1 (Effective institutions for the labour market) and milestone A67G of measure A4.5 (Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age) and the description of that measure under component A (Resilience and competitiveness of the economy); the description of measure B1.2.1 (Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential); description of measure B2.1 (Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases) under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction); milestone C9G of measure C2.1 (Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society) under component C (Digital Transformation); target D8L of measure D3.2.1 (Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland) under component D (Effectiveness, accessibility and quality of the healthcare system); target E6G of measure E1.1 (Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport) under component E (Green, smart mobility). Those corrections do not affect the implementation of the measures concerned.
The REPowerEU chapter based on Article 21c of Regulation (EU) 2021/241
(23)The REPowerEU chapter includes seven new reforms and seven new investments. The reforms concern: (i) the streamlining of permitting for RES (G3.1.1), (ii) the introduction of regulatory solutions for the development and tariffication of distribution grids to accelerate the integration of RES (G1.2.1), (iii) the removal of barriers to the connection of RES into electricity networks (G1.2.2), (iv) measures boosting energy efficiency and accelerating the phase-out of fossil fuels in home heating, which should contribute to alleviating energy poverty (G3.1.3), (v) skills for the green transition, through amendments of key sectorial qualification frameworks (G3.1.2), (vi) an analysis of the legal, organisational and administrative barriers for energy communities, aimed at facilitating their development (G1.1.1) and (vii) an action plan for sustainable transport (G1.3.1). The REPowerEU chapter also includes investments contributing to RES deployment including (i) an Offshore Wind Energy Fund (G3.1.5), as well as (ii) support to energy storage systems (G1.1.3 and G3.3.1). The REPowerEU chapter covers investments enhancing electricity grids, including (iii) the construction or modernisation of distribution networks in rural areas (G1.2.4). The REPowerEU chapter also supports the energy transition sector through (iv) an Energy Support Fund (G3.1.4). Another investment concerns (v) supporting institutions implementing the REPowerEU reforms and investments (G1.1.4). Finally, the REPowerEU chapter includes an investment in (vi) the construction of natural gas infrastructure (G3.2.1) that contributes to improving energy infrastructure and facilitates meeting the immediate security of supply needs.
(24)Considering the decrease in the maximum financial contribution of EUR 1 330 690 569, Poland has included in the REPowerEU chapter three measures which were already contained in the Council Implementing Decision of 17 June 2022. Those measures were reflected in that Implementing Decision under components B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction) and E (Green, smart mobility).
(25)On this basis, measure B2.2.1 (Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure), measure B.2.2.2 (RES installations operated by energy communities) and part of measure E1.1.2 (Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses)) are removed from component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction) and E (Green, smart mobility).
(26)The REPowerEU chapter also includes scaled-up measures affecting two measures under component B (Green energy and energy-intensity reduction). This concerns measures B2.2.1 (Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure), removed and introduced in the REPowerEU chapter as G1.2.3 (Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure, including a scaled-up part) and B2.2.2 (RES installations operated by energy communities), removed and introduced in the REPowerEU chapter as G.1.1.2 (RES installations implemented by energy communities, including a scaled-up part). The scaled-up measures included in the REPowerEU chapter introduce a substantive improvement in the level of ambition of the measures already included in the RRP.
Commission’s assessment
(27)The Commission has assessed the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter against the assessment criteria laid down in Article 19(3) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
Balanced response contributing to the six pillars
(28)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (a), of and Annex V, criterion 2.1, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter represents to a large extent (Rating A) a comprehensive and adequately balanced response to the economic and social situation, thereby contributing appropriately to all of the six pillars referred to in Article 3 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, taking into account the specific challenges faced by and the financial allocation for the Member State concerned.
(29)The various measures of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter represent a comprehensive response with an appropriate overall balance between pillars, with a significant number of components significantly or partially supporting more than one pillar. Poland’s modified RRP continuous to focus on six key policy areas: green transition, digitalisation, health, competitiveness and innovation, sustainable transport, and the quality of institutions, in particular through investments in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, healthcare, digital technologies, and research and innovation. The measures included in the REPowerEU chapter contribute significantly or partially to the following pillars: green transition, digital transformation, smart, sustainable and inclusive growth, social and territorial cohesion, health, and economic, social and institutional resilience and policies for the next generation.
Addressing all or a significant subset of challenges identified in country-specific recommendations
(30)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (b), of and Annex V, criterion 2.2, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is expected to contribute to effectively addressing all or a significant subset of challenges (Rating A) identified in the relevant country-specific recommendations addressed to Poland, including fiscal aspects thereof, or challenges identified in other relevant documents officially adopted by the Commission in the context of the European Semester.
(31)In particular, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter takes into account country-specific recommendations formally adopted by the Council prior to the assessment of the modified plan by the Commission. As the maximum financial contribution for Poland has been adjusted downwards and the loan requested is to a very significant extent intended to be used for the REPowerEU objectives and exclusively for energy-related measures, the 2022 and 2023 recommendations not related to energy challenges are not considered in the overall assessment.
(32)Having assessed progress in the implementation of all relevant country-specific recommendations as a part of the 2023 European Semester, the Commission finds that the recommendation on increasing access to finance and liquidity for companies (CSR 3.1 2020) was fully implemented. Substantial progress has been achieved with respect to the recommendation on targeting investment to digital infrastructure (CSR 3.3 2020).
(33)The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter includes an extensive set of mutually reinforcing reforms and investments that contribute to effectively addressing a significant subset of the economic and social challenges outlined in the country-‑specific recommendations addressed to Poland by the Council in the context of the European Semester. Notably, the REPowerEU chapter is expected to contribute to expanding public investment for the green transition (CSR 1.2 2022 and CSR 1.3 2023).
(34)In particular, new measures proposed under sub-component G1.1. should improve the regulatory environment for energy communities and incentivise their development, while investments in offshore wind farms (measure G3.1.5.) should contribute to the acceleration of the deployment of renewable energy (CSR 4.2. 2023). Investments in grid construction and modernisation, together with reforms focusing on improving regulatory framework for the grid access (sub-component G1.2), as well as the reform for digitisation of permitting procedures and enabling the installation of photovoltaic and onshore wind capacities (G3.1.1) are expected to reduce Poland’s overall reliance on fossil fuels by removing regulatory, administrative and infrastructural barriers to accelerate the permitting procedures and the deployment of renewable energy sources (CSR 6.2 2022).
(35)Furthermore, the reform G3.1.3 that consists of the comprehensive programme for integrated home renovations together with a provision of complex energy efficiency services aims to promote energy savings and address energy poverty (CSR 4.3 2023). In addition, a preparation of an action plan for green transport in Poland bundled with an investment in zero-emission buses for urban transport (sub-component G1.3) are expected to further promote sustainable public transport modes (CSR 6.4 2022, CSR 4.4 2023). Finally, the reform G3.1.2 that amends the sectoral qualification frameworks is expected to help the acquisition of green skills according to the unified standards (CSR 4.5 2023).
(36)The modified RRP continues addressing a significant subset of the challenges identified in the country-specific recommendations of 2020 and 2019, since the modifications do not undermine the level of ambition of the relevant measures. In particular, the modified measures are still addressing the relevant challenges by aiming to make public spending more efficient, increase labour market participation and effective retirement age, address labour market segmentation, provide more childcare and long-term care places, promote the sustainability of transport, improve digital skills and promote the digital transformation of companies and public administration.
Contribution to growth potential, job creation and economic, social and institutional resilience
(37)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (c), of and Annex V, criterion 2.3, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is expected to have a high impact (Rating A) on strengthening the growth potential, job creation, and economic, social and institutional resilience of Poland, contributing to the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights, including through the promotion of policies for children and youth, and on mitigating the economic and social impact of the COVID-19 crisis, thereby enhancing the economic, social and territorial cohesion and convergence within the Union.
(38)The initial RRP included significant reforms and investments to address social challenges in the areas of, for example, employment, education and youth policies, and to render the Polish economy more innovative and sustainable, increasing its competitiveness.
(39)The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter continues to contribute to economic growth and job creation in Poland and to increasing the capacity of the Polish economy to respond to the social challenges resulting from the energy transition. In this context, the modified plan addresses several vulnerabilities of the economy, including the over-reliance on fossil fuels, an outdated energy transmission and distribution network, especially in rural areas, as well as limited affordability for poor households to improve energy efficiency of buildings. The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter also helps boosting the development of green skills relevant for the green transition.
Do no significant harm
(40)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (d), of and Annex V, criterion 2.4, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is expected to ensure that no measure (Rating A) for the implementation of reforms and investments projects included in this RRP does significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council 5 (the principle of ‘do no significant harm’).
(41)The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter assesses compliance with the ‘do no significant harm’ principle following the methodology set out in the Commission’s technical guidance on the application of ‘do no significant harm’ under the Recovery and Resilience Facility Regulation (2021/C58/01). The assessment is done systematically for each modified reform and investment following the two-step approach. The assessment concludes that for all modified measures, there is either no risk of significant harm or, where a risk is identified, a more detailed assessment is performed demonstrating the absence of significant harm. For what concerns the new reforms and investments introduced in the REPowerEU chapter, Poland provided a systematic assessment of each measure against the principle of ‘do no significant harm’. Where needed, the requirements of the ‘do no significant harm’ assessment are enshrined in the design of a measure and specified in the respective milestone or target.
(42)In accordance with Article 21c(6) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, on the basis of information provided by Poland, the Commission considers that the principle of ‘do no significant harm’ does not apply to one measure that contributes to the objective set out in Article 21c(3), point (a) of that Regulation. This concerns measure G3.2.1. (Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security). The measure consists of the construction of a 250-kilometre gas pipeline between Gdańsk and Gustorzyn.
(43)First, the measure is necessary and proportionate to meet immediate security of supply needs, taking into account cleaner feasible alternatives and the risk of lock-in effects, in line with Article 21c(6), point (a) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. While the region was characterised by a high dependence on a single source of gas supply, the pipeline should allow to make a full use of existing gas capacities, including liquified natural gas, and the transmission of additional capacities from diversified sources in Poland and towards other countries in Central and Eastern Europe. Without the pipeline, this would not be possible due to bottlenecks in the existing grid. Therefore, the investment contributes to meeting immediate security of supply needs and enabling the diversification of supply in the interest of the Union as a whole. In addition, cleaner alternatives cannot be deployed within a comparable timeline. The transmission part of the project will be technically capable of accommodating hydrogen blends and biomethane and synthetic methane from the start of the operations. Therefore, the risk of lock-in effect is considered mitigated.
(44)Second, Poland has undertaken satisfactory efforts to limit the potential harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, where feasible, and to mitigate harm through other measures, including the measures in the REPowerEU, in line with Article 21c(6), point (b) of the Regulation (EU) 2021/241. The relevant environmental impact assessments and the environmental decisions confirm that the project should be implemented within the applicable EU and national environmental legal framework and they define mitigation measures, for instance on biodiversity protection and protection of water bodies.
(45)Third, the measure does not jeopardise the achievement of the Union’s 2030 climate targets and the objective of EU climate neutrality by 2050, in line with Article 21c(6), point (c) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter contains reforms and investments, which are expected to contribute to the achievement of the Union climate target by 2030, on the way to climate neutrality objective by 2050.
(46)Lastly, Poland provided supporting documents showing that the end of the construction works and the technical acceptance of the pipeline between Gdańsk and Gustorzyn should take place in June 2026 and the infrastructure is planned to be in operation by 31 December 2026, in line with Article 21c(6), point (d) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
(47)The total estimated costs of that measures is EUR 630 940 000, which represents 2.49% of the estimated costs of the measures included in the REPowerEU chapter, considerably below the maximum threshold allowed by Article 21c (9) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
(48)As required by Article 21c(8) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the revenues made available in accordance with Article 10e(1) of Directive 2003/87/EC will not contribute to that measure, given that the estimated costs of the other reforms and investments of the REPowerEU chapter are higher than Poland’s allocation of that revenue.
Contribution to the REPowerEU objectives
(49)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (da), of and Annex V, criterion 2.12, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the REPowerEU chapter is expected to effectively contribute to a large extent (Rating A) to energy security, the diversification of the Union’s energy supply, an increase in the uptake of renewables and in energy efficiency, an increase of energy storage capacities or the necessary reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.
(50)The implementation of the measures included in the REPowerEU chapter contributes notably to supporting the objectives set out in Article 21c (3), points (a), (b), (c), (e) and (f) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
(51)The investment in the construction of a new natural gas infrastructure, which brings additional gas capacities to Poland and its neighbouring countries (G3.2.1) contributes to the improvement of energy infrastructure and facilities meeting the immediate security of supply needs for gas, including liquified natural gas, notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the Union as a whole, in line with Article 21c(3), point (a)) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
(52)Several reforms and investments effectively contribute to boosting energy efficiency in buildings and critical energy infrastructure, decarbonising industry, increasing production of renewable hydrogen, and increasing the share and accelerating the deployment of renewable energy in line with Article 21c(3), point (b) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. This is notably the case for the reforms related to boosting of energy efficiency and phase-out of fossil fuels in home heating (G3.1.3.), the streamlining of the permitting procedures for RES (G3.1.1), the analysis of the legal, organisational and administrative barriers for energy communities, aimed at facilitating their development (G1.1.1), as well as the investments in an Energy Support Fund (G3.1.4), an Offshore Wind Energy Fund (G3.1.5) and to support RES installations implemented by energy communities (G1.1.2).
(53)The REPowerEU chapter also effectively contributes to addressing energy poverty in line with Article 21c(3), point (c) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, with the reform boosting energy efficiency and accelerating the phase-out of fossil fuels in home heating (G3.1.3).
(54)The reforms and investments in the REPowerEU chapter also contribute to addressing internal and cross-border energy transmission and distribution bottlenecks, supporting electricity storage and accelerating the integration of renewable energy sources, and supporting zero-emission transport and its infrastructure in line with Article 21c(3), point (e) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. Notably, this is the case of, respectively, the reform related to the introduction of regulatory solutions for the development and tariffication of distribution grids (G1.2.1), and the investments into the development of transmission networks and smart electricity infrastructure (G1.2.3) and into the construction or modernisation of distribution networks in rural areas (G1.2.4); the investments in energy storage systems (G1.1.3 and G3.3.1); the reform related to the removal of barriers to the connection of RES into electricity networks (G1.2.2); as well as the reform involving an action plan for sustainable transport (G1.3.1) and the investment into zero-emission collective transport (G1.3.2).
(55)The amendment of key sectorial qualification frameworks aims to contribute to an accelerated requalification of the workforce towards green skills in line with Article 21c(3), point (f) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
(56)The reforms and investments of the REPowerEU chapter represent, taken together, a comprehensive set of measures. They are coherent with the efforts of Poland covered in the measures included in the already adopted Council Implementing Decision, in particular with regard to the development of renewable energy sources and the development of energy storage facilities.
(57)Overall, the REPowerEU chapter is expected to contribute effectively to energy security, the diversification of the Union’s energy supply, an increase in the uptake of renewables and in energy efficiency, an increase of energy storage capacities or the necessary reduction of dependence on fossil fuels before 2030.
Measures having a cross-border or multi-country dimension or effect
(58)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (db), of and Annex V, criterion 2.13, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the measures included in the REPowerEU chapter are expected to a large extent (rating A) to have a cross-border or multi-country dimension or effect.
(59)The REPowerEU chapter contributes to securing energy supply in the Union as a whole, including by addressing challenges identified in the Commission’s most recent needs assessment, in line with the objectives set out in Article 21c(3) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, taking into account the financial contribution available to Poland and its geographical position. Of the 16 measures in the Polish REPowerEU chapter, seven have a cross-border dimension. The most notable investment with a cross-border dimension is the construction of a 250-kilometre extension of the gas transmission network between Gdańsk and Gustorzyn. Other investments with a cross-border or multi-country dimension or effect include investments aimed at the deployment of renewable energy, investments aimed at the deployment of energy storage facilities, and investments aimed at the development of the transmission and distribution networks. These should contribute to decreasing the demand for fossil fuels and should facilitate the integration of electricity from RES.
(60)Measures on increasing energy efficiency in renovations of buildings also have a relevant cross-border dimension as they should contribute to reducing the demand for imported fossil fuels.
(61)The total estimated costs of these measures account for 92.9% of the total estimated costs of the REPowerEU chapter, that is more than at least 30%.
Contribution to the green transition including biodiversity
(62)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (e), of and Annex V, criterion 2.5, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter contains measures that contribute to a large extent (Rating A) to the green transition, including biodiversity, or to addressing the challenges resulting therefrom. The measures supporting climate objectives account for an amount which represents 46.6% of the RRP’s total allocation and 66% of the total estimated costs of measures in the REPowerEU chapter, calculated in accordance with the methodology set out in Annex VI to that Regulation. In accordance with Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is consistent with the information included in the National Energy and Climate Plan 2021-2030.
(63)The measures removed or reduced do not impact the overall ambition of the plan regarding the green transition, while the REPowerEU chapter brings a significant effort to further supporting the green transition of Poland, with all the reforms and investments contributing to reducing the reliance on fossil fuels, enabling the development and the deployment of renewable energy as well as supporting the energy transition.
(64)These measures should have a lasting impact by: (i) strengthening Poland’s electricity grid to address an increased production and distribution of electricity, including from renewables, (ii) reducing Poland’s reliance on fossil fuels, (iii) increasing energy storage, (iv) increasing energy efficiency and (v) introducing structural changes to the energy policy. They are expected to considerably reduce the greenhouse gas intensity of the energy used in Poland and by that contribute to the attainment of the 2030 climate targets and the objective of the Union climate neutrality by 2050.
(65)Given the decreased maximum financial contribution for Poland and the inclusion of new measures incentivising the green transition, the climate contribution of the modified RRP has increased from 42.7% to 46.6% compared to the original assessment.
Contribution to the digital transition
(66)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (f), of and Annex V, criterion 2.6, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter contains measures that contribute to a large extent (Rating A) to the digital transition or to addressing the challenges resulting from it. The measures supporting digital objectives account for an amount which represents 21.3% of the modified RRP’s total allocation calculated in accordance with the methodology set out in Annex VII to that Regulation.
(67)The result of the positive assessment of the contribution to the digital transition provided in the Council Implementing Decision of 17 June 2022 remains valid. The modification of the plan does not materially impact its ambition towards the digital transition. In spite of the removal of one investment with a digital dimension, the modified RRP continues to significantly contribute to the digital transition with a cross-cutting approach, with interventions in e-services in the public administration, digitalisation of education, development of digital skills, cybersecurity, complemented by a new investment in cloud computing.
(68)The REPowerEU chapter is also expected to contribute to the digital transition and to addressing the resulting challenges by modernising the transmission and distribution grids (G1.2.3 and G1.2.4), developing smart electricity infrastructure and energy storage systems. In accordance with Article 21c(5) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, reforms and investments in the REPowerEU chapter are not to be taken into account when calculating the RRP’s total allocation for the purpose of applying the digital target requirement set by that Regulation.
(69)The digital contribution of the modified RRP is maintained at 21.3% as in the original assessment. Thus, the modified RRP continues to meet the 20% requirement laid down in Article 19(3)(f) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241.
Lasting impact
(70)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (g), of and Annex V, criterion 2.7, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is expected to have a lasting impact on Poland to a large extent (Rating A).
(71)The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter does not reduce the ambition of the initial plan as a whole and does not reduce its long-lasting effects. The modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter takes into account the reduced maximum financial contribution, the prolonged impact of the COVID-19 crisis, high inflation and supply chain disruptions, as well as some unexpected legal or technical difficulties or the availability of better alternatives for the implementation of some measures.
(72)In addition, the modified RRP also includes a new REPowerEU chapter, which is also expected to have lasting positive effects on the Polish economy and further boost its green transition. Reforms and investments included in the REPowerEU chapter are expected to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy sources and their integration into electricity grids, reinforce grids and expand energy storage capacity, increasing the share of renewable energy in Poland’s energy mix and enhancing the resilience of its energy system. The REPowerEU chapter also includes reforms and investments contributing to the improvement of energy efficiency of buildings and deployment of clean transport, which should contribute to reducing Poland’s reliance on fossil fuels. Finally, the reform concerning the developing of skills for the green transition should contribute to ensuring that Poland has a qualified workforce to achieve its green transition. These reforms accompanied by investments are expected to have the lasting impact.
Monitoring and implementation
(73)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (h), of and Annex V, criterion 2.8, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the arrangements proposed in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter are adequate (Rating A) to ensure effective monitoring and implementation of the RRP, including the envisaged timetable, milestones and targets, and the related indicators.
(74)The nature and extent of the proposed modifications to Poland’s RRP do not have an impact on the previous assessment of the effective monitoring and implementation of the RRP. The milestones and targets that accompany the modified measures, including those in the REPowerEU chapter, are clear and realistic and the proposed indicators for those milestones and targets are relevant, acceptable and robust. Milestones and targets are also relevant for measures already completed which are eligible under Article 17(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. The satisfactory fulfilment of these milestones and targets over time is required to justify a disbursement request.
Costing
(75)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (i), of and Annex V, criterion 2.9, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the justification provided in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter on the amount of the estimated total costs of the RRP is to a medium extent (Rating B) reasonable and plausible, is in line with the principle of cost efficiency and is commensurate to the expected national economic and social impact.
(76)The original assessment determined that Poland had provided estimated costs for each investment included in the RRP. The justification provided by Poland on the amount of the estimated total costs of the RRP was, to a medium extent, reasonable, plausible, in line with the principle of cost-efficiency and commensurate to the expected national economic and social impact.
(77)The assessment of the cost estimates for the new investments and the REPowerEU measures, based on the information provided, shows that the cost estimates are generally reasonable and plausible even though the evidence shows varying degrees of details and depth of calculations. In some cases, details on the methodology and assumptions used to make the cost estimates were limited, partly due to the novelty of the measures, or less clear, preventing an A rating under this assessment criterion. Furthermore, the changes in the cost estimates for amended measures were justified and proportional and as such the reasonability and plausibility of these cost estimates were not altered compared to the original RRP. Finally, the estimated total cost of the modified RRP is in line with the principle of cost-efficiency and commensurate to the expected national economic and social impact.
Protection of the financial interests of the Union
(78)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (j), of and Annex V, criterion 2.10 to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the arrangements proposed in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter and the additional measures contained in this Council Implementing Decision are adequate (Rating A) to prevent, detect and correct corruption, fraud and conflicts of interests when using the funds provided under that Regulation, and the arrangements are expected to effectively avoid double funding under that Regulation and other Union programmes. This is without prejudice to the application of other instruments and tools to promote and enforce compliance with Union law, including for preventing, detecting, and correcting corruption, fraud, and conflicts of interest, and for protecting the Union budget in line with Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2020/2092 of the European Parliament and of the Council 6 .
(79)The original assessment of the robustness and adequacy of the control system and other arrangements included in the RRP had concluded that these arrangements were adequate taking also into account the milestones pertaining to the organisation of the judiciary system and ensuring an effective audit and control system to be fulfilled before the first payment request. This warranted a rating of A under the assessment criterion 2.10 of Annex V to the RRF Regulation.
(80)Since the original assessment, the Commission has had access to information on the Polish audit and control system’s actual implementation. This includes the findings of the audit on the protection of the financial interests of the Union performed by the Commission in Poland.
(81)In light of this information, the Commission considers that the internal control system of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is overall adequate. The internal control system described in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter, and arrangements proposed are based on robust processes and structures, so that roles and responsibilities of the actors for controls and audits are clear, relevant control functions are appropriately segregated and the independence of actors performing audits is ensured. The central coordinating body for the implementation of the RRP is the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy. Individual ministries, central government authorities and other entities mandated by the competent ministries are responsible for the implementation of reforms and investments under the RRP. Management verifications are to be carried out by the institution responsible for the implementation of each measure. Specific measures should be implemented to check compliance with the rules relating to public procurement, State aid and to protect the financial interests of the Union. Data on the achievement of milestones and targets are recorded in the centralised national IT system (CST2021), which shall ensure that the implementing bodies submit the required information to the IT system. Audits are entrusted to the National Revenue Administration (Ministry of Finance) to be performed on an annual basis, in accordance with the audit strategy. However, the frequency of audits may depend on the submission of the payment requests. The audit body’s independence from the coordination body and institutions responsible for the implementation of the reforms and investments is confirmed. The audits should cover the system established for the reporting on milestones and targets, the information system for monitoring the implementation of the RRP and audits of operations, including the conditions for sound financial management.
Coherence of the RRP
(82)In accordance with Article 19(3), point (k), of and Annex V, criterion 2.11, to Regulation (EU) 2021/241, the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter includes to a high extent (Rating A) measures for the implementation of reforms and public investment projects that represent coherent actions.
(83)The modifications to the RRP amend some of the original components and bring an additional component, the REPowerEU chapter. The modifications do not alter the overall coherence. The components are mutually reinforcing and complementary, in particular those related to the green transition and the newly added REPowerEU chapter. In this respect, the measures in the REPowerEU chapter have further improved coherence by reinforcing measures in the original RRP, notably as regards the scaling-up of the deployment of renewable energy production and storage infrastructure, as well as improvements to transmission and distribution networks.
Consultation process
(84)In preparation of the modified RRP, including the REPowerEU chapter, the Polish authorities conducted a public consultation, which took place between 18 April and 9 May 2023. Comments from stakeholders, including local authorities, non‑governmental organisations, business associations, were collected online, as well as during a consultation conference. Replies to the comments were published on a governmental website. Afterwards, the authorities integrated the feedback from the consultation process into the modified RRP and a draft REPowerEU chapter. The feedback related mostly to aspects such as the scope of investments, recipients and values of targets and concerned mainly measures under components B, C, D, E as well the REPowerEU chapter.
(85)To ensure ownership by the relevant actors, it is crucial to involve all local authorities and stakeholders concerned, including social partners, throughout the implementation of the investments and reforms included in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter.
Positive assessment
(86)Following the positive assessment of the Commission concerning the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter, with the finding that the plan satisfactorily complies with the criteria for assessment set out in Regulation (EU) 2021/241, in accordance with Article 20(2) of and Annex V to that Regulation, the reforms and investment projects necessary for the implementation of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter, the relevant milestones, targets and indicators, and the amount made available from the Union for the implementation of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter in the form of non-repayable and loan support should be set out.
Financial contribution
(87)The estimated total costs of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter of Poland is PLN 270 144 534 012, which equals EUR 59 818 165 953 on the basis of the EUR PLN ECB reference rate of 3 May 2021 for the original plan and on the basis of the EUR PLN ECB reference rate of 31 August 2023 for the REPowerEU chapter. Amounts in euros referred to in the descriptions of the measures and the corresponding milestones and targets have been calculated using the same basis and should be assessed taking this into account.
(88)As the amount of the estimated total costs of the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter is higher than the updated maximum financial contribution available for Poland, the financial contribution calculated in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 allocated for Poland’s modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter should be equal to the total amount of the financial contribution available for Poland’s modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter. This amount is equal to EUR 22 520 991 355.
(89)Pursuant to Article 21a(5) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, on 31 August 2023 Poland submitted a request for the allocation of the revenue referred to in Article 21a (1) of that Regulation, shared between Member States on the basis of the indicators set out in the methodology in Annex IVa to Regulation (EU) 2021/241.The estimated total costs of the measures referred to in Article 21c(3), points (b) to (f) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 included in the REPowerEU chapter is EUR 24 644 725 942. As this amount is higher than the allocation share available for Poland, the additional non-repayable financial support available for Poland should be equal to the allocation share. This amount is equal to EUR 2 755 862 361.
(90)The total financial contribution available to Poland should be EUR 25 276 853 716.
Loan
(91)Furthermore, in order to support additional reforms and investments in the modified RRP including the REPowerEU chapter, Poland has requested additional loan support for a total amount of EUR 34 541 303 518, in particular, EUR 22 519 803 518 to support the reforms and investments in the REPowerEU chapter and EUR 12 021 500 000 to support the other reforms and investments in the RRP. The maximum volume of the loan requested by Poland is equal to 6,8% of its 2019 gross national income in current prices. The amount of the estimated total costs of the RRP is higher than the combined financial contribution available for Poland, including the REPowerEU chapter and the updated maximum financial contribution for non-repayable financial support and the revenue from the emission trading system under Directive 2003/87/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council 7 . The maximum volume of the loan requested by Poland is equal to 6,8% of its 2019 gross national income in current prices.
REPowerEU Pre-financing
(92)Poland has requested EUR 2 755 862 361 in the form of financial contribution calculated in accordance with Article 21a and EUR 22 519 803 518 in the form of loan under Article 14 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 for the implementation of its REPowerEU chapter.
(93)For those amounts, pursuant to Article 21d of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, on 31 August 2023 Poland requested pre-financing of EUR 5 055 133 176, that is 20% of the funding requested. Subject to available resources, that pre-financing should be made available to Poland subject to the entry into force of, and in accordance with, agreements to be concluded between the Commission and Poland pursuant to Article 23(1) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 (the 'financing agreement') and pursuant to Article 15(2) of that Regulation (the ‘loan agreement’).
(94)Council Implementing Decision ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/22 ADD 1 of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the RRP for Poland should therefore be amended accordingly. For the sake of clarity, the Annex to that Implementing Decision should be replaced entirely,
HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:
Article 1
Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST 9728/ 2022 ADD 1) is amended as follows:
(1) Article 1 is replaced by the following:
“Article 1
Approval of the assessment of the RRP
The assessment of the modified RRP of Poland on the basis of the criteria provided for in Article 19(3) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 is approved. The reforms and investment projects under the RRP, the arrangements and timetable for the monitoring and implementation of the RRP, including the relevant milestones and targets and the additional milestones and targets related to the payment of the loan, the relevant indicators relating to the fulfilment of the envisaged milestones and targets, and the arrangements for providing full access by the Commission to the underlying relevant data are set out in the Annex to this Decision.”;
(2) In Article 2, paragraphs 1 and 2 are replaced by the following:
“1. The Union shall make available to Poland a financial contribution in the form of non-repayable support amounting to EUR 25 276 853 716. 8 That contribution includes:
(a)an amount of EUR 20 270 784 381 that shall be available to be legally committed by 31 December 2022;
(b)an amount of EUR 2 250 206 974 that shall be available to be legally committed from 1 January 2023 until 31 December 2023;
(c)an amount of EUR 2 755 862 361 9 , in accordance with Article 21a(6) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, exclusively for measures referred to in Article 21c of that Regulation, with the exception of measures referred to in Article 21c (3), point (a).
2. The Union financial contribution shall be made available by the Commission to Poland in instalments in accordance with the Annex to this Decision.
An amount of EUR 551 172 472 shall be made available as pre-financing in accordance with Article 21d of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. That pre-financing may be disbursed by the Commission in up to two payments.
The pre-financing and instalments may be disbursed by the Commission in one or several tranches. The size of the tranches shall be subject to the availability of funding.”.
(3) In Article 3, paragraphs 1 and 2 are replaced by the following:
“1. The Union shall make available to Poland a loan amounting to a maximum of EUR 34 541 303 518, of which up to EUR 23 034 803 518 of additional loan following the request for loan support of 31 August 2023.
2. The loan support referred to in paragraph 1 shall be made available by the Commission to Poland in instalments in accordance with the Annex to this Decision.
An amount of EUR 4 503 960 704 shall be made available as pre-financing in accordance with Article 21d of Regulation (EU) 2021/241. That pre-financing may be disbursed by the Commission in up to two payments.
The pre-financing and instalments may be disbursed by the Commission in one or several tranches. The size of the tranches shall be subject to the availability of funding.”.
(4) The Annex is replaced by the text in the Annex to this Decision:
Article 4
Addressee
This Decision is addressed to the Republic of Poland.
Done at Brussels,
For the Council
The President
EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Brussels, 21.11.2023
COM(2023) 745 final
ANNEX
to the
Proposal for a Council Implementing Decision
amending Implementing Decision (EU) (ST 9728/22 INIT; ST/9728/22 ADD 1) of 17 June 2022 on the approval of the assessment of the recovery and resilience plan for Poland
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ANNEX
SECTION 1: REFORMS AND INVESTMENTS UNDER THE RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE PLAN
1. Description of Reforms and Investments
A. COMPONENT A: ‘RESILIENCE AND COMPETITIVENESS OF THE ECONOMY’
This component of the Polish Recovery and Resilience plan contributes to addressing several challenges related to the resilience and competitiveness of the Polish economy. The first overarching challenge is linked to the investment climate and business environment, which have been hindered in recent years by regulatory deficiencies, burdensome administrative requirements and procedures, and frequent changes to key laws. Second, Poland has yet to increase its innovation capacity to upgrade its growth model from cost-competitiveness towards sustainability and higher value-added activities. Total Research and Development (R&D) expenditure remains low at 1,4% of GDP vs. 2,3% in the EU in 2020. Although business expenditure on R&D has more than quadrupled in the past ten years, it remains below the EU average. Third, the digital transformation and other economic transitions require efforts to improve the labour market relevance of skills and modernisation of vocational education and training. Fourth, women, older people, persons with disabilities, and those with lower qualifications participate in the labour market much less than in many other EU countries. This results from several factors, including a limited access to childcare and long-term care, as well as a low statutory and effective retirement age. Moreover, labour market flexibility is limited by special pension regimes and a lack of flexibility in working-time arrangements. Finally, the share of temporary employment contracts remains high, even though it has been consistently declining.
The main objective of the component is to boost investment, increase productivity, and enhance the competitiveness and resilience of the Polish economy. To that end, the component aims at the following: i) strengthen the sustainability and adequacy of the fiscal framework; ii) reduce regulatory and administrative burden to businesses and entrepreneurs; iii) support the digital and green transition and the resilience of key sectors of the economy, including the agri-food sector; iv) improve the innovation ecosystem; v) foster the labour market relevance of skills and improve lifelong learning; vi) increase labour market participation and increase the effective retirement age; vii) improve access to and the quality of childcare for children below the age of 3 and viii) increase the effectiveness of public employment services.
The component addresses the following Country-Specific Recommendations issued for Poland in the framework of the European Semester in 2019 and 2020, notably: Country Specific Recommendations 3, 2019 and 4, 2020 related to improving the investment climate and regulatory environment, in particular by strengthening the role of public consultations in the legislative process. The component further addresses: Country-Specific Recommendations 1, 2019 and 1, 2020 regarding improving the efficiency of public spending and the budgetary process as well as supporting through public measures the economic recovery; Country-Specific Recommendation 2, 2019 related to the adequacy of future pension benefits and the sustainability of the pension system, in particular by taking measures to increase the effective retirement age, as well as to take steps to increase labour market participation, including by improving access to childcare and long-term care, and remove remaining obstacles to more permanent types of employment, and finally through measures to increase the labour market relevance of skills and improve lifelong learning; Country-Specific Recommendation 3, 2019 by strengthening the innovative capacity of the economy, including by supporting research institutions and their closer collaboration with business.
It is expected that no measure in this component does significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measures and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01).
A.1. Description of the reforms and investments for non-repayable financial support
Sub-component A1 – Reducing the impact of COVID-19 on businesses
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework
The overarching objective of the reform is to increase the transparency and efficiency of public spending. To that end, the reform aims at: (i) enabling a more efficient management of public funds; (ii) enhancing the accountability in the management of public funds; (iii) increasing the sustainability of public finances and preventing an unsustainable increase of expenditure.
The reform shall consist of the implementation of two legislative measures. First, the Act on Public Finances shall be amended by including a new classification system, a new model of budget management and a redefined medium-term budgetary framework. A new budgetary system shall be established as a result of the amendment. Secondly, the Act on Public Finances shall be amended by extending the scope of the Stabilising Expenditure Rule to more units of general government, specifically special-purpose funds.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 March 2025.
A1.2 Further reducing regulatory and administrative burden
The overarching objective of the reform is to reduce the administrative and regulatory burden affecting businesses in Poland, as well as to foster private investment, particularly in SMEs. To that end, the reform aims at (i) simplifying administrative and legal procedures, (ii) minimising legal requirements for businesses and entrepreneurs, (iii) speeding up decision-making.
The reform shall consist of one legislative package. The ‘Legal shield’ (Tarcza prawna) shall introduce the following legal provisions: (i) make electronic procedures the dominant channel for dealing with at least eight administrative and legal procedures, including submissions of declarations by tourist operators and entrepreneurs to the Insurance Guarantee Fund; (ii) simplify administrative procedures, in particular related to the seafarer’s professions and trade and commerce of alcoholic beverages; (iii) reduce the use of the two-instance procedure in at least ten procedures related in particular to geological resources; (iv) limit the number of documents and formalities required in administrative procedures in, for example, spatial planning and construction processes; and (v) prolong the deadlines for certain administrative procedures, for instance, for registering a car bought in another Member State.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2023.
A1.2.1 Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities
The overarching objective of this investment is to support the resilience of SMEs and micro-enterprises in the sectors most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in Poland, namely in the sectors of HoReCa, tourism and culture. To that end, the investments shall aim to encourage the upscaling and diversification of the activities carried out by SMEs and micro-enterprises in these sectors.
The investment shall consist of the implementation of the following three types of activities:
-Investments in the design and production of their goods and services, such as: (i) purchase of machinery and equipment necessary to launch new products / services; (ii) construction works, including the construction of new production lines; (iii) investments related to the green transition, particularly to encourage waste prevention by design, recycling/reuse of waste and to implement renewable energy solutions;
-Consulting services for the implementation of projects;
-Upskilling/reskilling employees by providing training in the field of new IT solutions, new technologies, customer needs analysis, information / data management, as well as risk-management.
The measure shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF Regulation.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A1.3 Land-use planning reform
The overarching objective of the reform is to create a stable and predictable investment climate for the construction sector, as well as fight the uncontrolled spread of buildings into peri-urban areas, especially in the largest cities. To that end, the aim of the reform is to (i) streamline existing legislation and improve the legal framework for land-use planning at municipal level; (ii) create transparent and clear rules for land development at municipal level, in particular by providing access to clear, digital and reliable information on the development of land in municipalities; (iii) enhance the participation of stakeholders and social partners in the drafting of municipal general plans.
The reform shall consist of the adoption of a new law on spatial planning. The law shall: (i) introduce a requirement for all municipalities to prepare and adopt general spatial development plans, to be converted into local legislation, which shall lay down the general rules for building in the municipal area ; (ii) introduce a requirement that obliges investors to carry out additional projects for the benefit of the municipality when building new development projects, with a view to, inter alia, reduce the development of housing without a sufficient provision of services; (iii) define the process in which stakeholders may participate in the drafting of strategies and general plans in municipalities.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 March 2023.
A1.3.1 Implementation of the land-use planning reform
The investment shall aim to support the implementation of the new spatial planning reform set out in reform A.1.3 of Component A. The investment aims to provide support to municipalities for the preparation of general spatial development plans with the objective that 80% of municipalities in Poland adopt new general spatial development plans. The investment shall consist of three types of actions: (i) provision of technical support for the preparation of general spatial development plans; (ii) provision of educational material to municipalities (such as webinars and handbooks); (iii) provision of targeted training for planners involved in the development of general plans in municipalities, with a view to train at least 1700 staff.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A1.4 Reform to improve the competitiveness and protection of producers/consumers in the agricultural sector
The overarching objective of the reform is to strengthen the position of consumers and producers in the agri-food supply chain with a view to enhance the investment and resilience of all actors in the agri-food sector, particularly SMEs and small producers. To that end, the reform aims at: (i) creating a set of principles and good practices in vertical relations in the agri-food supply-chain; (ii) improving the system of enforcement of contracts in the agri-food sector to prevent the exploitation of contractual advantages; and (iii) enhancing market transparency.
The reform shall consist of a new law to combat the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agri-food sector, which shall go beyond the Unfair Trading Practices Directive 2019/633. The reform shall consist of:
I.In addition to the list of Unfair Trading Practices set out in the Directive 2019/633, the reform shall introduce an open definition of unfair trading practices. In particular, such additional trading practices shall be identified as unfair by the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) if (i) they are contrary to the requirements of good commercial conduct; (ii) and they materially distort or are likely to materially distort the interests of the other contract parties.
II.The reform shall protect all trading operators, including buyers of agricultural and food products.
The reform shall also include the drafting of a mid-term review of the new law, which shall include an assessment of whether the objectives have been achieved and identify avenues for action to tackle potential problems of implementation.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2025.
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of entities in the chain
The overarching objective of this investment is to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of the agri-food and fisheries sector in Poland. To that end, the investment aims to (i) support the green and digital transition in the agri-food and fisheries sector; (ii) shorten and build resilience on the agri-food and fishery and aquaculture supply chain, in particular by supporting local SMEs, small producers and fishermen; (iii) avoid food waste and address white spots and technical barriers related to food redistribution.
The investment shall consist of the following initiatives:
-Construction and modernisation of local storage and distribution centres, wholesale markets, local food markets and cooperatives, including the modernisation of logistics and ICT infrastructure.
-Support to SMEs and micro enterprises in agri-food processing, including in the fishery and aquaculture sector, which shall entail the purchase of machinery and equipment, including transport equipment, as well as the expansion and modernisation of plant infrastructure.
-Support to farmers and fishermen for the processing and marketing of agricultural and food products, including the construction and modernisation of infrastructure, and the purchase of new machinery and equipment for the processing, transport and storage of products. The support shall also include the organization of agri-food product sales on the internet along with the organization of deliveries.
-Support to charitable organisations in the agri-food sector for the modernisation of buildings, infrastructure, and equipment, including transport equipment. The support shall include the development of IT systems and digital applications.
-Support for agricultural producers to implement Agriculture 4.0 solutions. This includes the purchase of sensors, tables and digital equipment, as well as the purchase and maintenance of digital solutions, such as applications and software.
-Support to agricultural and fishery and aquaculture producers related to the green transition. This shall include the renovation of producers’ infrastructure, including the replacement of roofs that contain materials harmful to health or the environment, the thermal modernisation of buildings, the replacement of electrical and ventilation systems with energy-efficient ones, as well as the replacement of pole carriers impregnated with creosote in hop plantations.
It is expected that this measure does not do significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measure and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01).
This includes that:
-Trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles purchased shall only be zero-emission 1 , low-emission 2 , or LNG/CNG trucks running on biogas/biomethane. Special purpose vehicles shall comply with the same rules set out above. For those vehicles using biofuels, bioliquids and biomass fuels, the following conditions shall be met: (i) meets the sustainability and greenhouse gas emission savings criteria set out in Articles 29-31 and the rules on food and feed based biofuels set out in Article 26 of the Renewable Energy Directive (Directive 2018/2001/EU (REDII)), and related implementing and delegated acts; and (ii) provides assurance that exclusively REDII compliant biofuels, bioliquids and biomass fuels are used by the vehicles purchased under a scheme support by the RRF; and (iii) is complemented by ‘flanking measures’ that substantiate that the biofuels, bioliquids and biomass fuels share of the national mix is increased over time.
-All building renovations shall be done in compliance with the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (Directive 2018/844/EU)
-Biogas energy production facilities shall meet the sustainability and greenhouse gas emission savings criteria set out in Articles 29-31 and the rules on food and feed-based biofuels set out in Article 26 of the Renewable Energy Directive (Directive 2018/2001/EU(REDII)), as well as related implementing and delegated acts.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
Sub-component A2 – Development of the National Innovation System: strengthening coordination, stimulating innovation capacity and cooperation between businesses and research organisations, including in environmental technologies
A2.1 Accelerating robotisation and digitalisation and innovation processes
The reform aims to strengthen demand for knowledge and innovation and their effective deployment in businesses, in the digital economy.
The reform shall consist of the introduction of tax system preferences for companies carrying out the digitisation process through investments in robotisation and digitalisation. The tax relief shall take the form of an extra tax cost deduction to support the purchase of robots.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
A2.1.1 Investments supporting robotisation and digitalisation in enterprises
The objective of this investment shall be to support projects involving the introduction of innovative solutions aimed at the digital transformation.
The investment shall consist of the digitalisation of business processes, supporting the transition towards Industry 4.0 with a particular focus on robotisation and operational technologies. The investment shall support the use of cloud technologies and artificial intelligence in the integration and management of manufacturing and business processes; implementation of smart production lines, construction of smart factories; the deployment of modern digital technologies that support the transition towards reducing environmental emissions (in particular greenhouse gases) and reducing the use of natural resources and environmental impact of manufacturing and business processes.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A2.2 Creating the conditions for the transition to a circular economy model
The objective of the reform shall be to create an appropriate legal framework for the functioning of trade in secondary raw materials. The reform shall introduce end-of-waste regulations for key industrial waste (with the greatest economic potential), and the implementation of a definition of secondary raw material, which would facilitate the circulation and use of waste as secondary raw materials.
The reform shall consist of a framework for the development of the secondary raw materials market to facilitate the management of these materials, which shall result in a reduction of the exploitation of natural resources deposits, replacing natural materials and products. The reform shall lead to a reduction of waste storage on waste heaps.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
A2.2.1 Investments in the deployment of environmental technologies and innovation, including those related to circular economy
The objective of this investment shall be to support the use of secondary raw materials, including by funding, inter alia, research & development (R&D) infrastructure to develop technologies for the use of waste as secondary raw materials, with the aim of creating a more efficient economy.
The investment shall consist of two actions. The first action shall support projects awarded to SMEs to develop and implement green technologies related to the circular economy, resulting in improved material management, increased energy efficiency and a shift in philosophy of companies towards zero waste.
The implementation of the action shall be completed by 31 March 2025.
Under the second action, projects supporting the development of technologies contributing to the creation of a market for secondary raw materials shall be financed.
The implementation of the action shall be completed by 30 September 2025.
The selection of beneficiaries shall be undertaken in line with specified selection criteria following the principles of non-discrimination and transparency. Projects shall concern to the development and implementation or application of green industry solutions that aim to result in an increase in energy efficiency in production and operational processes or reduction of waste from production and operational processes or re-using or recycling of waste or reduction of GHG emissions from production and operational processes. In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), the eligibility criteria contained in terms of reference for upcoming calls for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 3 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 4 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 5 and mechanical biological treatment plants 6 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment.
A2.3 Providing the institutional and legal basis for the development of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
The objective of the reform shall be to set up an entity to support the testing and implementation of new UAV-based solutions, in particular in urbanised areas.
The reform shall grant the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency the right to own equity in commercial companies and shall authorise it or its subsidiaries to conduct pilot projects supporting the implementation of business models and services based on UAVs. The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency shall also act as a provider of specialized services for UAVs within the planned network of competence centres.
The implementation of this reform shall be completed by 30 June 2023.
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an ecosystem of innovation
The objective of this investment is to establish an integrated system of competence centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles.
The investment shall consist of the implementation of local centres equipped with infrastructure for unmanned vehicles. Local centres and/or infrastructures shall be implemented in ten locations. The service developed in the first competence centre (milestone A36G) shall form the basis for the tasks carried out in the remaining nine competence centres, under milestones A34G and A35G. The key elements of the supported project shall be terrestrial infrastructure, local data and traffic management centres along with digital services and producers implemented.
The second element of the investment shall consist of implementation of services for unmanned vehicles that aim to enable the advanced flights of unmanned aerial vehicles on a mass scale, in the area assigned to each competence centre.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A2.4 Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry
The reform shall consist of two actions. The objective of the first action is to allow universities and research institutes to become shareholders in companies. This aims to lead to greater interdisciplinary and flexibility of technology transfer.
The first action under this reform shall consist of broadening the categories of entities with which universities shall be able to establish special purpose vehicles. These shall be research institutes, institutes of the Polish Academy of Sciences and institutes of the Łukasiewicz Research Network. The reform shall allow for creation of special purpose vehicles designed specifically for commercialization of R&D results.
The implementation of this reform was to be completed by 31 March 2022.
The second action under this reform shall establish, for the research institutes and subordinated units under the supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, rules for the use of laboratories, research infrastructure and knowledge transfer within science-science and science-business cooperation. The rules for granting aid shall follow the principles of non-discrimination and transparency.
The implementation of this reform was to be completed by 31 March 2022.
A2.4.1 Investment in the development of research capacities
The objective of this investment is to ensure closer cooperation among research and innovation institutions as well as between scientific institutions and the business sector. It shall contribute to increasing high-quality R&D results with high commercialisation potential.
This investment shall consist of the funding of research infrastructure within the Łukasiewicz Research Network, the Polish Roadmap for Research Infrastructure and within the agri-food institutes and subordinated units under the supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), the eligibility criteria contained in terms of reference for upcoming calls for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 7 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 8 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 9 and mechanical biological treatment plants 10 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment.
The following R&D&I actions under this investment shall be considered compliant with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01): (i) those R&D&I actions under this investment resulting in technologically neutral outcomes at the level of their application; (ii) those R&D&I actions under this investment supporting alternatives with low environmental impacts for which these exist; or (iii) those R&D&I actions under this investment that are primarily focused on developing alternatives with the lowest possible environmental impacts in the sector for those activities for which no technologically and economically feasible low-impact alternative exists.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
Sub-component A3 – Education for the modern economy
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation
The main aim of the reform is to prepare the workforce for the modern economy and to improve the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements, linked to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation.
This reform shall aim at establishing Sectoral Skills Centres and amending relevant legislation to provide targeted upskilling and reskilling services. The objective of the reform shall include supporting the cooperation of employers with vocational education providers, contributing to the dissemination of innovative solutions, and supporting innovation in vocational training. Inclusion of persons with disabilities shall also be addressed. As such, the Skills Centres shall complement the existing offer of secondary and higher vocational education and training and lifelong learning.
The reform shall include an amendment of the Education Law and the Teachers Charter. This shall follow a review process in close cooperation with social partners, regional authorities, sectors and other stakeholders. The amendment of the Education Law shall foresee a development plan for the Skills Centres’ Network, determine the place and role of Skills Centres in the education and training system, determine the conditions for the employment of staff in the Skills Centres, establish provisions for cyclical reviews to ensure supervision over their management and the sustainability after 2026, and adjust an existing governance system with tailored provisions on the governance of Skills Centres, including employers (including representatives of SMEs), social partners and other relevant stakeholders including regional and local authorities. It shall also include the establishment of financing arrangements (including after EU support ceases), training conditions, provisions for career guidance, and curricula, and it shall identify the types of training provided, the target groups, the types of qualifications and standards, quality assurance and verification mechanisms, and how the sectors shall be linked to the Skills Centres. The amendment to the Teachers’ Charter shall allow for the provision of continuous professional training by the Skills Centres to current vocational education teachers.
The reform shall also aim to adapt the coordination of vocational education and training, higher education and lifelong learning in the regions, with a view to creating sustainable and effective methods of cooperation and interaction between different stakeholders in the area of skills development that are part of the different governance structures (such as educational institutions, labour market institutions, enterprises and employers’ organisations, and local authorities).
This shall be achieved through the entry into force of amendments to several legislative acts, after a review process of existing coordination mechanisms, and in close cooperation with local and regional authorities. The reform shall identify rights and responsibilities of regions in the coordination of skills policies and influence the upskilling offers of lifelong learning institutions based on operationalised implementation programmes for the (national) Integrated Skills Strategy 2030 at regional level. These amendments shall include the legal establishment of Regional Coordination Teams (one in each Polish 'voivodeship’) coordinating vocational education and training policy, higher education and lifelong learning; a governance structure that incorporates responsibilities for regions and social partners; an obligation for adopting operationalised implementation programmes for the national Integrated Skills Strategy 2030 at regional level (one in each 'voivodeship’), and to update a programme every five years, and to ensure that the learning offer shall be adapted to the diagnosed skills needs. The amendments shall include provisions for the functioning of the Coordination Office (providing services for the Regional Coordination Teams), and an implementation plan for monitoring and evaluation.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 March 2025.
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning
The investment, linked to reform A3.1, shall aim at the actual creation and full functioning of the network of Sectoral Skills Centres to support the development of modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning. This shall include the creation of the Skills Centres and provision of vocational training courses and curricula, including for adults, students, young people, vocational education and training teachers, and employees. The investment shall not include the purchase of land.
For the provision of up- and re-skilling and training curricula in the Skills Centres, including certification of learning outcomes, 24 000 learners shall receive training in all Centres. Of these learners, at least 60% shall be adults (at least 25 years old – not including vocational education and training teachers); at least 20% of learners shall be young people (between 14 and 24 years old); at least 10% of learners shall be current vocational education and training teachers, who shall participate in the training in the first two years of operation of the Skills Centres (following the reform of the Teachers Act). Finally, each upskilling programme shall include at least a digital dimension and a green dimension, based on the best available knowledge and science. At least 90 sectoral organisations shall be included in the Skills Centres (for whom training shall be provided).
The investment shall also set up at least 14 functioning Regional Coordination Teams, with an overall objective to reach 16 Regional Coordination Teams (one for each ‘voivodeship’). These Teams shall coordinate policy in vocational education and training and lifelong learning. The investment shall include support and development of coordination mechanisms at central and regional level, as well as support for activities of the regional teams to perform their tasks.
In addition, with an overall objective to develop 16 operationalised implementation programmes at regional level (one for each 'voivodeship’), at least 14 operationalised implementation programmes at regional level shall be developed by the established Regional Coordination Teams for vocational education and training and lifelong learning. These shall be implementation programmes for the national Integrated Skills Strategy 2030 at regional level.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
Sub-component A4 – Increasing structural matching, efficiency and crisis resilience of the labour market
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market
The overarching objective of the reform is to increase the labour market participation with a view to contributing to higher productivity, crisis resilience and global competitiveness of the Polish economy. Another objective is to bring new flexibility and security in the Polish labour market. To that end, the reform aims at: (i) redesigning the way the public employment services operate and enhancing active labour market policies; (ii) easing the hiring process of foreign workers; (iii) easing recruitment procedures by implementing new provisions on electronic contracts; and (iv) exploring ways for enhancing the use of collective agreements and of a single labour contract.
The reform shall consist of new legislation on public employment services, on the employment of third country nationals, and on the electronic conclusion of certain job contracts. Moreover, the reform shall consist of an adoption of a new standards and performance framework on the functioning and coordination of the public employment services. A consultation process of social partners on the potential for collective agreements and a comprehensive study on the potential role of a single labour contract shall be conducted. Relevant legal changes, as identified in the consultation and in the study, shall be implemented.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2024.
A4.1.1 Investment in support of labour market institution reform
The overarching objective of this investment is to increase the capacity of the public employment services to support the functioning of the labour market. To that end, the investment shall aim to digitise services and tools used by the public employment services, to train the staff of the public employment services, and to carry out an information campaign on the new services offered by the public employment services, also to their first-time future users.
The investments shall consist of (i) digitalisation of public employment services’ processes and (ii) training courses for the public employment services’ staff, (iii) developing new standards.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2025.
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to high-quality childcare for children up to the age of three
The overarching objective of the reform is to ease the access to childcare facilities for children up to the age of three and to ensure high education and quality standards for childcare services. To that end, the aim of the reform is to (i) streamline the management of domestic and external funds for creation and functioning of the childcare facilities; (ii) implement a stable long-term domestic financing of the childcare services for children up to the age of three; as well as (iii) implement a set of binding minimum education and quality standards for childcare facilities.
The reform shall consist of the adoption of an amendment to the law on the care of children up to three years of age and of setting up a dedicated multi-annual programme for the creation and functioning of the childcare facilities. Among others, the amendment shall bring together the management of three distinct financing sources for the creation and functioning of childcare facilities: domestic financing, European Social Fund+ and the Recovery and Resilience Facility. The reform shall also consist of designing a relevant scheme and ensuring sufficient funds to set up a stable long-term domestic financing of childcare services for children up to the age of three. Finally, the reform shall consist of carrying out a strategic review of existing care and educational standards for children under three years of age, developing relevant educational guidance and supports for childcare facilities, and implementing relevant legal changes based on this review with a view to setting up a set of binding minimum education and quality standards for childcare facilities to ensure the high quality of education and care from an early age.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
A4.2.1 Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs) under Maluch+
The overarching objective of this investment is to increase the availability of childcare facilities up to the age of three by subsidising the costs of construction of childcare facilities and setting up a financing management system of childcare facilities for children up to the age of three. To that end, the investment shall aim to (i) implement an IT system to manage the financing and creation of childcare facilities for children up to the age of three, and to (ii) create new places in childcare facilities (nurseries, children’s clubs) for children up to three years of age.
The investment shall consist of a development and a rollout of an IT system to manage the financing and creation of childcare facilities for children up to the age of three. The system shall combine different sources of financing childcare (European funds, national financing from the central budget, local governments financing).
The investment shall also consist of the creation of 47500 new places in nurseries and children’s clubs through the construction of new facilities and the refurbishment (renovations and adaptations) of existing ones. Exceptionally, if needed, this may include the purchase of real estate and infrastructure (the purchase of land or premises).
A clear delineation between the funding from the Recovery and Resilience Facility and other European funding shall be respected.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A4.3 Implementation of the legal framework for the development of the social economy
The overarching objective of the reform is to increase the professional activity rate of people at risk of social exclusion and to support the deinstitutionalisation of social services. To that end, the aim of the reform is to define in the legislation a framework for the functioning of social economy actors.
The reform shall consist of an adoption of a law on the social economy. The law shall define the basic rules related to this sector, including in particular the principles of functioning and supporting a social enterprise, new modes of cooperation between social economy entities and the local government in the implementation of social services, as well as the principles of policy coordination in the field of social economy development.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
A4.3.1 Investment support programmes making it possible, in particular, to develop activities, increase participation in the provision of social services, improve the quality of reintegration into social economy entities
The overarching objective of this investment is to maximise the impact of social economy entities in terms of social and professional reintegration of people at risk of social exclusion and to support the deinstitutionalisation of social services. To that end, the investment shall aim to help entities to obtain a social enterprise status and to maintain jobs in social economy entities.
The investment shall consist of the preparation and implementation of programmes providing grants to eligible entities. The targets to measure the achievement of the investment shall be (i) to grant the social enterprise status to 1400 entities and (ii) to provide financial support to at least 1000 social entities.
The selection of beneficiaries shall be undertaken in line with specified selection criteria that shall respect the principles of non-discrimination and transparency.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
A4.4 Making forms of employment more flexible and introducing remote work
The overarching objective of the reform is to make it easier to reconcile family and professional responsibilities and help people from groups with lower labour participation rates to find regular employment. To that end, remote work and flexible forms of organisation of working time shall be enshrined in the Labour Code.
The reform shall consist of the adoption of an amendment to the Labour Code. The amendment shall allow remote work anytime, and not only in extraordinary circumstances, and implement flexible forms of working time arrangements. The amendment shall also define several operational arrangements of remote and flexible work, including: (i) the possibility to work remotely outside the place of employment, based on arrangements between the worker and the employer, (ii) a definition of rules on the work tools to be provided by the employer, and (iii) the creation of a framework for health and safety principles applicable to the remote work.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2022.
A4.5 Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age
The overarching objective of the reform is to increase workers’ ability and motivation to remain in the labour market beyond the retirement age. To that end, a tax incentive shall be implemented for those who reached the statutory retirement age but prefer to not retire and continue working. Within two years from the implementation of the tax incentive, a report to evaluate its effect on the effective retirement age shall be published.
The reform shall consist of the adoption of an amendment to the act on the personal income tax and of an evaluation of this measure. The amendment shall reduce as from 2023 the personal income tax for those who reached the statutory retirement age but do not want to retire and continue working. Workers falling into the first income tax bracket (PLN 85 528 in 2021) and earning no more than the average gross wage in the national economy in Poland shall be exempted from income tax. The personal income tax rate shall be reduced for other workers with higher earnings who reached the statutory retirement age but do not retire and continue working. Thanks to this tax incentive taxpayers shall earn additional amounts corresponding to the amount of unpaid income tax which aims to incentivise them to extend their careers. Within two years from the introduction of the above measure, a report shall be completed to evaluate the effect of the amendments to the personal income tax on the effective retirement age. This shall analyse the impact on labour market participation, on the sustainability of the pension system, on public finances and on gender equality.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2024.
A4.6 Increase labour market participation of certain groups by developing long-term care
The overarching objective of the reform is to increase the labour market participation of certain groups, in particular women, by developing the long-term care system in Poland. To that end, a strategic review of the long-term care system shall be performed and followed by relevant legislative changes.
The reform shall consist of the publication of an analysis of the long-term care system in Poland, followed by an amendment of relevant laws to implement the reform priorities as identified in this analysis. The analysis shall in particular explore the possible ways to integrate social and health long-term care, speed up the deinstitutionalisation of these services, put them under a single authority, reduce fragmentation of care provision, create a stable system of adequate financing of the long-term care services, especially the community-based and home care, and introduce a quality framework on long-term care services (requirements for staff, equipment, admission of long-term care providers to the market). The analysis shall also explore ways to revise the care-related benefits to enable continuing working. The analysis shall be done in consultation with relevant stakeholders, including social partners dealing with long-term care provisions, and local authorities. The reform priorities as identified in the analysis shall be implemented by an amendment of relevant laws as a part of the reform.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2024.
A4.7 Limit the segmentation of the labour market
The overarching objective of the reform is to limit the segmentation of the labour market and increase the social security of certain workers. To that end, all civil-law work contracts shall be made subject to social security contributions, with the exception of mandate contracts concluded with secondary school students and students until 26 years of age.
The reform shall be implemented through a legal act ensuring that employment based on civil-law contracts is subject to social security contributions: pension, disability, accident and occupational disease, and, with the exception of contracts for specific task for which it shall be voluntary, sickness benefits. Moreover, the rule according to which social security contribution is paid on the basis of minimum wage for civil-law contracts shall be abolished.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
A.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
A1 – BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
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A1G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Development of a Concept Note on the Standardised Chart of Accounts integrated with budget classification |
Publication on the Ministry of Finance website |
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Q1 |
2022 |
Publication of the Concept Note on the Biuletyn Informacji Publicznej (public information website) of the Ministry of Finance. The Concept Note shall present the description and set up of the new classification system. |
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A2G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act on Public Finances prepared by the Ministry of Finance implementing the new budgetary system, including the new classification system, the new model of budget management and the redefined medium-term budgetary framework |
Provision in the amendment to the Act on Public Finances indicating its entry into force |
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Q1 |
2025 |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act on Public Finances in order to implement the new budgetary system, including the new classification system, the new model of budget management and the redefined medium-term budgetary framework. The new classification system shall integrate the existing budgetary classification and performance classification and shall link it with the standard chart of accounts. Transactions shall be recorded on the same basis, which is expected to improve the quality of data in budgetary, financial and statistical reporting. The new system shall include a number of separate segments along with data coding structures in these segments, which shall address the information needs of various users of the system. |
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A3G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act on Public Finances extending the scope of the stabilising expenditure rule (SER) to include state special purpose funds |
Provision in the amendment to the Act on Public Finances indicating its entry into force |
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Q3 |
2021 |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act on Public Finances to extend the scope of the stabilising expenditure rule (SER).
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A4G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Review of the functioning of the stabilising expenditure rule in the years 2019-2023, with a view to:
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Publication in the Biuletyn Informacji Publicznej of the Ministry of Finance website |
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Q1 |
2025 |
Publication of a review on the functioning of the stabilising expenditure rule (SER), with a special reference to its scope, after five years of its operation (2019-2023 review). The review shall be published on the Ministry of Finance website.
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A5G |
A1.2 Further reducing regulatory and administrative burden |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative package to reduce administrative burden to businesses and citizens |
Provisions in the legislative package indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a legislative package that shall aim at eliminating legal barriers affecting the investment climate, in particular by: 1) Simplifying administrative and silent procedures in at least 12 procedures, in particular related to the seafarers professions and trade and commerce of alcoholic beverages; 2) Reducing the use of the two-instance procedure in at least 10 procedures, related in particular to geological resources; 3) Digitalising the way of dealing with requests in at least eight administrative procedures, related for example to the submission of declarations by tourist operators and entrepreneurs to the Insurance Guarantee Fund and the submission of applications for social benefits by students as well as regarding the geodetic proceedings; 4) Introducing other rationalisations of administrative procedures (such as the limitation of the number of documents or fewer formalities to accomplish) related in particular to introducing a number of improvements in the spatial planning process, in the construction process and in the land consolidation process; 5) Prolonging the deadline for the accomplishment of obligations of entrepreneurs and natural persons towards the administration in some cases of administrative procedures, for example prolonging from 30 to 60 days the deadline for registering a car bought in other Member States or prolonging the deadline for the use of the touristic voucher from 31 March 2022 to 30 September 2022. |
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A7G |
A1.2.1 Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities |
Target |
T1 - Number of SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors that have signed contracts for projects aimed at modernising their business activities |
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0 |
1214 |
Q4 |
2024 |
At least 1214 SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors have signed contracts for projects aimed at modernising their business activities. The projects shall include the following three types of activities:
The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investments under this measure shall be in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). |
|
A8G |
A1.2.1 Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities |
Target |
T2 - Number of SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors that have modernised their business activities |
|
Number |
0 |
2510 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least 2510 SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors have completed projects aimed at modernising their business activities. The projects shall include the following three types of activities:
The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investments under this measure shall be in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). |
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A12G |
A1.3 Land-use planning reform |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new act on spatial planning |
Provision in the act on spatial planning indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q1 |
2023 |
Following a public consultation, entry into force of a new act on spatial planning which shall:
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A13G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of the land-use planning reform |
Milestone |
Publication of a document that determines the allocation mechanism and indicative amount of support to be given to each municipality in Poland for the implementation of the land-use planning reform |
Publication on the Ministry of Economic Development and Technology website |
Q3 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, publication of a document that determines the allocation mechanism and indicative amount of support that each municipality shall receive for the implementation of the land-use planning reform set out in milestone A12G. In particular, the document shall indicate the amount of support to be provided to each municipality and explain for which type of activities the support shall be used for. All municipalities in Poland shall receive support for the implementation of this measure. The amount of support to be allocated to each municipality shall take into account the population and area size of the municipality (more populated/extensive municipalities shall receive more support), while also considering the specific needs of municipalities. |
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A14G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Staff from local authorities and spatial planners that completed a course on the new spatial planning law |
|
Number |
0 |
850 |
Q2 |
2024 |
At least 850 staff from local authorities and spatial planners have finished a course and/or postgraduate studies on the new spatial planning law set out in milestone A12G. |
|
A15G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Staff from local authorities and spatial planners that completed a course on the new spatial planning law |
|
Number |
850 |
1 700 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least 1 700 staff from local authorities and spatial planners that have finished a course and/or postgraduate studies on the new spatial planning law set out in milestone A12G. |
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A16G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Share of municipalities that adopted general spatial development plans |
|
% (Percentage) |
0 |
10 |
Q4 |
2024 |
At least 10% of municipalities have prepared and adopted a general spatial development plan, as required by the new law set out in milestone A12G. |
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A17G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Share of municipalities that adopted general spatial development plans |
|
% (Percentage) |
10 |
80 |
Q2 |
2026 |
80% of municipalities have prepared and adopted a general spatial development plan, as required by the new law set out in milestone A12G. |
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A18G |
A1.4 Reform to improve the competitiveness and protection of producers/consumers in the agricultural sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector |
Provision in the new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q1 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, entry into force of a new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector, which shall:
(b) While the Directive only protects suppliers of agricultural and food products, the new law shall protect all trading operators, including buyers of agricultural and food products. The reform shall allow the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection to investigate not only the cases submitted by market participants but to undertake its own investigations. |
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A19G |
A1.4 Reform to improve the competitiveness and protection of producers/consumers in the agricultural sector |
Milestone |
Adoption of a mid-term review of the new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector |
Publication on the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection's website |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2025 |
The review shall include an assessment of whether the objectives of the reform on unfair trade practices in the agri-food sector have been achieved and identify avenues for action to tackle potential problems of implementation. |
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A20G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Milestone |
Adoption of criteria for the selection of beneficiaries for all the projects under this investment |
Publication on the website of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Agency for Restructuring and Modernisation of Agriculture the adoption of the criteria for the selection of beneficiaries |
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|
|
Q1 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, adoption of the criteria for the selection of beneficiaries for all the projects under this investment. The selection criteria shall follow the principles of non-discrimination and transparency.
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A21G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Distribution and storage centres that have been built or modernised and wholesale markets that have been modernised |
|
Number |
0 |
77 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 77 distribution and storage centres and wholesale markets (including cooperatives) built or modernised. The objective is to create a set of independent distribution and storage centres at the local level to diversify and shorten the food supply chain as well as to encourage more sustainable production practices in the agri-food sector, especially by preventing food waste. The investment shall consist of: (I)Construction or modernisation of buildings and relevant infrastructure, such as storage, packaging, loading and sale facilities, social amenities, and laboratories. Furthermore, the investments shall include the purchase of solar panels, and the construction of heat recovery installations, biomass furnaces, and refrigerants with a reduced or neutral impact on the environment. Modernisation of buildings shall also include investments for the thermo-modernisation of buildings, the construction of waste treatment facilities, and the construction of water and energy saving facilities. (II)Purchase and installation of machinery and equipment for the storage, sale, packaging, and transport of agri-food products (III)Purchase and installation of IT systems to support, storage and marketing of food products, including systems related to management and accounting. (IV)Purchase of new specialised means of transport for warehouse management (such as forklifts), and for the transport of agri-food products (such as tanks, silos, cold stores and isotherms). Transport equipment shall be purchased in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01)). (V)Investments related to complying with certified quality management systems (VI)Upfront fees for patents and licenses. The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investments shall be done in compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regards to requirements related to energy efficiency, transport equipment, renewable energy, and waste management. |
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A22G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
SMEs in the agri-food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
Number |
0 |
400 |
Q4 |
2024 |
At least 400 SMEs in the agri-food and fisheries sector completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment. The investments shall consist of the following type of activities:
The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regards to requirements related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management and transport equipment. |
|
A23G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
SMEs in the agri-food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
Number |
400 |
800 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 800 SMEs in the agri-food and fisheries sector completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment.
The investment shall consist of the following type of projects:
The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management, and transport equipment. |
|
A24G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Charitable organisations in the food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
Number |
0 |
50 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 50 charitable organisations in the food sector completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, with a view to encourage more sustainable food consumption patterns, especially by preventing food waste. The investments shall support the modernisation of infrastructure in charitable organisations including:
The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management, and transport equipment. |
|
A25G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Farmers and fishermen that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, shorten food supply-chains and implement agriculture 4.0 solutions in production processes |
|
Number |
0 |
5 764 |
Q4 |
2023 |
At least 5 764 farmers and fishermen completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, with a view to increase their resilience to future crises and enhance sustainable patterns of production, shorten supply chains and support agriculture 4.0 technologies. The investments shall include: 1) Construction and modernisation of buildings and infrastructure for the processing and storage of agricultural, fishery and aquaculture and food products by farmers. The support shall also include the replacement of materials harmful to the environment and health in buildings used for agricultural production or on land used for agricultural production; 2) Construction of heat recovery installations, biomass furnaces, and refrigerants with a reduced or neutral impact on the environment. The support shall also include the thermal modernisation of buildings, the construction of waste storage and management plants, sewage treatment plants and biogas plants, as well as the purchase of photovoltaic and solar panels. 3) Purchase and installation of machinery and equipment for the production, processing and storage of agricultural, fishery and aquaculture products by farmers. 4) Construction or modernisation of places for direct sale of local food products. This shall include the development, adaptation and building of premises for direct sale, as well as the purchase of relevant equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and processing machines and devices. 5) Purchase and installation of IT systems and digital solutions related to agriculture 4.0 to support production, storage and sale processes for agri-food products. This shall include the purchase of machinery, equipment and software for these purposes, including sensors, IT equipment, and software applications.
6) Purchase of zero/low-emission specialized transport vehicles, such as refrigerator trucks, tank trucks, and isotherm trucks, to support door-to-door sale or transport of agri-food products.
8) Upfront fees for patents and licenses. The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management, biodiversity and transport equipment. |
|
A26G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Farmers and fishermen that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, shorten food supply-chains and implement agriculture 4.0 solutions in production processes |
|
Number |
5 764 |
11 527 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 11 527 farmers and fishermen completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, with a view to increase their resilience to future crises and enhance sustainable patterns of production, shorten supply chains, and support agriculture 4.0 technologies. The investments shall include: 1) Construction and modernisation of buildings and infrastructure for the processing and storage of agricultural, fishery and aquaculture and food products by farmers. The support shall also include the replacement of materials harmful to the environment and health in buildings used for agricultural production or on land used for agricultural production; 2) Construction of heat recovery installations, biomass furnaces, and refrigerants with a reduced or neutral impact on the environment. The support shall also include the thermal modernisation of buildings, the construction of waste storage and management plants, sewage treatment plants and biogas plants, as well as the purchase of photovoltaic and solar panels. 3) Purchase and installation of machinery and equipment for the production, processing and storage of agricultural, fishery and aquaculture products by farmers. 4) Construction or modernisation of places for direct sale of local food products. This shall include the development, adaptation and building of premises for direct sale, as well as the purchase of relevant equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, and processing machines and devices. 5) Purchase and installation of IT systems and digital solutions related to agriculture 4.0 to support production, storage and sale processes for agri-food products. This shall include the purchase of machinery, equipment and software for these purposes, including sensors, IT equipment, and software applications. 6) Purchase of zero/low-emission specialized transport vehicles, such as refrigerator trucks, tank trucks, and isotherm trucks, to support door-to-door sale or transport of agri-food products. 7) Creation of online tools for the sale of agricultural, fishery, aquaculture and food products, as well as support for the organization of deliveries. 8) Upfront fees for patents and licenses. The investment shall ensure a balanced implementation of all the types of projects described in the target, considering both the specific needs of beneficiaries and the objectives of the RRF regulation. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste management, biodiversity and transport equipment. |
A2 – INNOVATION
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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A27G |
A2.1 Accelerating robotisation and digitalisation and innovation processes |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new law for supporting the automation and digitisation and innovation of enterprises by introducing a tax relief for robotisation |
Provision in the new law for supporting the automation and digitisation and innovation of enterprises indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
A new law shall introduce a tax relief so that an entrepreneur shall be entitled to an additional write-off of part of the robotisation costs from the tax base at the end of the tax year. The tax relief shall be available to all entrepreneurs regardless of their size and place of business. The following costs shall be considered to be eligible: • costs of purchasing new robots, • machines and peripheral devices for robots functionally related to them • machines, devices and other things functionally related to robots, used to ensure ergonomics and work safety • machines, devices or systems for remote management, diagnosis, monitoring or servicing of robots • human-machine interaction devices for cobots or high- sensitivity robots • costs of intangible assets concerning fixed assets mentioned above • costs of training services concerning robots • fees referred to leasing agreement concerning fixed assets listed above, if after the end of the basic period of the leasing contract the ownership of the fixed assets is transferred to the taxpayer. It is expected that this measure does not do significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measure and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). In particular, the reform shall support low-impact investments which are technologically neutral at the level of their application. |
|
A28G |
A2.1.1 Investments supporting robotisation and digitalisation in enterprises |
Target |
T1 - Implementation of projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence or digitalisation of processes, technologies, products or services |
|
Number |
0 |
6 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Number of fully implemented projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence, or digitisation of processes, technologies, products or services. In particular, the projects shall cover at least one of the subjects listed:
|
|
A29G |
A2.1.1 Investments supporting robotisation and digitalisation in enterprises |
Target |
T2 - Implementation of projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence or digitalisation of processes, technologies, products or services |
|
Number |
6 |
40 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Additional at least 34 fully implemented projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence, or digitisation of processes, technologies, products or services meeting the requirements set out for the measure A28G. |
|
A30G |
A2.2 Creating the conditions for the transition to a circular economy model |
Milestone |
Entry into force of new legislation introducing changes to the legislative framework to enable trade in secondary raw materials |
Provision in the new legislation indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2024 |
The new legislation shall enable trade in selected secondary raw materials. The legislation shall enable the facilitated management of these materials, which shall result in a reduction of the exploitation of natural resources deposits, replacing natural materials and products, and shall reduce waste storage on waste heaps. |
|
A31G |
A2.2.1 Investments in the deployment of environmental technologies and innovation, including those related to circular economy |
Target |
Signed grant agreements for projects awarded to SMEs with solutions to develop and stimulate or apply green technologies (related to the circular economy) |
|
Number |
0 |
100 |
Q1 |
2025 |
Number of signed grant agreements. The selection shall be done under specified selection criteria following the principles of non-discrimination and transparency. The funding shall finance projects of SMEs in compliance with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01) through the use of an exclusion list and related to development and implementation or application of green industry solutions, which shall be selected based on the highest contribution to the objectives (by measurable and reliable indicators) in one of the following categories:
|
|
A32G |
A2.2.1 Investments in the deployment of environmental technologies and innovation, including those related to circular economy |
Target |
Signed grant agreements for projects supporting the development of technologies contributing to the creation of a market for secondary raw materials |
|
Number |
0 |
5 |
Q3 |
2025 |
Number of signed grant agreements. The selection shall be done under specified selection criteria following the principles of non-discrimination and transparency. The funding shall finance projects in compliance with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01) through the use of an exclusion list and related to the use of secondary raw materials, that shall be selected based on the highest contribution to the objectives (by measurable and reliable indicators) of: (a) development of waste conversion technologies; (b) development and implementation of innovative technologies in the field of utilization of waste as secondary raw materials, (c) increasing the amount of recyclable materials and decreasing the amount of primary materials used in production processes, (d) support key design processes for recycling, (e) extending the life of products, (f) decreasing the amount of waste directed to landfills. |
|
A33G |
A2.3 Providing an institutional and legal basis for the development of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency |
Provision in the act amending the Act on the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2023 |
The amending act shall grant the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) the right to own equity in commercial companies and shall authorise PANSA or its subsidiaries to conduct pilot projects supporting implementation of business models and services based on UAV. |
|
A34G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an ecosystem of innovation |
Target |
T2 - Local centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles completed by local government or designated entity to operate locally |
|
Number |
1 |
3 |
Q3 |
2025 |
Local centres and/or infrastructure shall be implemented in two additional locations (deployment).
|
|
A35G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an ecosystem of innovation |
Target |
T3 - Local centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles completed by local government or designated entity to operate locally |
|
Number |
3 |
10 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Local centres and/or infrastructure shall be implemented in seven additional locations (deployment). The implementation of the digital infrastructure for unmanned vehicles throughout the country shall enable the stable, sustainable and safe development of unmanned vehicle applications in various parts of the country, contributing to ensuring territorial cohesion and sustainable development of the country. The key elements of the infrastructure shall be terrestrial infrastructure, local data and traffic management centres along with digital services and procedures implemented. |
|
A36G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an ecosystem of innovation |
Target |
T1 - Local centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles completed by local government or designated entity to operate locally |
|
Number |
0 |
1 |
Q1 |
2025 |
Local centres and/or infrastructure shall be implemented in the first location (deployment). The implementation of the digital infrastructure for unmanned vehicles throughout the country shall enable the stable, sustainable and safe development of unmanned vehicle applications in various parts of the country, contributing to ensuring territorial cohesion and sustainable development of the country. The key elements of the infrastructure shall be terrestrial infrastructure, local data and traffic management centres along with digital services and procedures implemented.
The service shall provide:
The selection of the areas assigned to the provision of the service in all competence centres shall depend on the location and specificities of the competence centre concerned. Service implemented shall enable technology standardisation, gaining social acceptance for the use of unmanned vehicles. Unmanned vehicles services tested and implemented shall mean fully operational services based on hardware and software, and fulfilling business needs of the recipient (user). |
|
A38G |
A2.4 Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the law on higher education and science with regard to the catalogue of entities that may create special purpose vehicles together with universities |
Provision in the act amending the law on higher education and science indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q1 |
2022 |
The amending act shall allow for the creation of special purpose vehicles designed especially for the commercialisation of R&D results. This is expected to allow for greater interdisciplinary and flexibility of technology transfer. |
|
A39G |
A2.4 Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry |
Milestone |
Establishment of rules for the use of laboratories and knowledge transfer of institutes supervised by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development |
Document containing the established rules |
|
|
|
Q1 |
2022 |
The rules for the use of laboratories and knowledge transfer shall determine the procedures regarding the use of the research infrastructure within science-science and science-business cooperation. The provisions shall follow the principles of non-discrimination and transparency. |
|
A40G |
A2.4.1 Investment in the development of research capacities |
Target |
Laboratories with modern research and analytical infrastructure in institutions supervised and/or subordinated to the Ministry of Education and Science and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development |
|
Number |
0 |
18 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Construction and modernisation of laboratories in institutions supervised and/or subordinated to the Ministry of Education and Science, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and Main Inspectorate of Agricultural and Food Quality Inspection related to the objectives. |
A3 – EDUCATION
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
|
Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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A41G |
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Education Law, establishing the legal framework for the network of Sectoral Skills Centres, providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
Provision in the act amending the Education Law indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q3 |
2023 |
The reform of the Education Law shall, after feasibility studies and a review process in close cooperation with social partners, regional authorities, sectors and other stakeholders, establish the legal framework for the network of Sectoral Skills Centres, providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs, with as objective to improve the vocational education and training system with more targeted sectoral education centres and better linking education with labour market needs.
The Education Law, as amended by the amending act, shall:
- Establish financing arrangements (including after EU support ceases), training conditions, provisions for career guidance and curricula; and
|
|
A42G |
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Teachers Act enabling continuous vocational teacher training to be implemented in the Sectoral Skills Centres |
Provision in the act amending the Teachers Act indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q3 |
2023 |
The reform of the Teachers Act shall allow the Sectoral Skills Centres to provide continuous vocational teacher training.
- determine the framework for the training of teachers in the Skills Centres; - include provisions for the training of teachers for the use of new technologies. |
|
A43G |
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the acts amending the Act on regional self-government, the Act on labour market institutions, the Act on county self-government and other relevant acts for the coordination of vocational education and training and lifelong learning in the regions |
Provisions in the acts amending the Act on regional self-government, the Act on labour market institutions, the Act on county self-government and other relevant acts indicating their respective entry into force |
|
|
|
Q1 |
2025 |
The amended legislative acts (including the Act on regional self-government, the Act on labour market institutions, the Act on county self-government and other relevant acts) shall, after a review process and in close cooperation with the local and regional authorities, identify rights and responsibilities of regions in the coordination of skills policies and influence the upskilling offers of lifelong learning institutions based on operationalised implementation programmes for the Polish national Integrated Skills Strategy 2030 at the regional level.
|
|
A44G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T1 - Establishing a Network of functioning Sectoral Skills Centres providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
|
Number |
0 |
10 |
Q1 |
2024 |
Full functioning of 10 Sectoral Skills Centres and provision of vocational training courses and curricula including for adults, students, young people, vocational education and training teachers, and employees. This shall include:
- Hiring of staff; and
The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). In particular, the construction of new buildings shall be in compliance with the Near Zero-Energy Buildings standard, as set out in the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. |
|
A45G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T2 - Establishing a Network of functioning Sectoral Skills Centres providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
|
Number |
10 |
120 |
Q3 |
2025 |
Full functioning of 120 Sectoral Skills Centres and provision of vocational training courses and curricula including for adults, students, young people, vocational education and training teachers, and employees. This shall include:
- Hiring of staff; and
The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). In particular, the construction of new buildings shall be in compliance with the Near Zero-Energy Buildings standard, as set out in the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. |
|
A46G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T1 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
Number |
0 |
2 000 |
Q3 |
2024 |
2 000 persons shall have received training in the Sectoral Skills Centres. Each of the trained learners shall have received a confirmation of the obtained learning outcomes (skills and qualifications), recognised by the sector, issued by the sectoral organisation. |
|
A47G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T2 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
Number |
2 000 |
16 000 |
Q3 |
2025 |
16 000 persons shall have received training in the Sectoral Skills Centres. Each of the trained learners shall have received a confirmation of the obtained learning outcomes (skills and qualifications), recognised by the sector, issued by the sectoral organisation. |
|
A48G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T3 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
Number |
16 000 |
24 000 |
Q2 |
2026 |
24 000 persons shall have received training in the Sectoral Skills Centres. Each of the trained learners shall have received a confirmation of the obtained learning outcomes (skills and qualifications), recognised by the sector, issued by the sectoral organisation. |
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A49G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
Setting up of functioning Regional Coordination Teams coordinating the policy in vocational education and training and lifelong learning |
|
Number |
0 |
14 |
Q3 |
2022 |
At least 14 Regional Coordination Teams shall be established, with an overall objective of 16 Regional Coordination Teams (one for each ‘voivodeship’). The Regional Coordination Teams, consisting of key stakeholders, shall coordinate policies in vocational education and training and lifelong learning, and cooperate with higher education where relevant and if agreed with the higher education institutions concerned. |
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A50G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
Development of operationalised implementation programmes for the Integrated Skills Strategy at regional level by the established Regional Coordination Groups for vocational education and training and lifelong learning |
|
Number |
0 |
14 |
Q3 |
2023 |
At least 14 operationalised regional implementation programmes shall be developed, with an overall objective of 16 regional operationalised implementation programmes (one for each 'voivodeship’).
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A4 – LABOUR MARKET
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
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Year |
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A51G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of new laws on public employment services, employment of third country nationals, and on an electronic conclusion of certain job contracts:
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Provision in the laws on public employment services, employment of third country nationals, and on an electronic conclusion of certain job contracts indicating the entry into force |
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Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of three new laws, which shall introduce new provisions:
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A52G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
New standards and performance framework on functioning and coordination of the Public Employment Services |
Adoption by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy (MRiPS) |
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|
Q4 |
2023 |
New performance standards and management performance framework, including:
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A53G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Carry out a consultation process of social partners on the potential for collective agreements and conduct a comprehensive study on the potential role of a single labour contract to bring new flexibility and security in the Polish labour market |
Publication by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy (MRiPS) of a report on consultation with social partners |
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|
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Q4 |
2022 |
The objective of the consultation with social partners is to map out the role and potential of collective agreements in the Polish labour market to provide new flexibilities in line with new and fast-changing realities. A study shall be carried out to look at the potential for a possible single labour contract, provide analytical and legal underpinning and use comparative analysis. It may be developed with the support of international organisations and/or with dedicated technical assistance. |
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A54G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment of relevant laws to implement the reform priorities as identified in the consultation on collective agreements and in the study on a single labour contract in Poland |
Provision in the amendment of relevant laws indicating its entry into force |
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Q3 |
2024 |
Entry into force of an amendment of relevant laws implementing the reform priorities as identified in the study on the potential role of the single labour contract and according to the consultation on collective agreements. |
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A55G |
A4.1.1 Investment in support of labour market institution reform |
Target |
Public employment service (PES) where modernised IT systems shall be implemented |
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% (Percentage) |
0 |
100 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Share of public employment service (offices) where the IT systems are deployed. The implementation consists in:
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A56G |
A4.1.1 Investment in support of labour market institution reform |
Target |
Public employment service (PES) staff trained on the application of new procedures and use of IT tools, implemented as a result of the new laws on PES, on employment of third country nationals and on an electronic conclusion of certain job contracts |
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% (Percentage) |
0 |
50 |
Q1 |
2025 |
Public employment service (PES) employees shall complete a training on the new procedures and standards, set out in the new laws on public employment services, employment of third country nationals, and on the electronic conclusion of certain job contracts as well as in IT tools and IT systems operating these new tools and procedures. The target refers to a percentage of total public employment services' staff that have been trained. |
|
A57G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to high-quality childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Adoption of quality standards for childcare, including educational guidelines and standards of care services for children under three years of age, ensuring high quality, including education and care |
Provision in the relevant law indicating the entry into force |
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Q2 |
2023 |
Independent analysis of the extent to which the existing standards of care and education for children up to three years of age allow access to high-quality and affordable early childhood education and care systems. The analysis shall be done taking into account the Council Recommendation of 22 May 2019 on High-Quality Early Childhood Education and Care Systems (2019/C 189/02) and shall be presented in a report to be published by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy. On the basis of the analysis, a framework for quality standards for childcare, including educational guidelines and standards of care services for children under three years of age shall be prepared, which shall then be publicly consulted and agreed on by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy with the stakeholders. Entry into force of an amendment of the Act of 4 February 2011 on the care of children up to three years of age shall make the framework binding for childcare providers, following the outcome of the consultations and the agreement of the Ministry of Family and Social Policy with the stakeholders. |
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A58G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to high-quality childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the care of children up to three years of age ensuring a stable long-term domestic financing of the childcare services for children up to the age of three |
Provision in the act amending the Act of 4 February 2011 on the care of children up to three years old indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act of 4 February 2011 on the care of children up to three years of age which shall ensure a stable long-term financing from national resources for creation and functioning of the childcare services for children up to the age of three. |
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A59G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the care of children up to three years of age aimed at changing the organisation of the system of financing care for children up to the age of three with a view to implementing a single coherent financing management system for creation and functioning of the childcare services for children up to the age of three |
Provision in the act amending the Act of 4 February 2011 on the care of children up to three years of age indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act of 4 February 2011 on the care of children up to three years of age shall streamline the management of financing of the creation and functioning of the childcare facilities by:
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A60G |
A4.2.1 Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs) under Maluch+ |
Milestone |
Creation of an IT system to manage the financing and creation of childcare facilities for children up to the age of three, that shall combine different sources of financing childcare |
Fully functioning IT system |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Creation and deployment of an operational IT system (or the expansion of one of the existing systems), which shall be used to support projects by the final recipients of the financial support, namely entities creating and running childcare institutions, at every stage of their implementation. The system shall be used by institutions supervising and implementing the reform as well. |
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A61G |
A4.2.1 Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs) under Maluch+ |
Target |
Creation of new places in childcare facilities (nurseries, children’s clubs) for children up to three years of age |
|
Number |
0 |
47 500 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The creation and development of infrastructure in the field of childcare up to three years of age shall consist of:
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A62G |
A4.3 Implementation of the legal framework for social economy entities |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act on the social economy |
Provision in the act on the social economy indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an act on the social economy which shall regulate the basic issues related to this sector, including in particular: the definition of a social enterprise, the principles of functioning and supporting a social economy enterprise, new models of cooperation between social economy enterprises and the local government in the implementation of social services, as well as the principles of policy coordination in the field of social economy development. |
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A63G |
A4.3.1 Investment support programmes making it possible, in particular, to develop activities, increasing participation in the implementation of social services, improving the quality of integration into social economy entities |
Target |
Number of entities that obtained a social enterprise status |
|
Number |
0 |
1 400 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Granting a social enterprise status to 1 400 entities. |
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A64G |
A4.3.1 Investment support programmes making it possible, in particular, to develop activities, increasing participation in the implementation of social services, improving the quality of integration into social economy entities |
Target |
Number of social economy entities, including social enterprises, covered by financial support |
|
Number |
0 |
1 000 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Provision of grants to at least 1 000 social economy entities, including social enterprises that shall lead to preserving jobs, increase of financial turnover or introducing the change in economic activity (expansion of the scale, form of the activity or industry change). Employment in entities receiving grants shall be maintained for at least 12 months following the date of the grant. The selection of beneficiaries shall be done under specified selection criteria following the principles of non-discrimination and transparency. |
|
A65G |
A4.4 Making forms of employment more flexible and introducing remote work |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Labour Code introducing the permanent institution of remote work to the provisions of the Labour Code and flexible forms of working time arrangements |
Provision in the act amending the Labour Code indicating its entry into force |
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|
Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the act amending the Labour Code which shall help to better reconcile professional and private responsibilities, respond to the crisis, and provide support to help inactive people with lower economic activity in finding permanent employment. The reform shall consist in:
|
|
A67G |
A4.5 Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Act on personal income tax implementing from 2023 a personal income tax reduction for those who reached the retirement age but continue working |
Provision in the act amending the Act on personal income tax indicating its entry into force |
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|
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Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the act amending the Act on personal income tax which shall implement the following changes: personal income tax reduction shall be dedicated to taxpayers who reach the statutory retirement age and do not decide to retire but continue working. Those workers shall be exempted from income tax to a certain limit of income (no more than the first income tax bracket, PLN 85 528 in 2021, and no more than average gross wage in the national economy in Poland). The personal income tax rate of those above the first bracket shall be reduced. Thanks to this tax incentive taxpayers shall earn additional amounts corresponding to the amount of unpaid income tax which aims to incentivise them to extend careers. |
|
A68G |
A4.5 Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age |
Milestone |
Report to evaluate the impact of measures taken to raise the effective retirement age |
Publication of the evaluation report by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy (MRiPS) |
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|
|
Q4 |
2024 |
The objective of this report is to evaluate the effect of the amendments to the personal income tax on effective retirement age within two years from their introduction. This shall analyse the impact on labour market participation, on sustainability of the pension system, on public finances and on gender equality. |
|
A69G |
A4.6 Increase labour market participation of certain groups by developing long-term care |
Milestone |
Strategic review of long-term care in Poland with a view to identifying reform priorities |
Publication of the strategic analysis report by the Ministry of Family and Social Policy (MRiPS) and by the Ministry of Health |
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Q4 |
2023 |
Completion of an analysis of the long-term care system in Poland with a view to reforming it in the future and publication of a relevant report in the Biuletyn Informacji Publicznej of the Ministry of Family and Social Policy website and in the Biuletyn Informacji Publicznej of the Ministry of Health website. The analysis shall in particular explore the possible ways to:
- revise the care-related benefits to enable undertaking employment,
|
|
A70G |
A4.6 Increase labour market participation of certain groups by developing long-term care |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law amending relevant laws to implement the reform priorities as identified in the strategic review of long-term care in Poland (in line with milestone A69G) |
Provision in the law amending relevant laws indicating its entry into force |
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|
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Q4 |
2024 |
Entry into force of a law amending relevant laws which shall implement the reform priorities as identified in the strategic review of long-term care in Poland. |
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A71G |
A4.7 Limit the segmentation of the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the social insurance system limiting labour market segmentation and increasing social protection of all those working on the basis of civil law contracts, by making those contracts subject to social security contributions |
Provision in the act amending the Act on the social insurance system indicating its entry into force |
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|
Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the social insurance system which shall: (i) ensure that all civil-law contracts are subject to social security contributions (pension, disability, accident and occupational disease, and, with the exception of contracts for specific task for which it shall be voluntary, sickness benefits), regardless of the income earned, with the exception of contracts with students under 26 years of age; (ii) abolish the rule that social security contributions are paid on the basis of minimum wage for civil-law contracts. |
A.3. Description of the reforms and investments for the loan
A2.5 Strengthening the potential of the cultural sector and cultural industries for economic development
The overarching objective of this reform is to conceive and create a framework for supporting the cultural and creative and sectors (CCS) in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The reform shall consist of the adoption of a policy paper to address the following issues: (i) identify key medium to long-term challenges in the CSS; (ii) ensure compliance with EU horizontal principles including gender equality and non-discrimination; (iii) identify the potential for green and digital tools and platforms to address these challenges; (iv) develop concepts for the cooperation and transfer of knowledge and skills between the CCS and with the sectors of science, education, technology and business with a focus on EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination (v) identify preferred options to provide public support for actions in the CCS.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2022.
A2.5.1 A programme to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development
The objective of this investment is to prevent the long-term negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and encourage the green and digital transition in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS). To this end, the investment shall aim to provide financial support and technical assistance to cultural institutions, NGOs, artists, micro-enterprises and SMEs in the CCS.
The investment shall consist of two main elements. First, the investment shall create a grant programme to cultural institutions, NGOs, SMEs and microenterprises in the CCS to support the implementation of projects related to: (i) improving digital and green competences in the CCS; (ii) developing cultural/creative activities, such as concerts, performances and exhibitions including in virtual formats; (iii) creating educational programmes and workshops on architecture, design, and the creative arts to help artists and designers develop their green and digital skills; (iv) Building workshops to support cooperation and the exchange of knowledge and skills between the CCS and with the sectors of science, technology, and business; (v) developing new products and services that use disruptive technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things in the CCS. EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination shall be considered in all projects.
Second, the investment shall create a fellowship programme to support creators, artists, animators, educators and researchers in the CCS. In particular, the fellowship programme shall provide financial assistance to: (i) provide courses for artists to develop their artistic and digital or green skills; (ii) provide individualised professional training to artists; (iii) create opportunities for artists to meet in virtual or physical formats with local, national and international art professionals through workshops and discussion series; (iv) create opportunities for artists to cooperate in virtual or physical formats with professionals in other sectors, including science, technology and business. Fellowships shall be given with respect to the EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination. The criteria for the selection of applications for scholarships to artists in the CSS, corresponding to one of the NACE sectors as defined by Eurostat, shall include: (a) a convincing artistic portfolio in the last 24 months; (b) a convincing artistic plan for the next 24 months.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2024.
A2.6 Reform - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data
The objective of the reform is to increase the use of satellite data by public and private entities. A new law on space activities shall facilitate the use of satellite data by the public administration.
The law shall establish a national administrator of satellite data. It shall also be obliged to promote the use of satellite data by private companies, inter alia by organising trainings for all interested entities. The law shall also establish the rules and conditions for the performance of space activities and their supervision, liability for damage caused by a space object, as well as the rules for the operation of the National Register of Space Objects.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2024.
A2.6.1 Investment - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data
The investments aim to significantly increase the efficiency of the use of satellite Earth observation in Poland and ensure the efficient and continuous production and provision of processed Earth observation (EO) information, tailored to the user’s needs. This aims to improve the country’s governance (decisions based on more specific and up-to-date information), bring about a significant digital transformation of the administration and create demand for Earth observation products, including an additional private and public demand for the already existing EU Copernicus system.
The investment shall consist of two investments. The first investment shall involve the establishment of the National Satellite Information System (NSIS) that shall deliver monitoring services using data from satellite Earth observation. The first services shall be available for end users by 30 June 2025.
The second investment shall involve the launch of four satellites. Preparatory work that shall be conducted in line with standards of the European Cooperation for Space Standardization (ECSS Phase 0/A/B/C) shall be completed by 30 September 2024. The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
A.4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
A2 – INNOVATION
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Baseline |
Goal |
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Year |
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A1L |
A2.5 Strengthening the potential of the cultural sector and cultural industries for economic development |
Milestone |
Adoption of a policy paper for supporting green and digital actions in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
Publication of a policy paper |
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|
Q4 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, adoption by the Minister responsible for cultural affairs of a policy paper for supporting the cultural and creative sectors (CCS). In particular, the document shall address the following issues: 1.Identifying key medium to long-term challenges in the CCS, including lessons learnt from the Covid-19 crisis; 2.Ensure compliance with EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination is addressed in the projects to be supported; 3.Identifying the potential for green and digital tools and platforms to address these challenges; 4.Developing concepts for the cooperation and transfer of knowledge and skills between the CCS and with the sectors of science, education, technology and business with a focus on EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination, green and digital. Identifying preferred options to provide public support for actions in the CCS. |
|
A2L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Milestone |
Selection criteria for the support of projects in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
Publication of the selection criteria and setting-up of the independent selection committee |
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|
Q4 |
2022 |
The Ministry of Culture and National Heritage shall adopt and publish the selection criteria to support SMEs, cultural institutions and NGOs in creating projects within the cultural and creative sectors (CCS). Furthermore, an independent selection committee with experts of various disciplines shall be set up, including representatives of independent CCS organisations and institutions. The selection committee shall decide on the provisions of grants and fellowships. The criteria for the selection of applications for project grants from cultural institutions, NGOs, SMEs and microenterprises in the CCS, corresponding to one of the NACE sectors as defined by Eurostat, shall: a) give preference to projects that are likely to have a lasting impact in the digital and green transitions in the CCS; b) give preference to those beneficiaries that have a business plan on how the grants shall be used to finance the costs of the project; c) give preference to those beneficiaries that have a track record of activities or projects in the last 24 months related to the project proposal. EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination shall be considered in all projects. |
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A3L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Target |
Number of signed contracts for projects by cultural institutions, NGO's, SMEs and micro-enterprises operating in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
Number |
0 |
4324 |
Q4 |
2025 |
The aim of this measure is to strengthen the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) by supporting the implementation of projects disseminating cultural achievements and increasing the presence of culture in social life by online tools and resources. Projects shall be selected through open calls for proposals. The scope of projects shall include reskilling and upskilling as well as promoting digital competences among cultural operators (both private as well as employees of cultural institutions). The implementation of 4324 projects in the CCS shall be supported, selected on the basis of the criteria as published in the context of milestone A2L. |
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A4L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Target |
Number of fellowships awarded in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
Number |
0 |
1438 |
Q4 |
2025 |
This investment shall create a Fellowship Programme to support creators, artists, animators and educators as well as researchers who want to find new ways of presenting cultural goods live and via the Internet. 1438 fellowships shall be granted to artists for the development of their activities. The fellowship programme shall aim to provide support to artists in order to stimulate creative activities in the post-COVID-19 recovery. In particular, the fellowship programme shall provide financial assistance to: -Provide courses for artists to develop their artistic and digital or green skills; -Provide individualised professional training to artists; -Create opportunities for artists to meet in virtual or physical formats with local, national and international art professionals through workshops and discussion series; -Create opportunities for artists to cooperate in virtual or physical formats with professionals in other sectors, including science, technology and business. Fellowships shall be given with respect to the EU general principles including gender equality and non-discrimination. The criteria for the selection of applications for scholarships to artists in the CSS, corresponding to one of the NACE sectors as defined by Eurostat, shall include: a)a convincing artistic portfolio in the last 24 months; b)a convincing artistic plan for the next 24 months. The selection committee mentioned in milestone A2L shall decide on the selection of fellows. |
|
A7L |
A2.6 Reform - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law on space activities to be adopted by the Parliament |
Provision in the law indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q3 |
2024 |
A new law shall, inter alia, facilitate the use of satellite data by the public administration. The law shall establish a national administrator of satellite data. The law shall establish the obligation for the national administrator to promote the use of satellite data by private companies, inter alia by organising trainings for all interested entities. |
|
A8L |
A2.6.1 Investment - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
Development of necessary infrastructure: the National Satellite Information System (NSIS) that shall provide monitoring services using data from satellite Earth Observation (EO) |
|
Number |
0 |
1 |
Q2 |
2025 |
The National Satellite Information System (NSIS) shall become operational. Launch of initial services in cooperation with users in two areas of Electronic Data Capture (EDC) applications of high importance for the economy and security of Poland, selected from the following areas: spatial management, crisis management, agriculture and forestry, water management, monitoring the Baltic environment. |
|
A9L |
A2.6.1 Investment - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Milestone |
Preparatory works for the launching of the first Polish satellite: ECSS Phase 0/A/B/C (Mission analysis/needs identification, Feasibility and Definition) |
Publication of the reports |
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|
Q3 |
2024 |
The indicator refers to three published reports (the Mission Definition Review, the Preliminary Requirements Review, the Critical Design Review). The space segment shall include satellite platforms of micro and sensors enabling the acquisition of opto-electronic data, equipped, inter alia, with a compression module, and encrypted uplink/downlink radio links. Preparatory works shall be conducted in line with standards of the European Cooperation for Space Standardization (ECSS). |
|
A10L |
A2.6.1 Investment - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
T1 - Launching of the first Polish satellite |
|
Number |
0 |
1 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Number of satellites launched, which consist of complete manufacturing, assembly and testing of flight hardware/software, including associated ground support, putting the first satellite into orbit. |
|
A11L |
A2.6.1 Investment - Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
T2 - Launching of the next three Polish satellites |
|
Number |
1 |
4 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The target refers to the number of satellites launched (in line with the requirements set out for the measure A10L above). Complete manufacturing, assembly and testing of flight hardware/software, including associated ground support, leading to the launch of the next three satellites into orbit. |
B. COMPONENT B: ‘GREEN ENERGY AND ENERGY-INTENSITY REDUCTION’
The objective of this investment is to modernise district heating and to lower its greenhouse gas emissions. A significant proportion of district heating operators in Poland need to be modernised, by replacing sources, in poor technical condition not compliant with the definition of an efficient district heating system. The need for heat source replacement is also linked to a low share of renewables in the heating system, currently at around 9,5%. The objective is thus to reduce the energy intensity and emissions of heat generation. Under this measure only investments in low-carbon installations and renewables shall be carried out. Support shall be given to installations using heat: energy from renewable sources; gaseous fuels in cogeneration excluding coal; heat pumps and geothermal sources and other technologies meeting DNSH requirements to replace coal in system heating. The use of fuel derived from waste shall not be allowed. The threshold of 250g of CO2/kwh of energy generated shall not be exceeded for natural gas-powered installations. Beneficiaries shall include entities whose objective is the production of heat for municipal and residential purposes. Projects shall be selected on the basis of an open competition, taking into account the following criteria: (i) readiness and maturity of the project for implementation; (ii) the degree of reduction of CO2 and/or PM 2,5 and PM10 emissions as result of the project; (iii) use of renewable energy sources; (iv) location in areas with the highest annual PM 2,5 and PM10 emissions.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings
The objective of this investment shall be to improve air quality, including to reduce particulate matter emissions by replacing emissions-intensive heat sources and improving the energy efficiency of single- and multi-family dwellings. The investment shall be channelled via the Clean Air Priority Programme whose upgrade in line with long-term renovation strategy under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive is one of the key measures under Reform B1.1 as described above (and the Thermo-Modernisation and Renovation Fund with respect to multi-family housing). The programme shall build on the experience of the Clean Air Priority Programme. Investments shall consist of (i) the replacement of inefficient sources for space and water heating; and/or (ii) thermal modernisation of residential buildings; and/or (iii) renewables energy installations (mainly photovoltaic panels, solar collectors). The level of support shall be adjusted to the purchasing power of final recipients.
Support shall be deployed in line with the DNSH principle. Actions under this investment shall lead, on average, to at least 30% primary energy savings as well as significant decrease in GHG emissions. These shall also lead to significant environmental and public health benefits, notably thanks to pollution reduction and in particular in areas where the EU air quality standards set by Directive 2008/50/EU are exceeded or risk being exceeded. In case of support for gas-fired boilers, these shall be deployed in line with the Commission Technical Guidance on DNSH (2021/C58/021) and shall lead to a significant decrease in GHG emissions and a significant improvement of the environment (notably due to pollution reduction) and public health, in particular in areas where the EU air quality standards set by Directive 2008/50/EU are exceeded or risk being exceeded. In addition, it shall be ensured gas-fired boilers represent not more than 40% of the overall number of heat source replacements under this measure.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B1.1.3 Thermal modernization of schools
The objective of this investment shall be to improve the energy efficiency of schools and to replace emission-intensive heat sources with cleaner alternatives. Actions under this investment may comprise, inter alia, renewable energy sources and adaptation of the functions, installations, and technical building systems to the current requirements of the legislation in force; deep renovations; modernisation of the space and water heating systems; installation of efficient lighting. Investments supported under the RRF shall lead on average to at least 30% primary energy savings. Projects shall be selected on the basis of an open competition, taking into account the following criteria: (i) readiness – maturity of the project for implementation; (ii) the degree of reduction of CO2 and/or PM 2,5 and PM10 emissions; (iii) the degree of reduction in primary energy consumption; (iv) use of RES.
Complementary actions may also comprise educational activities, raising awareness among teachers, students, and local communities of air pollution, climate change mitigation and the use of renewables.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B1.1.4 Strengthening the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities
The objective of this investment shall be to improve the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities and to replace emission-intensive heat sources with cleaner alternatives. Actions under this investment may comprise, inter alia, renewable energy sources and adaptation of the functions, installations, and technical building systems to the current requirements of the legislation in force; deep renovations; modernisation of the space and water heating systems; installation of efficient lighting. Investments shall lead on average to at least 30% primary energy savings within the targeted buildings. Projects shall be selected on the basis of an open competition, taking into account the following criteria: (i) readiness – maturity of the project for implementation; (ii) the degree of reduction of CO2 and/or PM 2,5 and/or PM10 emissions; (iii) the degree of reduction in primary energy consumption; (iv) use renewable energy sources.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B2.1 Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases
The objective of the reform is to develop a market for renewable and low-carbon hydrogen and other alternative fuels.
The measure consists of two actions. The first aims at creating a regulatory framework for the functioning of hydrogen as an alternative fuel for transport by introducing provisions for the construction, safe operation and upgrading of hydrogen stations as well as the authorities responsible for authorising the use of hydrogen stations and their necessary technical inspection. It shall also set out a system to monitor and control the quality of hydrogen fuels used for the propulsion of vehicles. The implementation of the action was to be completed by 30 December 2021.
The second action aims at establishing hydrogen infrastructure and markets design aimed at supporting the market uptake of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen, integration of hydrogen production in other energy markets as well as existing and dedicated infrastructure aimed at creating regulatory predictability for investors and supporting the uptake of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. The reforms shall comply with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01) ensuring that the reform shall not make the use and marketing of renewable hydrogen more difficult than other sources of hydrogen. The reform shall aim at developing renewable hydrogen or hydrogen produced from electrolysers and aims to promote low carbon hydrogen that complies with the EU hydrogen strategy.
The implementation of this action shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport
The objective of the investment is to create a hydrogen industry in Poland and to increase the use of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. The projects shall be part of an integrated policy approach that puts the priority on renewable hydrogen. The investment shall consist of several projects. All the projects shall comply with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance ((2023) 6454 final).
The first project shall entail investments into hydrogen refuelling stations including hydrogen bunkering. The bunkering facilities shall be open to all sources of hydrogen, however the quantity of bunkered grey hydrogen shall decrease over time.
The second part of the project shall support at least the development, construction and implementation of innovative hydrogen-powered transport units. The investment shall focus on advancing, testing and demonstrating different types of hydrogen fuel cell transport units to support Poland’s efforts to decarbonise mobility. Innovative types of hydrogen powered transport units shall contribute to the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate transportation. It shall cover both constructing new units as well as retrofitting the existing ones. The transport units shall not be dedicated to the transport of fossil fuels.
The third part of the measure shall consist of a public investment in a subsidy Scheme, in order to incentivise private investment and improve access to finance in Poland’s renewable and low-carbon hydrogen production sector. The subsidy agreements concluded between the Facility and the final beneficiaries shall result in a total installed production capacity of at least 315 MW of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. The Scheme shall operate by providing subsidies directly to the private sector. On the basis of the RRF investment, the Scheme aims at initially providing at least EUR [640 million] of subsidies (minus any costs and fees charged).
The Scheme shall be managed by Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) as the implementing partner.
The Scheme shall include the following product line:
·Direct subsidies to private entities or public sector entities engaged in similar activities to finance their investments into renewable and low-carbon hydrogen production capacity, including electrolysers, and associated infrastructure.
In order to implement the investment into the Scheme, Poland and BGK shall sign an Implementing Agreement that shall include the following content:
1.Description of the decision-making process of the Scheme: The final award decision of the Scheme shall be taken by an investment committee or other relevant equivalent governing body and approved by a majority of votes from members who are independent from the government.
2. Key requirements of the associated subsidy policy, which shall include:
a.The description of the subsidies provided and eligible final beneficiaries taking into account the objective that the subsidy agreements concluded between the Scheme and the final beneficiaries result in an installed production capacity of at least 320 MW of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen.
b.The requirement that all investments supported are economically viable.
c.The requirement to comply with the ‘Do no significant harm’ (DNSH) principle as set out in the DNSH Technical Guidance ((2023) 6454 final). In particular, the investment policy shall exclude the following list of activities and assets from eligibility: (i) activities and assets related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 11 , (ii) activities and assets under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 12 , (iii) activities and assets related to waste landfills, incinerators 13 and mechanical biological treatment plants 14 and iv) activities and assets related to mining.
d.The requirement for low-carbon hydrogen facilities to comply with the life-cycle GHG emissions savings requirement of 73,4% for hydrogen, resulting in life-cycle GHG emissions lower than 3 tCO2eq/tH2) and 70% for hydrogen-based synthetic fuels, relative to a fossil fuel comparator of 94g CO2e/MJ, resulting in 2.256 tCO2eq/tH2, in analogy to the approach set out in Article 25(2) of and Annex V to Directive (EU) 2018/2001. Life-cycle GHG emissions savings shall be calculated using the methodology referred to in Article 28(5) of Directive (EU) 2018/2001 or, alternatively, using ISO 14067:2018 or ISO 14064-1:2018.
e.The requirement that final beneficiaries of the Scheme shall not receive support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost.
3.The amount covered by the Implementing Agreement, the fee structure for the Implementing Partner and the requirement to use any unused proceeds of the scheme, including beyond 2026, for the same policy purposes.
4.Monitoring, audit, and control requirements, including:
a.The description of the implementing partner’s monitoring system to report on the subsidies mobilized.
b.The description of the implementing partner’s procedures that will ensure the prevention, detection and correction of fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interests.
c.The obligation to verify the eligibility of every operation in accordance with the requirements laid out in the Implementing Agreement before awarding a subsidy to an operation.
d.The obligation of carrying out risk-based ex-post audits in accordance with an audit plan of BGK. These audits shall verify i) that the control systems are effective, including the detection of fraud, corruption, and conflict of interests; ii) compliance with the DNSH principle, the State Aid rules, ; and iii) that the requirement that final beneficiaries of the Scheme have not received support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost is respected. The audits shall also verify the legality of the transactions and that the conditions of the applicable Implementing Agreement and subsidy agreements are being respected.
The implementation of the measure shall be completed by 31 August 2026.
B2.2.3 Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure
The objective of this investment is to mitigate the risk of late implementation of offshore wind farm projects and to ensure proper operation and safety of offshore wind farms.
The investment shall consist of two projects. The first project shall entail the construction of a deep-water installation terminal, which shall enable two installation units to be operated simultaneously. The second project shall entail the reconstruction of ports and access to them from the sea (including the modernisation of breakwaters). Two service terminals for offshore wind that constitute key infrastructure for the maintenance of offshore installations shall be carried out in the ports in Łeba and Ustka.
The implementation of the investment in offshore installation terminal and offshore service terminals in Łeba and Ustka shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B3.1 Support of sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas
The objective of the reform is to ensure that alternative water and wastewater management solutions, such as individual treatment plants or septic tanks, shall be properly monitored, maintained, and controlled to prevent deterioration.
The reform shall consist of introducing the obligation for municipalities to use instruments to prevent improper disposal of sewage and the mechanism of the so-called substitute performance, i.e. organising the emptying of septic tanks by the municipality applicable to property owners who have not concluded contracts for emptying septic tanks. It shall also introduce an obligation to carry out regular controls and introduce an effective enforcement mechanism.
The implementation of this action shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
The reform shall also establish territorial criteria for selecting beneficiaries of support for water supply or waste-water investments in rural areas. The selection criteria shall give priority to municipalities with the least ability to finance investments from their own resources and to projects with the greatest potential of mitigating existing negative environmental impacts.
The implementation of this action was to be completed by 31 December 2021.
B3.1.1 Investments in sustainable water and waste water management in rural areas
The objective of this investment is to increase the availability of water and sewerage infrastructure in rural areas with the biggest deficits and to improve the quality of life in rural areas through the development of water and sewerage infrastructure. The investment also aims to increase the investment potential of rural areas.
The investment shall consist of supporting the construction, extension or modernisation of water supply or wastewater disposal systems in rural areas and shall lead to an increase in rural population using the water supply and wastewater disposal infrastructure. Activities related to the promotion of rational water and waste-water management shall also be supported. As part of the investment, it shall be possible to co-finance infrastructure using digital solutions, such as the installation/replacement of water meters for remote-reading equipment, and the creation of electronic systems for water and canal management. Alternative solutions for water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure in rural areas (such as combining collective system with septic tanks, or individual plants) shall be considered.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
B.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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B1G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Energy Efficiency Act and associated legislative acts |
Provision in the act amending the Energy Efficiency Act and the associated legislative acts indicating its entry into force |
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Q1 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an act amending the Energy Efficiency Act and the associated legislative acts (law on supporting thermo-modernisation and renovations and on the central emission register of buildings; the law on financial support for the creation of residential premises for rent; the law on some types of housing support; and the law on renewable energy sources) which shall enable entities covered by the Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme to settle energy saving obligations within the framework of so-called subsidy programmes. It shall clarify the possibilities of using Energy Performance Contracts in the public sector. It shall enable Energy Services Companies to participate in the Energy Efficiency Obligation Schemes. |
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B2G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Update of the “Clean Air” Priority Programme |
Adoption of amendments to the “Clean Air” Priority Programme by the National Fund for Environment Protection, including provisions for support targeted at (a) higher-income households notably with the involvement of the banking sector providing loans combined with grants; (b) low-income households; (c) lowest-income households. |
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Q1 |
2023 |
The National Fund for Environment Protection shall adopt amendments to the “Clean Air” Priority Programme in line with long-term renovation strategy under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, including dedicated support targeted at (a) higher-income households notably with the involvement of the banking sector providing loans combined with grants; (b) low-income households; (c) lowest-income households (in line with the applicable definitions under the “Clean Air” Priority Programme. By 31 March 2023, the provisions providing targeted support to the mentioned groups shall be fully operational and recipients shall have access to this support. |
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B3G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Update of the National Air Protection Programme |
Adoption of the updated National Air Protection Programme by the Minister of Climate and Environment |
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Q4 |
2021 |
The National Air Protection Program shall define new tasks to be implemented by 2025, 2030 and 2040 at the national, provincial and municipal levels: (1) Establishing standards for low-emission zones for municipalities where the permissible NO2 levels have been exceeded; (2) Commitment of ‘voivodeships’ to adopt anti-smog resolutions in towns where certain air quality standards are not respected; (3) financial support to regional and local authorities for the promotion of the implementation of activities specified in the anti-smog resolutions and the preparation of information points for residents applying for funding under the Clean Air Priority Program; (4) Introduction of the task consisting in strengthening the provisions on the control system for the enforcement of the implementation of tasks specified in anti-smog resolutions; (5) Exclusion of new coal-fired heaters from public support programmes as of 1 January 2022. |
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B4G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Regulation by the Minister of Climate and Environment on quality standards for solid fuels |
Provision in the amendment to the Regulation on quality standards for solid fuel indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2022 |
On the basis of recommendations on necessary or recommended legislative changes prepared by an inter-ministerial team and followed by a consultation of the proposals with NGO’s and coal sector chambers, the amendment to the regulation on coal-based solid fuels shall enter into force by 31 December 2022. It shall ban producers of coal solid fuels from using misleading branding. |
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B5G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the regulation setting quality standards for biomass solid fuels |
Provision in the Regulation on quality standards for biomass solid fuels indicating its entry into force |
Q3 |
2023 |
The regulation shall set quality standards for biomass solid fuels, including wood pellets. The regulation shall ban producers of biomass solid fuels from using misleading branding. |
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B6G |
B1.1.1 Investments in heat sources in district heating systems |
Target |
T1 - Heat sources in district heating systems |
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Number |
0 |
45 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Number of heat sources under signed contracts meeting DNSH requirements. The supported technologies shall include natural-gas cogeneration units, RES (solar, geothermal, bioenergy), and heat pumps. The threshold of 250g of CO2/kWh of energy generated shall not be exceeded for any of the supported installations. In case of installations using bioenergy, compliance with Directive 2018/2001 RES shall be ensured. It shall also be ensured that biogas / biomethane operated by the pipeline meets the criteria of sustainable development and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (in accordance with the RES Directive). |
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B7G |
B1.1.1 Investments in heat sources in district heating systems |
Target |
T2 - Heat sources in district heating systems |
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Number |
45 |
90 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The target refers to the number of heat sources under signed contracts meeting the requirements set out for item B6G. |
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B8G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T1 - Heat source replacement in single-family buildings |
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Number |
0 |
250 000 |
Q3 |
2023 |
Number of installed heat sources in line with the DNSH requirements set out in the measure description. (under signed contacts). Investments shall be supported under the Clean Air Priority Programme and the Thermo-modernisation Fund, in line with the long-term renovation strategy under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive. . It shall be ensured that the level of primary energy savings at the level of the programme is at least 30%. |
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B9G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T2 - Heat source replacement in single-family buildings |
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Number |
250 000 |
513 000 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of installed heat sources fulfilling requirements set out for item B8G. |
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B10G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T1 - Thermo-modernisation and installation of renewable energy sources in residential buildings (single and multi-family buildings) |
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Number |
0 |
230 456 |
Q3 |
2023 |
Number of thermo-modernised single-family houses and dwellings in multi-family houses fulfilling energy efficiency standards under supported projects. Investments shall be supported under the Clean Air Priority Programme and the Thermo-Modernisation and Renovation Fund. It shall be ensured that the level of primary energy savings at the level of the programme is at least 30%. Support shall be deployed in line with Commission Technical Guidance on DNSH (2021/C58/021). In particular, it shall be ensured that at least 70% of building waste generated under the programme is reused or recycled. |
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B11G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T2 - Thermo-modernisation and installation of renewable energy sources in residential buildings (single and multi-family buildings) |
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Number |
230 456 |
494 590 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of thermo-modernised single-family houses and dwellings in multi-family houses fulfilling requirements set out for item B10G. |
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B12G |
B1.1.3 Thermal modernisation of schools |
Target |
Modernized or exchanged heat sources fulfilling DNSH requirements in buildings of educational institutions (under signed contracts) |
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Number |
0 |
70 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of replaced or modernised heat sources in buildings of educational institutions fulfilling DNSH requirements (under signed contracts). It shall be ensured that the level of primary energy savings at the level of the programme is at least 30%. Support to gas-fired boilers shall be deployed in line with Commission Technical Guidance on DNSH (2021/C58/021). In addition, it shall be ensured that gas-fired boilers represent not more than 20% of the overall number of heat source replacements under this measure. |
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B13G |
B1.1.3 Thermal modernisation of schools |
Target |
Thermo-modernized buildings of educational institutions (under signed contracts) |
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Number |
0 |
250 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of buildings of educational institutions supported for investments in energy modernisation and/or with application of modern installation solutions, including: renewable energy sources and adjustment of functions, installations and technical systems of the buildings to the current requirements of the applicable law. The implemented investments shall allow for energy savings at the level of the entire investment program of at least 30%. |
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B14G |
B1.1.4 Strengthening the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities |
Target |
Social activity facilities with replaced inefficient solid fuel heat sources to modern heat sources fulfilling DNSH requirements |
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Number |
0 |
21 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of social activity facilities that have replaced inefficient solid fuel heat sources with modern heat sources meeting DNSH requirements (under signed contracts). The implemented investments shall ensure energy savings at the level of the entire investment program of at least 30%. In addition, it shall be ensured that gas-fired boilers represent not more than 20% of the overall number of heat source replacements under this measure. |
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B15G |
B1.1.4 Strengthening the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities |
Target |
Thermo-modernised facilities of social activity |
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Number |
0 |
85 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of thermo-modernised community facilities (libraries and community centres).
The implemented investments shall ensure energy savings at the level of the entire investment programme of at least 30%.
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B16G |
B2.1 Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of acts amending the legislative acts for hydrogen as an alternative fuel for transport |
Provisions in the amending legislative acts indicating their entry into force |
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Q4 |
2021 |
1. Amendment to the Electromobility Act (January 11, 2018; Dz. U. z 2018 r. poz. 317) shall introduce the definitions for the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure; set the general safety and technical requirements for the refuelling stations (according to the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive) and determine the procedures and competent authorities relevant for the inspection of this infrastructure.
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B17G |
B2.1 Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the law laying down rules for hydrogen |
Provision in the law indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of the law establishing hydrogen infrastructure and markets design aimed at supporting the market uptake of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen, integration of hydrogen production in other energy markets as well as existing and dedicated infrastructure aimed at creating regulatory predictability for investors and supporting the uptake of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. The law shall be in compliance with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). The reform shall not make the use and marketing of renewable hydrogen more difficult than other sources of hydrogen. The reform shall primarily aim at developing renewable hydrogen or hydrogen produced from electrolysers. The reform shall be in line with the EU hydrogen strategy. |
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B18G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Environmental permits issued for hydrogen refuelling stations |
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Number |
0 |
10 |
Q3 |
2023 |
Number of environmental permits issued for hydrogen refuelling stations. |
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B19G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Entry into operation of hydrogen refuelling stations |
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Number |
0 |
14 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of hydrogen refuelling stations including hydrogen bunkering open to the public as part of an integrated policy approach that puts the priority on renewable hydrogen and in compliance with the ’Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). The bunkering shall be open to all sources of hydrogen, the quantity of bunkered grey hydrogen shall decrease over time. |
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B20G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Research and innovation projects on innovative hydrogen powered transport units |
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Number |
0 |
3 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of innovative projects into hydrogen powered transport units developed. The project shall support at least the development, construction and implementation of innovative hydrogen-powered transport units (such as mainly vehicles/vessels/trains and other units using railways/buses/planes). The investment shall support and develop Polish potential for sustainable transport. The scope of investment includes a broad range of activities for advancing, testing, demonstrating different types of hydrogen fuel cell transport units. It shall cover both constructing new units as well as retrofitting the existing ones.
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B21aG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement |
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Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement. |
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B21bG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
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Percentages |
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50% |
Q2 |
2025 |
BGK shall have entered into legal subsidy agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use at least 50% of the RRF investment into the scheme (taking into account management fees). |
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B21cG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed 50% of the investment |
Certificate of transfer |
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Q2 |
2025 |
Poland shall transfer EUR 320 million to BGK for the Scheme. |
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B21dG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
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Percentages |
50 |
100% |
Q1 |
2026 |
BGK shall have entered into legal subsidy agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use 100% of the RRF investment into the scheme (taking into account management fees). |
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B21eG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
Certificate of transfer |
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Q2 |
2026 |
Poland shall transfer EUR 320 million to BGK for the Scheme, additional to the EUR 320 million already transferred under milestone B21cG. |
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B37G |
B2.2.3 Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure |
Milestone |
Construction of an offshore installation terminal |
Entry into operation |
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Q2 |
2026 |
Entry into operation of a new port pier.
The offshore wind terminal located on the Outer Port pier shall be suitable for hydro-technical and navigation conditions for offshore installation vessels. |
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B38G |
B2.2.3 Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure |
Target |
Construction of an offshore service terminal in Łeba and Ustka |
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Number |
0 |
2 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Completion of the construction of two offshore service terminals (Ustka and Łeba). The investment in Ustka shall consist in the modernization of breakwaters of the inner port and waterway track deepening. The investment in offshore service terminal in Łeba shall include the construction of an approach waterway track with a depth of at least 3,5 metres. An expert assessment confirming the condition of the structures along the track shall be carried out. |
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B39G |
B3.1 Support sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Development of rules for the territorialisation of support for water supply or sewage investments RRP in rural areas |
Adoption of guidelines by Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. |
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Q4 |
2021 |
Adoption of territorial criteria for selecting beneficiaries.
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B40G |
B3.1 Support sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal act establishing an obligation to carry out regular monitoring and control of appropriate individual systems |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a legal act which shall introduce the obligation for communes to monitor and control the disposal of sewage and use instruments to prevent improper disposal, including the mechanism of so-called substitute performance, i.e. organising the emptying of septic tanks by the commune for property owners who have not concluded contracts for emptying septic tanks. |
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B41G |
B3.1.1 Investments in wastewater treatment systems and water supply in rural areas |
Target |
New wastewater and water supply infrastructure enabling additional connections of rural population |
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Number |
0 |
27 522 |
Q4 |
2025 |
New infrastructure enabling additional connections of rural population to the water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure in communes that fully comply with the amended rules on wastewater disposal. Support shall be directed to areas whose investment capacity has been limited as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic outside agglomerations within the meaning of art. 86 of the Water Law Act and to wastewater treatment infrastructure projects with the greatest potential to reduce existing negative environmental impacts. The beneficiaries of the investment shall be selected through an open and transparent competition. Alternative solutions for water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure in rural areas (such as combining collective systems with septic tanks, or individual plants) shall be considered. Water abstraction shall be avoided where the concerned water bodies (surface or ground waters) are, or projected (in the context of intensifying climate change) to be in less than good status or potential. |
The reform shall be implemented by creating a standard set of reference values for different types of energy-saving measures. Such measures shall no longer need to be audited which shall facilitate the participation in the scheme of smaller entities. Another element of the reform shall be the inclusion in the Energy Efficiency Obligation scheme of fuel companies placing liquid fuels used for transport on the market. These companies shall implement energy efficiency improvement projects, cancel an appropriate number of white certificates, or pay a substitute fee under certain conditions. As a result, demand for white certificates is expected to increase, which shall increase the level of turnover in the market and meet the increased energy efficiency targets.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
B1.2.1 Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential
The investment aims at reducing final energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of companies.
The implementation of green solutions in enterprises shall focus on improving industrial and energy processes in order to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy intensity, leading to a reduction - and a higher efficiency - of energy consumption, together with investments in renewable and low-carbon energy sources in enterprises. The investment shall, in particular, support (i) the construction, extension or modernisation of existing industrial and production installations, industrial equipment and electricity installations aimed at improving their energy efficiency; (ii) the construction and installation of own renewable energy sources in companies, including wind turbines, solar collectors, photovoltaic panels, geothermal systems, heat pumps; (iii) the construction of energy storage facilities in companies in connection with the production of energy from renewable sources; (iv) building/upgrading own (internal) low-carbon energy sources, including cogeneration; (v) increasing the share of low- or zero-emission fuels in manufacturing processes, respecting the highest emission standards; (vi) replacing low-energy heat sources using fuels (solid, liquid, gas) or electricity with more energy efficient sources; (vii) thermo-modernisation of buildings and facilities used in industrial processes. Projects shall be selected on the basis of an open competition, taking into account the following criteria: (i) readiness – maturity of the project for implementation; (ii) consistency with existing plans for climate neutrality; (iii) the degree of reduction of CO2 and PM 2,5 and PM10 emissions; (iv) the degree of reduction in primary energy consumption.
In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), the eligibility criteria contained in terms of reference for upcoming calls for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 15 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 16 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 17 and mechanical biological treatment plants 18 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment. The terms of reference shall additionally require that only activities that comply with relevant EU and national environmental legislation may be selected.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farms
The objective of the reform is to ensure the effective implementation and further development of offshore wind energy.
The reform shall consist of introducing detailed requirements for power output plant components and for offshore power station components as well as construction requirements for offshore power station components, while taking into account the safety and reliability of the offshore power output and power station assembly. A regulation shall enter into force laying down the maximum price per 1 MWh (expressed in PLN) that may be indicated in bids submitted by generators in an auction. The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
The objective of the reform is also to reduce the impact of the allocation constraints on the electricity market results. The reform shall consist of the implementation by the Transmission System Operator of an explicit procurement of balancing capacities (reserves) before the single day ahead coupling (SDAC) in line with the recommendation by the ACER proposing to decrease the level of allocation constraints applied. The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
The reform shall be accompanied by auctions for electricity generation from offshore wind farms. The auctions shall be organised by 31 December 2025.
B2.4 Legal framework for the development of energy storage facilities
The objective of the reform is to remove existing legal barriers to the development of storage technologies and to create a stable legal environment for the operation of storage business.
The reform shall, inter alia, exempt electricity storage from the tariff obligation and remove double charging of network charges. It shall make the obligation to obtain a concession/entry in the register dependent on the total installed electricity storage capacity, irrespective of its capacity. The proposed tariffs framework for storage shall be non-discriminatory and cost-reflective.
The implementation of the reform was to be completed by 30 June 2021.
B3.2 Support for environmental restoration and protection against hazardous substances
The objective of the reform is to reduce the negative environmental impact of large-scale degraded land and allow for coordinated neutralisation of threats in Polish marine areas.
The reform entails removing organisational and legal barriers to the comprehensive elimination of the negative environmental impact of large-scale post-industrial areas. It shall focus on four independent field components (different locations and scopes of works): 1) former "Tarnowskie Góry" Chemical Plant in Tarnowskie Góry; 2) former "Zachem" Chemical Plant in Bydgoszcz; 3) "Organika-Azot" Plant in Jaworzno; 4) former "Boruta" Dyes Industry Plant in Zgierz.
The legislation enacting these changes shall enter into force by 31 December 2022.
The second part of the reform shall consist of defining rules dedicated to hazardous materials sunk in the Baltic Sea aimed at increasing safety for human health and condition of the environment. It shall describe the competences of public authorities in the provisions of law; identify leading and cooperating entities in matters related to the deposition of hazardous materials in the maritime areas; develop a detailed action plan of public administration and supervised and subordinate units on the subject of hazardous materials deposited in marine areas, along with an indication of the entities responsible for the implementation of individual tasks; and introduce legal changes to enable monitoring, identification and possible extraction and disposal of hazardous materials.
The legislation enacting these changes shall enter into force by 30 June 2025.
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea
The objective of the investment is to remove the threat to human health and life posed by large-scale brownfield sites, to minimise their negative impact on the natural environment and to recover them for re-use while respecting the polluter pays principle and the Environmental Liability Directive 2004/35/EC. The investment also aims to contribute to addressing the risk arising from pollution and hazardous materials in Polish marine areas.
The investment shall consist of the development of research and studies leading to preparation of full investment documentation for pre-defined locations for which significant problems with the presence of pollutants or hazardous substances on a large-scale area exist. It shall entail the development of field research, studies and land inventory, as a preliminary but fundamental step leading to preparation of full investment documentation in next steps of the programme.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
The investment shall also support reconnaissance and measurement campaigns in the Baltic Sea as well as an analysis of the obtained data as a necessary step leading to the preparation of a complete documentation for neutralisation plans.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
B3.3 Support for the sustainable management of water resources in agriculture and rural areas
The objective of the reform is to improve the conditions for investment in rural areas in water management and resource efficiency. The reform shall contribute to increasing the resilience of agriculture to drought and flood prevention in agricultural areas; improving water efficiency by properly regulating water relations in agricultural areas and reducing run-off; and increasing water retention.
The reform shall consist of amendments to national legislation needed to improve the conditions for resilient water management in agriculture and rural areas. The amendments shall facilitate the preparation and implementation of investments regarding water retention and stopping its draining from agricultural lands, including in particular investments related to the reconstruction and rebuilding of drainage devices so that they fulfil the function of retention and thus protect agricultural land against drought and limit the risk of floods.
The reform shall comply with the requirements laid down in the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular, it shall ensure compliance with the EU environmental legislation, including the EIA Directive (2011/92/EU) and the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC).
The amendments shall not lead to any deterioration of the level of compliance with EU environmental legislation, in particular with regards to investments that are considered significant or potentially significant investments pursuant to the Council of Ministers' regulation on projects likely to have a significant impact on the environment and investments in or affecting Natura 2000 areas. Moreover, the changes shall not alter the currently binding rules on water intake.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
B3.3.1 Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas
The objective of the investment is to support investments in rural areas in improving water management and resource efficiency.
The investment shall contribute to increasing the resilience of agriculture to drought and flood prevention in agricultural areas; improving water efficiency by properly regulating water relations in agricultural areas and reducing run-off; and increasing water retention, provided their need and nature is justified appropriately. Priority shall be given to climate-change-resilient and nature-based solutions. Projects under this measure shall be subject to environmental impact assessment (EIA) and shall comply with the requirements laid down in the Technical Guidance on DNSH (C(2023) 6454 final). Compliance with the EU environmental legislation, including the EIA Directive (2011/92/EU) and the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) shall be ensured. All investment projects financed under this component which require an EIA decision shall comply with Directive 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU. Specifically, all new projects that require an EIA shall be authorised under the Act on the provision of information on the environment and its protection, public participation in environmental protection and environmental impact assessment, as amended by the Act of 30 March 2021 amending that Act and certain other acts. Provisions of the ‘Guidelines on remedial actions for projects co-financed by EU Funds affected by the infringement 2016/2046’, as communicated to Poland on 23 February 2021 (ref. Ares(2021)1423319), shall be taken into account for the implementation of all investment projects for which an environmental decision or a construction or development permit was requested or issued before the entry into force of the Act of 30 March 2021. Only projects that do not lead to a deterioration of the status of surface waters and groundwater and do not prevent the improvement of the ecological status or potential of the affected water bodies shall be supported.
Any investment having negative effects on nature shall be excluded from the support. Where water is abstracted, a relevant permit must be granted by the relevant authority, ensuring that affected water bodies are in good ecological status and specifying conditions to avoid deterioration thereof, in accordance with the requirements of Directive 2000/60/EC and the technical Guidance on DNSH and evidenced by the latest relevant supporting data. Water abstraction shall be avoided where the concerned water bodies (surface or ground waters) are, or projected (in the context of intensifying climate change) to be in less than good status or potential. The measures shall also comply with the provisions of Directive 2009/147/EC on the conservation of wild birds (Birds Directive) and Directive on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora 92/43/EEC (Habitats Directive).
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
B3.4 Enabling framework for green transition investments in urban areas
The objective of the reform shall be to support the capacity of cities in prioritising, planning, executing and financing investment projects aimed at climate mitigation and adaptation in line with the European Green Deal. The reform and the associated investments shall notably aim at increasing the share of green areas in cities.
A set of legislative changes shall ensure that sustainability aspects are better integrated into the urban planning procedures and that stakeholders are properly consulted as part of those procedures. Moreover, it shall be ensured that local authorities receive appropriate capacity support to prioritise, plan and execute climate mitigation and adaptation projects. These regulatory and capacity-building elements shall be complemented by the establishment of a dedicated instrument aimed at providing financing for green transition investments in urban areas.
In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01), the eligibility criteria for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 19 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 20 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 21 and mechanical biological treatment plants 22 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment. The terms of reference shall additionally require that only activities that comply with relevant EU and national environmental legislation may be selected.
The legislative changes aimed at facilitating green urban investments shall enter into force by 31 December 2023. The Green Urban Transition Fund shall be set up by 30 June 2022.
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities
The objective of the investment is to mitigate the impact of cities on climate change and the health of their inhabitants by lowering greenhouse gas and other pollutant emissions, as well as to increase the energy resilience of cities and combat energy poverty. The objective is also to adapt cities to increasing extreme weather conditions associated with climate change, such as drought, heat waves and flooding.
Investments aiming at increasing the use of renewables as a source of energy in the city, increasing energy efficiency including renovation of buildings, developing zero-emission transport infrastructure (pedestrian, cycling) integrated with collective transport, improving education, and awareness-raising among citizens about the need to transform cities towards climate neutrality in adapting to climate change shall take place. The measure also foresees investments in projects aiming at increasing biologically active surfaces in urban and functional areas and reducing soil sealing and nature-based urban investments with associated vegetation solutions.
In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (C(2023) 6454 final), the eligibility criteria for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 23 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 24 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 25 and mechanical biological treatment plants 26 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment. The terms of reference shall additionally require that only activities that comply with relevant EU and national environmental legislation may be selected.
The implementation of the action shall be completed by 31 August 2026.
B3.5 Reform of housing construction for people with low and average incomes, taking into account the higher energy efficiency of buildings
The objective of the reform shall be to increase the supply of energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households.
That objective shall be achieved by increasing the rate of public co-financing for buildings that meet energy efficiency standards 20% more ambitious than the minimum energy efficiency standard in force in Poland (Nearly-Zero Energy Buildings standard, NZEB).
The reform shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
B3.5.1 Investment in energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households
The objective of the investment shall be to increase the supply of energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households.
The investments shall support the creation of dwellings forming part of the municipal housing stock, sheltered dwellings, accommodation facilities, shelters for the homeless, heating and temporary accommodation, and the participation of the municipality or an inter-municipal association in a project of another investor, consisting of the creation of dwellings for rent for low-income people who cannot afford an accommodation on the private market.
Investments shall be made to construct low-emission multi-apartment residential buildings using RES installations (including in particular photovoltaic panels, solar collectors) and other ‘green’ solutions that increase the energy efficiency of buildings. The energy consumption of supported buildings shall be 20% lower than the minimum energy performance standard (Nearly-zero Energy Building) for new buildings.
The investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources
The objective of the reform is to improve the regulatory environment for distributed and prosumer energy, develop the supply chain for offshore wind energy, implement energy management systems, increase the installed capacity of renewable energy sources and increase the share of energy from renewable energy sources.
The reform shall consist of amendments to the Renewable Energy Act (“RES Act”) such as introducing better conditions for the operation of energy clusters, implementation of collective models of energy prosumers, implementation of provisions on new renewable energy communities, introduction of provisions specifying the principles of operations for one of models of renewable energy community and the adoption of the principles of running a business for the biomethane sector. The amendment shall also extend the duration of the RES support scheme until 31 December 2027.
The implementation of the action shall be completed by 30 March 2023.
The reform shall also amend the Act on investments in onshore wind power to facilitate the possibility of onshore wind energy investments in municipalities wishing to locate such installations by giving the municipal authorities more power to determine the location of individual investments and to allow the plant to be located closer to residential buildings than the current minimum distance of 10 times the height of the installation.
The implementation of the action shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
The above reform shall be accompanied by the entry into force of a regulation providing a plan of renewables auctions per technology (including for new onshore wind farms). The plan shall set a budget and a volume of electricity that shall be available for each competitive auction for the period 2022-2027. The regulation shall be published by 30 September 2022.
Furthermore, Poland shall progressively increase the installed capacity of onshore wind farms and photovoltaic installations to contribute to the green transition. The installed onshore wind and photovoltaic capacity shall reach 23,5 GW by 30 September 2023.
With regards to the development of offshore wind farms, the reform shall introduce detailed rules for payment of the concession fee to the President of the Energy Regulatory Office extended to entities involved in electricity generation in offshore wind farms.
The implementation of this action shall be completed by 30 June 2022.
Furthermore, reform shall also regulate the types of cash flows to be taken into consideration in calculating the adjusted price and the detailed method of calculating the adjusted price.
The implementation of this action shall be completed by 31 December 2022.
B.4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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B1L |
B1.2 Facilitating the implementation of the energy saving obligation for energy companies |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation to the Energy Efficiency Act |
Provision in the implementing regulation to the Energy Efficiency Act indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation to the Energy Efficiency Act which shall establish an energy savings reference value for projects improving energy efficiency; and set out a methodology for calculating energy savings for projects in the transport sector. |
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B2L |
B1.2.1 Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential |
Milestone |
Financing instructions (including eligibility and selection criteria) for the support scheme targeting energy efficiency and RES in companies, including those covered by the EU Emissions Trading System |
Publication of the support scheme |
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Q4 |
2022 |
The investment policy of the scheme shall include at least the following eligibility and project selection criteria: (i) the objective of the lowest price per tonne of the greenhouse gas saved; (ii) ensuring compliance with the EU and national environmental laws as well as the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01) of supported activities and companies and specifying decarbonisation targets, as further detailed in the operational agreement; (iii) supported ETS installations shall reduce their emissions below the benchmark relevant to the project bid. |
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B3L |
B1.2.1 Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential |
Target |
Award of all contracts for the implementation of energy efficiency and RES in enterprises |
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Number |
0 |
43 |
Q4 |
2023 |
Number of contracts awarded to investment projects related to the improvement of industrial and energy processes to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy intensity, leading to the reduction and rationalisation of energy consumption with investments in renewable and low-carbon energy sources in enterprises. The scheme shall be deployed in line with its financing instructions, as described under B2L. The scheme shall be rolled out through a non-discriminatory, transparent, and open process, open to all industrial sectors. |
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B4L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farms |
Milestone |
Entry into force of implementing regulations following from the Act on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
Provisions in the regulations indicating their entry into force |
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Q2 |
2024 |
Two implementing regulations shall enter into force:
1. Regulation of the Minister of Climate and Environment on the requirements for the elements of a set of equipment for power evacuation and for the elements of offshore substations - Moreover, the regulation shall guarantee the appropriate quality of infrastructure in the context of its potential integration with the power grid in case of transferring the power outlets from offshore wind farms, as stipulated in Art. 58-60 of the Offshore Wind Act.
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B5L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farms |
Milestone |
Organisation of auctions for electricity from offshore wind farms |
Publication of auction results |
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Q4 |
2025 |
The Act of 17 December 2020 on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms (Journal of Laws of 2021, item 234) through Article 29 introduced the obligation for the President of the Energy Regulatory Office to hold an auction in 2025. The maximum total installed electrical capacity of offshore wind farms for which the right to cover the negative balance through the auction in 2025 may be granted is 2.5 GW. |
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B6L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farms |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Regulation on the detailed conditions for the operation of the power system which shall amend national balancing rules in order to reduce to the maximum possible extent the impact of the allocation constraints |
Provision in the amendment of the regulation indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2023 |
As a part of the energy market reform, rules of the balancing market shall be amended to include explicit procurement of reserves before the single day ahead coupling (SDAC). This solution was proposed by the ACER in the CORE CCM Methodology (ACER Decision 02/2019) as one of the possible solutions to reduce to the maximum possible extent the impact of the allocation constraints. In order to implement this reform, the minister responsible for energy shall amend the Regulation of the Minister of Economy of 4 May 2007 on the detailed conditions for the operation of the power system. Allocation constraints shall be monitored by the energy regulator pursuant to applicable EU rules. A study on the optimisation of proposed measures to limit allocation constraints in the Polish electricity system shall be carried out by the regulator and its recommendations shall be duly taken into account in further works. |
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B10L |
B2.4 Legal framework for the development of energy storage facilities |
Milestone |
Entry into force of amendments of the Act on energy law with regards to energy storage |
Provision in the amendments of the Act on energy law indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2021 |
The amendments shall facilitate the development of electricity storage including, in particular, an exemption from tariff obligation, no double network charges, partial exemption from fees for connecting the storage to the grid, exemption from the obligations to present certificates of origin and from certain fees with regards to stored electricity. The proposed tariffs framework for storage shall be non-discriminatory and cost-reflective. |
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B14L |
B3.2 Support for environmental restoration and protection against hazardous substances |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law to facilitate a comprehensive elimination of the negative environmental impact of large-scale post-industrial areas.
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Provision in the law indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a law aimed at increasing safety for human health and the condition of the environment. The law shall remove organisational and legal barriers occurring to the comprehensive elimination of the negative environmental impact of large-scale post-industrial areas.
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B15L |
B3.2 Support for environmental restoration and protection against hazardous substances |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act dedicated to hazardous materials lingering in the Baltic Sea |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2025 |
Entry into force of a legal act aimed at increasing safety for human health and the condition of the environment, which shall
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B16L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Documentation sets prepared for investments related to the negative environmental impact of selected large-scale brownfields and hazardous materials sunken on the bottom of the Baltic Sea |
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Number |
0 |
9 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Full investment documentation sets for nine pre-defined locations - in land and sea as a different part of the programme - for which significant problems with the presence of pollutants or hazardous substances on a large-scale area exist.
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B17L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Land areas for which field research related to the presence of pollutants and hazardous materials was carried out |
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Number |
0 |
5 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Development of field research, studies, and land inventory, as a preliminary but fundamental step leading to preparation of full investment documentation in next steps of the programme. |
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B18L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Locations in Polish sea areas (including wrecks) with performed inventory and field research related to the presence of hazardous materials |
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Number |
0 |
4 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Detailed reconnaissance and measurement campaigns in the sea as well as analysis of the obtained data as a necessary step leading to the preparation of complete documentation for neutralisation plans. |
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B21L |
B3.3 Support for the sustainable management of water resources in agriculture and rural areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of amendments to national legislation needed to improve the conditions for resilient water management in agriculture and rural areas |
Provision in the amendments indicating the entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of amendments that shall contribute to increasing the resilience of agriculture to drought and flood prevention in agricultural areas; improving water efficiency by properly regulating water relations in agricultural areas and reducing run-off; and increasing water retention. The amendments shall comply with the requirements set out in the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular, it shall ensure compliance with the EU environmental legislation, including the EIA Directive and the Water Framework Directive. The amendments shall not lead to any deterioration of the level of compliance with EU environmental legislation with regards to investments that are considered significant or potentially significant investments pursuant to the Council of Ministers' regulation on projects likely to have a significant impact on the environment and investments in or affecting Natura 2000 areas. Moreover, the amendments shall not alter the currently binding rules on water intake. |
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B22L |
B3.3.1 Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Adoption of selection criteria for call for proposals |
Adoption of the criteria by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Investments shall be selected through dedicated calls, based on environmental criteria. The project shall contribute to increasing the resilience of agriculture to drought and flood prevention in agricultural areas; improving water efficiency by properly regulating water relations in agricultural areas and reducing run-off; and increasing water retention, provided their need and nature is justified appropriately. Priority shall be given to nature-based or other climate-change resilient solutions. Only projects that do not lead to a deterioration of the status of surface waters and groundwater and do not prevent the improvement of the ecological status or potential of the affected water bodies shall be supported. |
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B23L |
B3.3.1 Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas |
Target |
Area of agricultural land / forest (in hectares) benefitting from improved water retention |
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Number |
0 |
858 568 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 858 568 hectares of agricultural land or forest demonstrably benefitting from improved water retention, through interventions improving the long-term resilience of the agriculture sector to climate change impacts, namely drought and floods, and supporting biodiversity.
Where water is abstracted, a relevant permit must be granted by the relevant authority, specifying conditions to avoid deterioration and ensure that affected water bodies are in good ecological status, in accordance with the requirements of Directive 2000/60/EC and evidenced by the latest relevant supporting data. Water abstraction shall be avoided where the concerned water bodies (surface or ground waters) are, or projected (in the context of intensifying climate change) to be in less than good status or potential. |
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B24L |
B3.4 Enabling framework for green transition investments in urban areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law on sustainable urban development setting goals, directions, implementing rules and coordination mechanisms for the green transformation of cities |
Provision in the law indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of a law that shall aim at supporting the capacity of urban areas in investing in the green transition. It shall ensure that sustainability aspects are better integrated into urban planning procedures. It shall ensure that stakeholders are properly consulted as part of those procedures. It shall provide for capacity support to local governments to implement such projects. |
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B25L |
B3.4 Enabling framework for green transition investments in urban areas |
Milestone |
Green Urban Transformation Instrument |
Establishment of the Green Urban Transformation Instrument and adoption of its detailed rules and procedures in consultation with all stakeholders |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Establishment of the Green Urban Transition Instrument to support (a) the green transformation of cities; and (b) investments in the green digitisation of cities, with adopted procedures. The Green Urban Transition Instrument shall be in line with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), the eligibility criteria for projects shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators and mechanical biological treatment plants; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment. The terms of reference shall additionally require that only activities that comply with relevant EU and national environmental legislation may be selected. The Green Urban Transformation Instrument shall ensure that any reflows (i.e. interests on the loan, return on equity, or principal repaid, minus associated costs) linked to this instrument shall be used for the same policy goals, including beyond 2026, or to repay the RRF loan. |
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B26L |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T1 - Signature of the loan contracts for investments in green urban development projects |
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Number |
0 |
201 |
Q4 |
2024 |
The target refers to the number of contracts signed with the recipients. Support shall be channelled through the Green Urban Transition Instrument and be in line with adopted procedures.
The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to projects concerning all cities.
The criteria for selection of beneficiary entities shall in particular reflect the needs for mitigating the impact of cities on climate change and the health of their inhabitants by lowering greenhouse gas and other pollutant emissions. Result indicators shall be defined according to the specificity of supported projects. Eligible project types shall include: (i) increasing biologically active surfaces in urban and functional areas and reducing soil sealing; (ii) nature-based urban investments (NBS) with associated vegetation solutions; (iii) sustainable rainwater management systems involving green-blue infrastructure and nature-based solutions; (iv) improving air quality in cities, including the development of distributed and civic energy; (v) establishing Low Emission Zones, sustainable multimodal urban mobility, effective mobility plans, green zones in urban areas; (vi) development of energy cluster and cooperatives (vii) increasing the use of RES as a source of energy in the city; (viii) the development of zero-emission transport infrastructure (pedestrian, cycling) integrated with collective transport; (ix) the deployment of energy-efficient lighting technologies for roads and public spaces; (x) education and awareness-raising among citizens about the need to transform cities towards climate neutrality in adapting to climate change and (xi) revitalization of buildings and urban spaces. The cost of (x) shall not exceed 10% of the cost of investment B3.4.1. Priority shall be given to cities where such project types have been or are planned to be introduced. The allocation of projects to the beneficiary entities shall ensure a balanced distribution between entities across the country considering population and geographical coverage. The cost of repayment of the loan shall not require contributions by the final recipients or the local governments in any form. This provision shall not apply to investment projects that generate relevant revenues or cost savings.
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B27L |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T2 - Signature of the loan contracts for investments in green urban development projects |
Number |
0 |
438 |
Q4 |
2025 |
On the basis of a revised budgetary allocation, number of additional contracts signed with the recipients for investments meeting criteria set out for item B26L. |
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B27aL |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T3 - Completed projects supporting investments in green urban development projects |
Number |
0 |
390 |
Q3 |
2026 |
Number of projects completed by the recipients of support from the Green Urban Transition Instrument following the revised budgetary allocation. |
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B28L |
B3.5 Reform of housing construction for people with low and average incomes, taking into account the higher energy efficiency of buildings |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act of 8 December 2006 on financial support for the creation of residential premises for rent, sheltered housing, night shelters, shelters for the homeless, heating plants and temporary premises, and resulting changes in other acts |
Provision in the act amending the Act of 8 December 2006 on financial support for the creation of residential premises for rent, sheltered housing, night shelters, shelters for the homeless, heating plants and temporary premises, and resulting changes in other acts indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
The amendment to the act shall provide for increasing the support for investments in construction of buildings with an energy standard higher by 20% than NZEB. Support shall be increased as compared to standard housing from 80% to 95% for buildings for low-income households and from 35% to 60% for households with average incomes. These provisions shall apply to any source of public support. |
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B29L |
B3.5.1 Investments in energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households |
Target |
T1 – Number of apartments qualified for financing intended for low- and average income households |
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Number |
0 |
7820 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Number of apartments qualified for financing (for low- and average-income households). The investments shall be realised by local authorities and social housing investors (mainly social housing associations and social housing initiatives). Contracts signed with beneficiary entities (local authorities and social housing investors (mainly social housing associations and social housing initiatives) shall specify that: -at least 75% of these apartments shall be allocated to those applicants for the apartments who are in the lower half of the list of applicants drawn up based on the income of the applicants in descending order, and -the apartments shall be built to an energy efficiency standard 20% more ambitious than the minimum energy efficiency standard in force in Poland (Nearly-Zero Energy Buildings standard/NZEB). The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to all local authorities and social housing investors (mainly social housing associations and social housing initiatives). The criteria for selection of beneficiary entities shall in particular reflect the needs for increasing the supply of energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households. The calls shall include eligibility criteria that ensure that the selected projects comply with the requirements to do no significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measure and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). Where new construction activities take place in or near biodiversity-sensitive areas (including the Natura 2000 network of protected areas, UNESCO World Heritage sites and Key Biodiversity Areas, as well as other protected areas), compliance with Articles 6(3) and 12 of the Habitats Directive, and Article 5 of the Birds Directive shall be required, and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or screening shall be carried out where required under the EIA Directive. All investment projects financed under this component which require an EIA decision shall comply with Directive 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU. Specifically, all new projects that require an EIA shall be authorised under the Act on the provision of information on the environment and its protection, public participation in environmental protection and environmental impact assessment as amended by the Act of 30 March amending that Act and certain other acts. Provisions of the ‘Guidelines on remedial actions for projects co-financed by EU Funds affected by the infringement 2016/2046’, as communicated to Poland on 23 February 2021 (ref. Ares(2021)1423319), shall be taken into account for the implementation of all investment projects for which an environmental decision or a construction or development permit was requested or issued before the entry into force of the Act of 30 March 2021. |
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B30L |
B3.5.1 Investments in energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households |
Target |
T2 - Number of apartments completed for low and average – income households |
|
Number |
0 |
7820 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of apartments completed (for low- and average-income households). The investments shall be realised by local authorities and social housing investors (mainly housing associations and social housing initiatives). The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to all local authorities and local housing associations. The criteria for selection of beneficiary entities shall in particular reflect the needs for increasing the supply of energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households. The apartments shall be constructed in such a way that no significant harm be done to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measure and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). Where new construction activities take place in or near biodiversity-sensitive areas (including the Natura 2000 network of protected areas, UNESCO World Heritage sites and Key Biodiversity Areas, as well as other protected areas), compliance with Articles 6(3) and 12 of the Habitats Directive, and Article 5 of the Birds Directive shall be required, and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or screening shall be carried out where required under the EIA Directive. All investment projects financed under this component which require an EIA decision shall comply with Directive 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU. Specifically, all new projects that require an EIA shall be authorised under the Act on the provision of information on the environment and its protection, public participation in environmental protection and environmental impact assessment as amended by the Act of 30 March amending that Act and certain other acts. Provisions of the ‘Guidelines on remedial actions for projects co-financed by EU Funds affected by the infringement 2016/2046’, as communicated to Poland on 23 February 2021 (ref. Ares(2021)1423319), shall be taken into account for the implementation of all investment projects for which an environmental decision or a construction or development permit was requested or issued before the entry into force of the Act of 30 March 2021. |
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B32L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of acts amending the legislative framework for renewable energy communities and biomethane: Amendments to the RES Act, Amendments of legislation concerning energy market, and entry into force of a Regulation to the RES Act |
Provisions in the amending acts and in the regulation indicating their entry into force |
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|
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Q1 |
2023 |
Adoption and entry into force of amending acts and regulation including: 1. Amendments to the Act of 20 February 2015 on renewable energy sources (RES Act) shall reformulate principles of operation for energy clusters (better conditions to establish such entities) by providing: rules, definitions or notions regarding: the scope, agreements, subject matter of energy cluster, registry of energy cluster or cooperation between individual members of the energy cluster and system operators.
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|
B33L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on investments in onshore wind farms |
Provision in the act amending the Act on investments in onshore wind farms indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an amending act which shall remove formal barriers to investments in onshore infrastructure. The amendment shall make the distance rule (minimum distance from windmill to residential building - 10 times windmill' height, 10H) more flexible by giving more power to determine minimum distances to municipalities as part of the spatial/zoning procedure and to regional environmental protection offices as part of the procedure for issuing decisions on environmental conditions.
|
|
B34L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a regulation laying down a plan of renewables auctions for the years 2022 - 2027 |
Provision in the regulation indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a regulation laying down a plan of renewables auctions per technology (including for new onshore wind farms). The plan shall set a budget and a volume of electricity that shall be available through competitive auctions for the period 2022-2027. |
|
B35L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T1 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
Number |
11,2 |
18 |
Q2 |
2022 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
|
B36L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T2 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
Number |
18 |
20 |
Q3 |
2022 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
|
B37L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T3 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
Number |
20 |
23 |
Q1 |
2023 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
|
B38L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T4 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
Number |
23 |
23,5 |
Q3 |
2023 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
|
B39L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation following from the Act of 17 December 2020 on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
Provision in the regulation indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
The following implementing regulation shall enter into force:
|
|
B40L |
B3.6 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation following from the Act of 17 December 2020 on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
Provision in the regulation indicating its entry into force |
|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
Regulation of the Minister of Climate and Environment on the types of cash flows to be taken into consideration in calculating the adjusted price and the detailed method of calculating the adjusted price. The regulation shall specify the types of cash flows to be taken into account in calculating the adjusted price and the detailed method of calculating the adjusted price. During the process, such factors as investment aid, the date of granting investment aid and the rules of granting public aid in the area of environmental protection and energy shall be taken into account. The aim is to facilitate the above procedure for offshore wind farm investors. |
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The goal of this investment, in line with the aforementioned reform, is to increase the number of households covered by fixed broadband network of 931,000 units focusing on white next-generation-access (NGA) areas, where no high-capacity broadband infrastructure currently exists and where the market is not likely to provide end-users in the near future with a network offering connectivity of 100 Mbps download speed, in order to reach at least 80% households with a capacity of 100 Mbps, with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity. The investment is divided in 3 targets: the first one shall be to reach 100,000 households by December 2024, the second one shall encompass 400,000 households by December 2025 and the last one shall focus on the remaining 431,000 households by 30 June 2026.
The investment shall also support the modernization of Local Area Networks (LAN) in schools and provide access to very fast (i.e. beyond the minimum standards of 100 Mbps) internet in at least 100 000 classrooms.
To comply with DNSH conditions, a climate risk and vulnerability assessment shall be performed when required by relevant legislation and any necessary adaptation solutions implemented pursuant to this legislation.
For all infrastructure investments, at least 70% of construction and demolition waste shall be reused or recycled in accordance with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01) 27 .
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society
This broad reform encompasses various strands that promote the digitalisation of the Polish society, ranging from digital public services to digital education of citizens and workers.
Scaling up digital applications in the public sector shall be supported by legislative changes promoting electronic communication between public institutions, businesses and citizens. The first one consists of amending the Act of 17 February 2005 on computerisation of activities performed by public entities to digitise public administrative documents and processes. The second one shall amend the Act of 11 March 2004 on tax on goods and services with regard to the use of structured invoice data issued in electronic format, introducing the obligation to issue and receive e-invoices through the National System of e-invoices.
As far as digital competences are concerned, the founding element underpinning their development shall be the creation and implementation of the Digital Competence Development Programme. The programme shall define a comprehensive, long-term set of requirements to support the development and monitoring of digital competences in formal, non-formal and informal education. The establishment and functioning of the Digital Competence Development Centre shall be clearly formulated in the programme. The document shall be produced using a multi-stakeholder approach.
In the field of education, the core element stimulating the digitalisation of education consists of defining minimum binding standards to equip schools with digital infrastructures. Mandatory guidelines shall be developed in cooperation with the local governments and in consultation with a wide group of stakeholders, and shall ensure a minimum level of Information and Computer Technology (ICT) equipment for every school in Poland.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors
To increase the use of public e-services, the following projects shall be implemented under this investment:
·the completion of new e-services or the upgrade of existing ones in the public administration, enabling citizens to deal with administrative matters online;
·the completion of new IT systems or the upgrade of existing ones in the public administration,
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
C2.1.2 Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards
In line with the creation of minimum binding standards for ICT equipment, this investment aims to supply all schools in Poland with state-of-the-art multimedia equipment, to be used by teachers and students. The objective is to enable the use of digital technologies in learning on an equal level in each primary and secondary school across Poland, and the goal is to provide portable computers with software to teachers, via a voucher scheme, and to reach maximum six students per one laptop, for a total of at least 1 200 000 laptops.
To comply with DNSH conditions, the ICT equipment shall meet the energy related requirements and the material efficiency requirements set in accordance with Directive 2009/125/EC for laptops. In addition, the ICT equipment shall not contain the restricted substances listed in Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU.
A waste management plan shall be in place to ensure maximal recycling at end of life of electrical and electronic equipment, including through contractual agreements with recycling partners, reflection in financial projections or official project documentation. At its end of life, the equipment shall undergo preparation for re-use, recovery or recycling operations, or proper treatment.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 December 2025.
C2.1.3 E-competences
By training at least 323 000 people, Poland aims at increasing the overall level of digital competences in society and improving the country’s digitalisation process. Among these, 40% shall be citizens in need of basic digital skills, 20% shall be public officials, 20% shall be people excluded and at risk of exclusion and the remaining 20% shall consist of educators and teachers receiving basic and intermediate level of training.
As part of the investment, a Digital Competence Development Centre composed by experts, advisors and digital specialists supporting the implementation of digital policies shall be created within the office of the Minister responsible for digitalisation.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
C3.1 Enhancing the cybersecurity of information systems, strengthening the data processing infrastructure and optimising the infrastructure of the law enforcement services
The reform shall focus on three specific objectives that allow for the implementation of information systems security solutions: (i) the development of the national cybersecurity system; (ii) the capacity to effectively prevent and respond to incidents; (iii) the creation of social awareness with regards to cybersecurity. These objectives shall be achieved through a series of amendments to the National Cybersecurity System Act of 5 July 2018 and to the Cabinet Regulation of 11 September 2018 on essential services.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services
This investment consists of four different components: (i) cybersecurity; (ii) data processing infrastructure; (iii) optimisation of the infrastructure of the law enforcement services and (iv) cloud and edge computing solutions.
On (i) cybersecurity, 4 projects shall be carried out:
-Establishing a network of at least 5 sectoral computer security incident response teams (CSIRTs) in key sectors within the meaning of the act on the national cybersecurity system: energy, transport, health, banking, financial market infrastructures, digital infrastructure, water supply and electronic communication enterprises;
-Connecting 385 national cybersecurity entities to an integrated cybersecurity management system;
-Support to 500 entities in the upgrade and expansion of cybersecurity infrastructures, including support for entities using information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) in industrial control systems (ICS);
-Creation of a network of cybersecurity specialists at voivodeship level to support public entities in handling incidents and recovering data and providing raising awarenees activities on cybersecurity.
On (ii) data infrastructure, 3 standard data processing centres providing energy-efficient and scalable critical infrastructure shall be created to have accessible digital services and secure infrastructure for ICT systems. The centres shall comply with the European Code of Conduct on Data Centre Energy Efficiency, in particular with regards to the following areas:
-3.2.8 Sustainable energy usage: energy needed for the data centres shall be contracted from RES;
-3.2.11 Alternative power generation technologies: installation of renewable energy sources on the data centres facilities;
-3.3.2. Consider multiple levels of resilience: the data centres are expected to strengthen the reliability of the power supply system by building new methods of back-up power supply.
To comply with DNSH conditions, an environmental risk and vulnerability assessment shall be performed for construction and renovation of data centres and any necessary adaptation solutions implemented. For all infrastructure investments, at least 70% of construction and demolition waste shall be reused or recycled in accordance with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01).
(iii) The optimisation of infrastructure for state services responsible for security shall include 4 projects aimed at integrating different alert and warning systems and improve cooperation between State services, such as police, firefighters and local authorities.
Finally, on (iv) the deployment of cloud and edge computing solutions, Poland is expected to participate in the potential Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) on Next Generation Cloud Infrastructure and Edge Services, to support the development and first industrial deployment of advanced R&D projects towards the future of data processing along the cloud to edge continuum.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
C.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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C1G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Framework prepared by the Chancellery of the Prime Minister to co-finance broadband projects in white Next Generation Access (NGA) areas, where no NGA network exists at present |
Publication of the framework in the Chancellery of the Prime Minister and Digital Poland Project Centre websites |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
Setting up of the framework as a basis of the following call for proposal. The framework shall include provisions to ensure full compliance with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01) of supported projects under this measure through the use of sustainability proofing, an exclusion list, and the requirement of compliance with the relevant EU and national environmental legislation. |
|
C2G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Amendment of the regulation of the Minister for Digitization on annual telecommunications infrastructure & services inventory |
Provision in the amendment of the regulation indicating the entry into force |
|
|
|
Q1 |
2023 |
Entry into force of the amendment of the regulation on national inventory of telecom infrastructure & services, to better identify the areas requiring additional support from public interventions. |
|
C3G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Amendment of the regulation on Single Information Point by the Prime Minister |
Provision in the amendment of the regulation indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the amendment of the regulation on Single Information Point, to provide operators with wider scope of information on infrastructure which may be used in telecom investments, and to provide better suited planning tools. |
|
C4G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T1 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
Number |
0 |
100 000 |
Q4 |
2024 |
At least additional 100 000 households in white Next Generation Access areas where the market is not likely to provide end-users in the near future with a network offering connectivity of 100 Mbps download speed, to be covered by broadband internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mbps (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity), in line with the objectives of the National Broadband Plan and the Commission Communication on the European Gigabit Society. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy performance, waste management and environmental risk assessment. |
|
C5G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T2 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
Number |
100 000 |
500 000 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least additional 500 000 households cumulatively in white Next Generation Access areas where the market is not likely to provide end-users in the near future with a network offering connectivity of 100Mbps download speed, to be covered by broadband internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mbps (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity), in line with the objectives of the National Broadband Plan and the Commission Communication on the European Gigabit Society. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy performance, waste management and environmental risk assessment. |
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C6G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T3 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
Number |
500 000 |
931 000 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least additional 931 000 households cumulatively in white Next Generation Access areas where the market is not likely to provide end-users in the near future with a network offering connectivity of 100 Mbps download speed, to be covered by broadband internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mbps (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity), in line with the objectives of the National Broadband Plan and the Commission Communication on the European Gigabit Society. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy performance, waste management and environmental risk assessment. |
|
C6aG |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
Classrooms in schools equipped with Local Area Network (LAN) connection |
Number |
0 |
100 000 |
Q3 |
2025 |
Number of classrooms in vocational schools and general education institutions that shall be equipped with LAN connection, with internet access going beyond the minimum standards of 100 Mbps. The selection of entities providing the network infrastructure shall be done in a fair, competitive and transparent manner, in line with the framework of milestone C10L. |
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C7G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Act of 17 February 2005 on computerisation of the activities of entities performing public tasks – introducing default digital form of documents and electronic form of services and digitisation of administrative processes |
Provision in the amendment to the act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of the amendment to the Act of 17 February 2005 on computerisation of the activities of entities performing public tasks. The Chancellery of the Prime Minister shall be responsible for the preparation and adoption of this act. |
|
C8G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Act of 11 March 2004 on tax on goods and services (use of structured invoices) – introducing structured electronic invoices to the economic market and the obligation to issue and receive them through the National System of e-invoices |
Provision in the amendment to the act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the amendment to the Act of 11 March 2004 on tax on goods and services (use of structured invoices). The use of e-invoices shall be considered mandatory. The government body responsible for the preparation and adoption of this amended act shall be the Ministry of Finance. |
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C9G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Minimum binding standards for equipping all schools with digital infrastructure to enable the use of digital technologies in learning on an equal level in each school |
Adoption of the standards by the Ministry of Education and Science (MES) |
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|
|
Q3 |
2022 |
Adoption of binding standards for equipping schools with digital infrastructure that shall be mandatory for every school in order to achieve the same level of digital infrastructure. The development of the standards shall be consulted with a wide group of stakeholders and the local government. The Ministry of Education and Science shall be responsible for the preparation and adoption of this regulation. |
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C10G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the resolution of the Council of Ministers on the Digital Competence Development Programme to manage the development of digital competences and digital education of citizens and employees in various sectors. This includes the establishment of the Digital Competence Development Centre (DCDC) |
Provision in the resolution of the Council of Ministers indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the resolution of the Council of Ministers on the Digital Competence Development Programme (which is a multiannual programme until 2030), including the implementation plan, evaluation and monitoring measures in accordance with the "Act on the principles of development policy". The Program shall be developed adopting a multi-stakeholder approach. The Programme shall, inter alia, establish the Digital Competence Development Centre (DCDC) and the policy for the development of digital competences. |
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C11G |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors, and breakthrough technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
T1 - Completion of new e-services or upgrade of existing ones |
|
Number |
0 |
20 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Number of newly completed e-services or upgrade of existing ones, including those available in the mobile channel as part of the mObywatel application. The newly completed or upgraded e-services shall improve digital interactions of citizens and businesses with the public administration, by elements such as: -full digitalisation of procedures, -electronic signature and submission of attachments, -online payments.
At least 40 % of the newly completed or upgraded e-services shall be made available within the mObywatel application.
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|
C12G |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors, and breakthrough technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
T2 – Completion of new e- services or upgrade of existing ones |
|
Number |
20 |
70 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of newly completed e-services or upgrade of existing ones, including those available in the mobile channel as part of the mObywatel application. The newly completed or upgraded e-services shall improve digital interactions of citizens and businesses with the public administration, by elements such as: - full digitalisation of procedures, - electronic signature and submission of attachments, - online payments. At least 40 % of the newly completed or upgraded e-services shall be made available within the mObywatel application. |
|
C13aG |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors, and breakthrough technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
Completion of new public IT systems or expansion of existing ones |
|
Number |
0 |
4 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least 4 public IT systems shall be completed (in the case of new public IT systems) or expanded (in the case of the existing public IT systems) and shall contribute to the creation of new public e-services or improving the quality (user experience) of the existing e-services. |
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C14G |
C2.1.2 Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards |
Target |
New portable computers at disposal of teachers |
|
Number |
0 |
465 000 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 465 000 additional portable computers with necessary software provided, via a voucher scheme, to schools for teachers to use. All teachers shall be entitled to a voucher and vouchers shall be made available as of 31 December 2023. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, material efficiency and recycling. |
|
C15G |
C2.1.2 Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards |
Target |
New portable computers at disposal of students |
|
Number |
0 |
735 000 |
Q3 |
2025 |
At least 735 000 additional portable computers with necessary software provided to schools for students to use. Fair and transparent procedure for the allocation of portable computers with software ensuring equal treatment to all schools and educational institutions shall be established in cooperation with local governments. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, material efficiency and recycling. |
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C16G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Milestone |
Creation of a Digital Competence Development Centre (DCDC) |
Report on the organisational set-up and functioning of the DCDC |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
The Digital Competences Development Centre (DCDC) shall be established within the office of the Minister responsible for digitalisation. The main objective of DCDC is to enhance and improve the system of coordination of digital competence development in Poland through the realization of following sub-functions:
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|
C19G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Target |
T1 - Additional people trained in digital competences, including digital literacy |
|
Number |
0 |
161 500 |
Q3 |
2024 |
At least 161 500 people completed training as part of the implementation of projects aimed at developing (acquiring or developing) digital competences. People covered by the training in the field of digital competences shall include in a more or less evenly manner the following categories: - 40% citizens in need of basic digital skills;
- 20% public officials;
|
|
C20G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Target |
T2 - Additional people trained in digital competences, including digital literacy |
|
Number |
161 500 |
323 000 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least 323,000 people completed training as part of the implementation of projects aimed at developing (acquiring or developing) digital competences. People covered by the training in the field of digital competences shall include in a more or less evenly manner the following categories: - 40% citizens in need of basic digital skills;
- 20% public officials;
|
|
C21G |
C3.1 Enhancing the cybersecurity of information systems, strengthening the data processing infrastructure and optimising the infrastructure of the law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Act of 5 July 2018 on the National Cybersecurity System, implementing the NIS Directive and establishing a comprehensive cybersecurity legal and organisational basis for a national cybersecurity system |
Provision in the amendment of the Act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of amendments to the act on the national cybersecurity system. This shall allow, inter alia, the establishment of sectoral computer security incident response team (CSIRT) networks, the creation of Information Exchange and Analysis Centres (ISAC) and it shall strengthen the cooperation mechanisms between the government administration and local government units in the field of responding to security incidents. The act on the national cybersecurity system is necessary also in connection with the need to implement the so-called 5G Toolbox. The Chancellery of the Prime Minister shall be responsible for the preparation and adoption of this amended act. |
|
C22G |
C3.1 Enhancing the cybersecurity of information systems, strengthening the data processing infrastructure and optimising the infrastructure of the law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 11 September 2018 on the list of essential services and the thresholds for the disruptive effect of an incident for the provision of essential services |
Provision in the amendment of the Regulation indicating the entry into force |
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Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 11 September 2018 on the list of essential services and the thresholds for the disruptive effect of an incident for the provision of essential services. The thresholds/criteria for identifying operators of essential services, primarily in the health sector, shall be changed in order to improve the current quality criteria, allowing the identification of essential entities/hospitals in the health sector. |
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C23G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Projects in cybersecurity (CyberPL) under
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Number |
0 |
4 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of completed projects under the cybersecurity umbrella, that shall consist of: - Establishing a network of 5 sectoral computer security incident response teams (CSIRTs); - Connecting 385 national cybersecurity entities to an integrated cybersecurity management system; - Support to 500 entities in the upgrade and expansion of cybersecurity infrastructures using information technology and operational technology; - Creation of a network of cybersecurity specialists at voivodeship level to support public entities in handling incidents and recovering data, and providing activities raising awareness on cybersecurity. |
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C24G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Reception of the building permits for the buildings of the standardised data centre facilities |
Reception of building permits |
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Q4 |
2024 |
The building permits allowing the construction of the buildings for the three standardised data centres shall have been received. |
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C25G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Creation of standardised data processing centres that provide energy-efficient infrastructure |
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Number |
0 |
3 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of operational standardised data centres in terms of the assumed energy efficiency parameters using renewable energy, computing power density and connected to the Constructed fibre Optic loop providing two independent communication routes between any selected pair of data processing centres. The data centres shall comply with the European Code of Conduct on Data Centre Energy Efficiency. The investment shall be carried out in full compliance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), in particular with regard to requirements related to energy efficiency, waste management and environmental risk assessment. |
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C26G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Mobile infrastructure for the crisis management system |
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Number |
0 |
17 721 |
Q4 |
2025 |
The indicator value consists of the following elements:
- one self-sustaining mobile medical point for medical, biochemical, radiological and natural disaster risks. |
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C27G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI): Selection of Next Generation Cloud projects and signature of contracts |
Signature of contracts with selected entities |
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Q3 |
2023 |
Selection of projects and signature of contracts following the publication of the call for project proposal in order to support the development of the Next Generation Cloud solutions in Poland. |
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C28G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI): National infrastructure/service data processing solutions developed |
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Number |
0 |
5 |
Q1 |
2025 |
At least five new national infrastructure/service data processing solutions developed by selected companies and launch of the operationalisation phase for each project. |
C.3. Description of the reforms and investments for the loan
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs
The reform shall improve the legislative environment for the development of mobile networks by removing existing barriers to 5G deployment, taking into account the EU Connectivity Toolbox.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
C2.2 Reform the foundations of digitalisation of the education system
The reform shall lay the foundation for the digitalisation of the education system via the adoption of the digitalisation policy for education, in order to prepare children and youth for the information society. The objectives of this strategic document shall focus on efficient and meaningful integration of new technologies in teaching, learning and assessment and shall be developed applying a participatory approach.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2022.
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system
This investment aims at increasing the level of digital ICT equipment and infrastructure in schools beyond the minimum standards.
The measure shall include:
·provision of IT-kit for remote teaching for 100 000 classrooms;
·provision of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) laboratories to 16 000 schools, both primary and secondary;
·digitalisation of the examination system, in particular re-organisation and upgrade of central and regional examination commissions, and digitalisation of the e IT Education Centre.
The IT-kits for remote teaching and the AI and STEM laboratories shall be distributed equally among schools, based on population density and geographical coverage.
An open, fair and transparent procedure for the selection of entities providing network infrastructure or ITC equipment shall take place.
To comply with DNSH conditions, the ICT equipment shall meet the energy related requirements and the material efficiency requirements set in accordance with Directive 2009/125/EC for servers and data storage, or computers and computer servers or electronic displays. In addition, the ICT equipment shall not contain the restricted substances listed in Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU.
A waste management plan shall be in place to ensure maximal recycling at end of life of electrical and electronic equipment, including through contractual agreements with recycling partners, reflection in financial projections or official project documentation. At its end of life, the equipment shall undergo preparation for re-use, recovery or recycling operations, or proper treatment, including the removal of all fluids and a selective treatment in accordance with Annex VII to Directive 2012/19/EU.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing
This measure shall consist of a public investment in a Facility, the PL Cloud Computing Support Fund, in order to incentivise private investment and improve access to finance to support digital transformation and strategic autonomy of Poland’s businesses. The Facility shall operate by providing loans directly to the private sector. On the basis of the RRF investment, the Facility aims at initially providing at least EUR 650 000 0000 of financing.
The Facility shall be managed by Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) as the implementing partner. The Facility shall include the following product line:
·BGK direct financing: this line shall provide direct loans to multiple undertakings of different sizes to cover the costs of cloud infrastructure and services, supporting the digital transformation and strategic autonomy of businesses in Poland.
The loan support can only be awarded to digital transformation projects under which at least 30% of the total eligible costs cover cloud infrastructure and services. The remaining costs shall also be directly linked with the digital transformation of the economic activity, e.g. the uptake of other smart solutions, including in particular IoT, AI, VR/AR, blockchain, 3D, digital twin, edge computing, backbone networks, HPC/5G, etc. A maximum 5% of the total financing to be provided by the Facility can be allocated to a single beneficiary. Each beneficiary can only benefit from one loan under the Facility.
In order to implement the investment into the Facility, Poland and BGK shall sign an Implementing Agreement that shall include the following content:
1.Description of the decision-making process of the Facility: The final investment decision of the Facility shall be taken by an investment committee or other relevant equivalent governing body and approved by a majority of votes from members who are independent from the government.
2.Key requirements of the associated investment policy, which shall include:
a.The description of the financial product and eligible final beneficiaries.
b.The requirement that all investments supported are economically viable.
c.The requirement to comply with the ‘Do no significant harm’ (DNSH) principle as set out in the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01). In particular, the investment policy shall exclude the following list of activities and assets from eligibility: (i) activities and assets related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 28 , (ii) activities and assets under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 29 , (iii) activities and assets related to waste landfills, incinerators and mechanical biological treatment plants. Furthermore, the investment policy shall require compliance with the relevant EU and national environmental legislation of the final beneficiaries of the Facility.
d.The requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility shall not receive support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost.
3.The amount covered by the Implementing Agreement, the fee structure for the Implementing Partner and the requirement to reinvest any reflows according to the investment policy of the Facility unless they are used to service loan repayments of the Recovery and Resilience Facility.
4.Monitoring, audit, and control requirements, including:
a.The description of the implementing partner’s monitoring system to report on the investment mobilized.
b.The description of the implementing partner’s procedures that will ensure the prevention, detection and correction of fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interests.
c.The obligation to verify the eligibility of every operation in accordance with the requirements laid out in the Implementing Agreement before committing to finance an operation.
d.The obligation of carrying out risk-based ex-post audits in accordance with an audit plan of the BGK. These audits shall verify i) that the control systems are effective, including the detection of fraud, corruption, and conflict of interests; ii) compliance with the DNSH principle, the State Aid rules and the digital target requirements; and iii) that the requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility have not received support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost is respected. The audits shall also verify the legality of the transactions and that the conditions of the applicable Implementing Agreement are being respected.
The measure shall also include the publication of a guide on digital transformation of businesses using cloud computing. This guide shall be a compendium of knowledge (including frequently asked questions), guidance and examples of the use of modern technologies, in particular cloud computing, in the digital transformation of businesses. The guide shall cover, among others, the following aspects: legal aspects of the transformation of a company using cloud computing and cloud-based modern technologies, cybersecurity, energy efficiency and the development of digital competences and cloud skills in particular. The guide shall also support the promotion of the Facility and provide undertakings with the information necessary to prepare for applying for the loan support under the Facility. The guide shall describe mechanisms for transferring the relevant knowledge and know-how, including to entrepreneurs not eligible for loan support under the Facility and small enterprises.
C.4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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C1L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of 17 February 2020 on monitoring of electromagnetic field emission in the environment |
Provision in amendment of the regulation indicating its entry into force |
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Q1 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Regulation of 17 February 2020 on the methodologies for measuring electromagnetic field emissions in the environment. |
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C2L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 10 September 2019 on environmental impact assessment |
Provision in the amendment of the regulation indicating its entry into force |
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Q1 |
2022 |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Regulation on projects that may have a significant impact on the environment, which shall exclude radio communication investments from the catalogue of projects requiring an environmental impact assessment. |
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C3L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
New legal act(s) eliminating barriers to the implementation of the 5G network |
Provision in the legal act(s) indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2023 |
Entry into force of the legal act(s) that shall eliminate barriers to the implementation of 5G networks. |
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C8L |
C2.2 Reform the foundations of digitalisation of the education system |
Milestone |
Adoption of a new digitalisation policy for education, constituting the basis for changes in the education system and implementation of investments in ICT and defining the directions of digitization of the education system process in the short and long term |
Adoption of the policy |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Adoption by the Council of Ministers of a resolution on the policy of digitisation of the education area, having the nature of a program and strategic document, setting the framework for State policy and activities undertaken in the area of digitalisation of education in the short, medium and long term. This document shall constitute the basis for the activities of stakeholders and actors-participants and defines the tools for achieving a fully digitalised education system adapted to contemporary challenges of pre-school and general education environment. The policy shall include the implementation plan, evaluation and monitoring measures and it shall be developed applying a participatory approach. |
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C9L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Public consultation on the framework defining the procedures for the distribution of ICT equipment and for the provision of infrastructure to schools |
Report summarising the results of the public consultation and the following government response |
Q3 |
2022 |
Public consultation involving different stakeholders and social partners on the framework for the distribution of ICT equipment (IT kit for remote teaching) and for the provision of infrastructure (LAN connection, STEM and AI laboratories) to schools. The results of the consultation shall be summarised in a report, containing the main comments from stakeholders and social partners and the government’s follow-up to these comments. |
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C10L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Framework defining the procedures for the distribution of ICT devices and for the provision of infrastructure to schools |
Adoption by the Ministry of Education and Science |
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Q2 |
2023 |
The framework shall set out the minimum conditions for the distribution of ICT equipment and for the provision of infrastructure to the beneficiary schools, as resulting from the prior public consultation with different stakeholders and social partners.
The framework shall set out clear criteria for the selection of beneficiary schools, reflecting the needs for ICT equipment and infrastructure, such as laboratories, and their potential impact on the educational performance of the schools. Taking into account the needs of the different beneficiary schools, the following call for tender on the provision of infrastructure and ICT equipment shall be equal, open, transparent and fair and shall ensure a balanced distribution between schools across the country, based on both population and geographical coverage. |
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C12L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Target |
Classrooms in vocational schools and general education institutions equipped with IT tools to allow for remote teaching |
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Number |
0 |
100 000 |
Q1 |
2025 |
Number of classrooms in vocational schools and general education institutions that shall be equipped with a number of IT tools so that teachers can give remote lessons from the premises. This shall include computer peripherals and mobile devices, but shall not include laptops. The selection of vendors shall be done in a fair, competitive and transparent manner, in line with the framework of milestone C10L. The final recipients or the local governments shall not repay the Polish government in any form. |
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C13L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Target |
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) laboratories set-up in schools |
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Number |
0 |
16 000 |
Q3 |
2025 |
Number of schools equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and/or Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) laboratories. In particular, 4000 secondary schools shall be equipped with STEM laboratories, while 12000 schools shall be equipped with AI laboratories, of which 8000 primary schools and 4000 secondary schools. A sufficient number of qualified computer science teachers shall be foreseen to run activities with the use of AI and STEM laboratories. The supplies shall be allocated in a fair and transparent manner agreed with the local governments and shall not be repaid by the final recipients or the local governments to the Polish government in any form. |
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C14L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of the examination system |
Report on the successful completion of the digitalisation of the examination system |
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Q4 |
2025 |
The examination system shall be reorganised and upgraded to allow for the possibility of conducting exams in a remote mode. The digitalisation of the current examination system shall include the reorganisation and upgrade of the central and the regional examination commissions and the IT Education Centre. |
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C15L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Guide to the digital transformation of entrepreneurs using cloud computing |
Publication on the website of the ministry responsible for computerisation |
Q1 |
2024 |
Publication on the responsible ministry’s web page of a guide on the digital transformation of businesses using cloud computing. This Guide shall be a compendium of knowledge (including frequently asked questions), guidance and examples of the use of modern technologies, in particular cloud computing, in the digital transformation of businesses. The minister responsible for computerisation shall be responsible for preparing the documents. |
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C16L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement between the minister responsible for computerisation and Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego |
Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement between the minister responsible for computerisation and Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego. |
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C17L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
% |
0 |
100% |
Q2 |
2026 |
Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego shall have entered into legal financing agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use 100% of the RRF investment into the Facility (taking into account management fees). |
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C18L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
Certificate of transfer |
Q2 |
2026 |
Poland shall transfer EUR 650 000 000 to Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego for the Facility. |
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D. COMPONENT D: ‘EFFECTIVENESS, ACCESSIBILITY AND QUALITY OF THE HEALTH SYSTEM’
The component addresses several challenges that the Polish healthcare system currently faces. Shifting towards primary and ambulatory care is of particular importance, as healthcare spending is expected to grow considerably in the medium to long term, increasing the burden on public finances. The hospital sector is in an urgent need of reform complemented by targeted investments. Some hospitals run substantial debts and with low occupancy rates, while many medical procedures currently performed in hospitals could be done at lower levels of care and at lower costs. The primary care system is underfunded, understaffed and overstretching its services. At the same time, the hospital system suffers from chronic underfunding, especially in terms of human resources. Due to unfavourable conditions, such as low salaries, medical professions are not popular, and there has been a significant ‘brain drain’. The shortage in human resources places Poland in the lowest ranks compared with other Member States and makes it necessary to keep professionals working beyond their retirement ages. Access to care differs among regions. E-Health and modern management practices are underused.
The objectives of the component are multidimensional: to reform and support with investment the hospital sector in line with the need for rationalisation of the pyramid of the healthcare, to accelerate the digital transformation of health, to create supporting conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff, to support the development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences and to create an enabling environment for the development of medicines production in Poland.
The component contributes to addressing the Country Specific Recommendation to improve resilience, accessibility and effectiveness of the health system, including by providing sufficient resources and accelerating the deployment of e-health services (Country Specific Recommendation 1 2020).
It is expected that no measure in this component does significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measures and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01).
D.1. Description of the reforms and investments for non-repayable financial support
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services
The objective of the reform is to introduce comprehensive measures consisting in the restructuring of public hospitals. The reform is to ensure a lasting improvement in resilience, effectiveness, quality and accessibility of healthcare and long-term care, the financial situation of public hospitals, and the processes of supervision and management of these entities. The reform concerns the whole hospital sector providing health care services financed from public sources.
The reform shall also give grounds for actions for rationalisation of the pyramid of healthcare by, inter alia, introducing new provisions of the act on primary health care.
The hospital sector reform shall be introduced by a single new act, which, however, may introduce changes in existing acts, such as the act on medical activity or the act on health care services financed from public funds. The key provisions of the reform shall be the following:
- restructuring of the hospital sector by consolidating, re-profiling and changing the scope and structure of healthcare services provided by hospitals, on the basis of the national and regional transformation plans and the map of health needs, and updating the hospital network accordingly. The needs of hospitals supervised by the Minister for National Defence or the Minister for Internal Affairs related to the impact of the war in Ukraine shall be taken into account in the restructuring process;
- basis for actions for rationalisation of the pyramid of the healthcare by shifting certain health services from hospitals towards the lower levels of care (primary care, ambulatory care) with accordingly revised provisions for annual NFZ (National Fund for Health) financial plans; and
- changes in the hospital financing system ensuring effective and sustainable restructuring, including addressing hospital debt relief in a sustainable manner, based on transparent and evidence-based criteria and sound hospital financing system, incentivising proper care provision and increase of efficiency and care quality; and creating a professional system of supervision over hospitals, strengthening the management staff and incentivising the use of modern systems, tools and management methods in health care.
The hospital sector reform is to be complemented by the reforms of the National Oncological Network and National Cardiological Network, as well as the quality in health care and patient safety. The objective of these reforms is to improve access and quality of service of the oncological and cardiological care. The aim of the reform on the quality in health care and patient safety is to introduce systemic solutions on health care provisions quality standards and subsequent monitoring for sustainable results of the reform.
The reform shall also consist of a legislative package on the launch of national e-health services and their integration into existing/available eHealth systems at national and regional level.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 March 2026.
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers
The objective of the investment is to support hospitals with investment needs resulting from the reform processes, including consolidation, re-profiling and transformation into long-term care entities. The due RRF investment intervention is to support hospitals only where investment needs have been identified and as a result of the reform processes under reform D.1.1. Medical entities eligible for support shall consist of hospitals within the meaning of the provisions of the Act on Medical Activity of 15 April 2011. The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. The criteria for financial support shall be aligned with the reform’s key fields of intervention, including: i) coverage (such as population covered, benefits covered and timely access to care), ii) equity (such as equity in financing, equity in delivery and use and equity in health outcomes), iii) efficiency, including operational activity (efficiency in outcomes delivery, efficiency in collection of funds), iv) quality of care and v) availability of resources (such as human resources and financial resources).
The main investment project categories shall consist of investment in new medical equipment and infrastructure and construction works.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services
The aim of the investment is to accelerate the digital transformation of health by introducing new digital health services and further developing existing digital services. The investment shall consist in launching new-e-services, including:
-a Patient Health Analysis tool supporting the analysis of the patient's health condition,
-a decision-making support tool for doctors based on AI algorithms and central repository of medical data integrated with other key healthcare systems, and
-a central repository of medical data integrated with other key healthcare systems.
A Security Operations Centre (SOC) at the e-Health Centre shall be also established. The Centre shall contribute to strengthening the IT resources of the e-Health Centre and adapting them to the growing needs in the field of cybersecurity.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 March 2026.
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff
The objective of the reform is to contribute to improving the matching between needs and availability of medical professionals in Poland.
The reform shall consist of initiatives aimed at incentivising young people to take up and pursue medical studies and subsequently practise medicine in Poland. It comprises (i) the introduction of a scheme for granting loans to medical students, including financial incentives to practice in Poland after their studies end and (ii) the creation of second-cycle studies for medical emergency practitioners, which shall translate in increased qualifications and revenues for concerned professionals.
The reform shall also consist of the introduction of legislation to improve the attractiveness of medical professions and working conditions of medical professionals. This legislation shall increase the flexibility of post-graduate training, including by enabling doctors to be awarded a new certificate of professional competence in various specialised fields. It shall also increase the lowest basic salary for a wide range of medical professionals and reorganise the attribution of certain competences between doctors and specialised medical professionals, emergency medical professionals, nurses and other medical caregivers, after providing appropriate training.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies
The objective of the investment is to increase the capacity of medical teaching facilities and support students taking part in medical studies.
It shall consist of complementary sub-investments aiming to (i) create a temporary system of incentives to take up and continue studying in selected medical courses, (ii) modernise the teaching base for pre-clinical training, (iii) implement new learning arrangements based on digital technologies, (iv) adapt and improve the clinical base for teaching in central clinical hospitals, (v) implement training programmes and incentive schemes for teaching staff, (vi) modernise medical universities’ libraries, student accommodation and IT systems, and (vii) digitise administrative processes for the management and governance of medical universities.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
D3.1 Increasing the efficiency and quality of the healthcare system by supporting Polish research and development potential in the field of medical sciences and health sciences
The objective of the reform is to contribute to improving the quality and efficiency of the healthcare system by supporting research and development in the medical and health fields.
The reform shall consist of new legislation in the field of clinical trials of medicinal products for human use, including a transparent system and reduced administrative and legal barriers. It shall also consist of designing and implementing a Strategic Plan for the development of the biomedical sector in Poland, based on an assessment of the needs of the Polish biomedical sector, of the existing barriers to its development and of areas with a potential competitive advantage.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2022.
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences
The objective of the investment is to strengthen the resilience of the healthcare system by supporting research and development in the medical and health fields.
The investment shall consist of the following activities:
-Grant competitions to finance research and development activities with a focus on product innovations, such as on drugs, development of medical devices, especially for mobile use, as well as the development and implementation of ICT tools for medical and health purposes,
-Development of additional Clinical Research Support Centres tasked with research activities in the field of clinical trials, creation of an electronic communication platform for the Polish Clinical Research Network and of a search engine for clinical trials, as well as awareness raising activities in this field,
-Other supporting activities in the biomedical sector, including studies on the sector and support for universities and technological incubators, and
-Establishment of a Research and Analytical Centre within the National Institute of Public Health NIH – National Research Institute, primarily tasked with the monitoring of a large range of risks to human health and of the health situation and needs of the population. The related infrastructure shall also consist of laboratories with a broad range of biosecurity levels, including up to BSL-3+ level, as well as a campus to be used for training and education activities.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
D.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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D1G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on the modernisation and improvement of hospitals’ efficiency |
Provision in the Act indicating its entry into force |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the Act on the modernisation and improvement of hospitals’ efficiency that shall provide for the following:
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D2G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Order of the President of the National Health Fund (NFZ) on strengthening primary care and coordinated care, followed by financial provisions (including amendments to contracts), allowing for national-wide implementation |
Provision in the Order indicating the entry into force |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the Order of the President of the National Health Fund (NFZ) strengthening primary care and coordinated care, allowing for nation-wide implementation and covering: - preventive health care (task fee); - expected health outcomes and quality of care (incentives introduction); and - the chronic care disease management programme and care coordinator. The Order shall introduce financial arrangements providing for additional financial resources for the primary healthcare contracts, excluding night and holiday health care. |
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D3G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on quality in health care and patient safety, together with necessary implementing regulations |
Provision in the act indicating its entry into force |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the Act on quality in health care and patient safety that shall include provisions on the following elements:
6) rehospitalisation: a framework for tracking and analysing 30 days re-admission rates connected to the NFZ contracting provisions (via implementing regulation). |
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D4G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on the National Oncological Network establishing the rules for the operation of the network by introducing a new structure and a new model of cancer care management |
Provision in the act indicating the entry into force |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of the Act on National Oncological Network that shall ensure that all patients, regardless of their place of residence, receive oncological care based on the same diagnostic and therapeutic standards.
- improving the quality of life of patients during and after oncological treatment. |
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D5G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on the National Cardiological Network establishing the rules for the operation of the network by introducing a new structure and a new model of cardiological care management |
Provision in the act indicating the entry into force |
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Q1 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the Act on the National Cardiological Network that shall ensure that all patients, regardless of their place of residence, receive cardiological care based on the same diagnostic and therapeutic standards, i.e. uniformly defined paths, and that the system flexibly responds to their needs.
- improving the quality of life of patients during and after cardiological treatment. |
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D6G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative package pertaining to the launch of national e-health services and their integration into existing/available eHealth systems at national and regional level |
Provision in the legislative package indicating the entry into force |
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|
Q1 |
2026 |
Entry into force of a legislative package that shall provide the appropriate legal and administrative environment for the launch of national e-health services (Patient Health Analysis Tools, decision-making support tool for doctors based on AI algorithms, central repository of medical data) and their integration into existing/available eHealth systems at national and regional level. |
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D7G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the regulation on the list of voivodeship monitoring centres for the oncological network |
Provision in the regulation indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q1 |
2023 |
The regulation shall enter into force and provide for the establishment of voivodeship monitoring centres, which shall be medical entities selected from the oncological network in each of the 16 voivodeships, specialising in oncological care and providing comprehensive oncological treatment and monitoring. |
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D8G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Evaluation of the oncological care network |
Publication of the report |
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|
|
Q2 |
2025 |
Report on the evaluation of the oncological care network, including oncological care quality indicators.
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D9G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act on the list of precise criteria qualifying hospitals to specific categories to help define investment needs resulting from the reform |
Provision in the legal act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a legal act that shall establish the list of criteria on the basis of which hospitals shall be assigned to specific categories. These categories shall help define investment needs resulting from the hospitals modernisation and efficiency improving reform.
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D10G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Milestone |
First call for proposals for hospitals requesting financing
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Publication of the first call for proposals |
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|
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Q1 |
2023 |
The first call for proposals for hospitals to finance acquisition or upgrade of equipment or infrastructure shall be launched. This call and all subsequent calls shall be based on the categorisation criteria and clear and transparent procedures.
The medical equipment and infrastructure enhancement shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to hospital care.
The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. |
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D11G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
T1 - Contracts signed between hospitals and the Ministry of Health for the purchase of medical equipment or for infrastructure investment |
|
Number |
0 |
61 |
Q4 |
2023 |
Number of signed contracts between hospitals and the Ministry of Health (or another institution indicated by the Ministry) for medical equipment purchased or for infrastructure. The medical equipment shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to hospital care. The infrastructure enhancement shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to hospital care. The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. |
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D12G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
T2 - Contracts signed between hospitals and the Ministry of Health for the purchase of medical equipment or for infrastructure investment |
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Number |
61 |
249 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Number of signed contracts between the hospital and the Ministry of Health (or another institution indicated by the Ministry), for medical equipment purchase or for infrastructure enhancement. The medical equipment shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to healthcare. The infrastructure enhancement shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to healthcare. The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. |
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D13G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
Hospitals with new medical equipment purchased in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network
|
|
Number |
0 |
226 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of hospitals with new medical equipment purchased in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network. The purchased medical equipment shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to healthcare. The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. |
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D14G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
Hospitals with enhanced infrastructure in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network |
|
Number |
0 |
211 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of hospitals with enhanced infrastructure investment in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network. The enhanced infrastructure shall contribute to improving the quality of care, availability of resources and ensuring timely and comprehensive access to healthcare. The support shall cover only the scope of activities related to the provision of health services financed by the National Health Fund, and it shall not cover the commercial activities. |
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D15G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Launch of new-e-services, including:
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Start of full operation |
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|
|
Q1 |
2026 |
Services to increase the use of modern technologies and further development of e-health shall be launched and operational. These include:
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D16G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Security Operations Centre (SOC) at the e-Health Centre established |
Start of full operation |
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|
|
Q4 |
2025 |
The action shall strengthen the IT resources of the e-Health Centre and adapt them to the growing needs in the field of cybersecurity by: - implementing the Integrated Management System, expanding security systems, - implementing a security program for design and development works in the area of IT systems, - building the Security Operations Centre at the e-Health Centre. |
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D17G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Centre for digital medical documentation |
Start of full operation |
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|
|
Q3 |
2025 |
The Centre for digitisation of medical documentation shall be established, with the core task of structuring and transferring medical documentation into usable Electronic Health Record (HER). |
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D18G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
History of patients’ interaction with healthcare kept in medical facilities digitised |
|
% (Percentage) |
0 |
30 |
Q1 |
2026 |
Share of the history of patients’ interaction with healthcare
|
|
D19G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
T1 - Medical documents digitised |
|
% (Percentage) |
10 |
30 |
Q1 |
2025 |
30% of the total number of medical document types shall be digitised. |
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D20G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
T2 - Medical documents digitised |
|
% (Percentage) |
30 |
60 |
Q1 |
2026 |
60% of the total number of medical document types shall be digitised. |
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D21G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
Central/regional healthcare providers connected to the central repository of medical data and central/regional healthcare providers equipped with the AI based decision-making support tool |
|
% (Percentage) |
0 |
30 |
Q1 |
2026 |
30% of healthcare providers (at the central or regional level) connected to the central electronic repository of medical data, which shall include. 30% of healthcare providers (at the central or regional level) shall be equipped with the AI-based decision-making support tool. |
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D22G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
Adult patients covered by the Patient Health Analysis Tool |
|
% (Percentage) |
0 |
70 |
Q1 |
2026 |
70% of adult patients shall be covered by the Patient Health Analysis Tool. |
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D23G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist to provide a legal basis for financial support from academic year 2021/2022 for students in the field of medicine in Poland |
Provision in the amendment to the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist to provide a legal basis for financial support from academic year 2021/2022 for students in the field of medicine in Poland at a university level (including students who started their studies before academic year 2021/2022) indicating its entry into force |
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|
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Q4 |
2021 |
The law shall enter into force and introduce the possibility of using financial support in the form of a loan for students of paid studies in the field of medicine at a university level. The student shall be able to apply for early repayment of the loan or for an extension of its repayment period.
|
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D24G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of medical universities students having received financial support in accordance with the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist |
|
Number |
0 |
9 947 |
Q2 |
2026 |
9 947 students shall have received financial support in the form of a loan for students of paid studies in Polish in the field of medicine, based on the amendment to the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist. |
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D25G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the legislative Act on the profession of paramedic and the self-government of paramedics, which shall introduce the possibility of creating second-cycle programmes in the field of preparation for the profession of paramedic |
Provision in the legislative Act on the profession of paramedic and the self-government of paramedics indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q3 |
2022 |
In order to improve the competences of paramedics, a legislative act shall enter into force and enable the creation of second-cycle programmes in the field of paramedic, defined as two-year studies ending with obtaining a master's degree. Obtaining the title of a specialist shall allow paramedics to gain additional qualifications, which aims to translate into higher ranking in the salary category. |
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D26G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of paramedics who completed their Master's degree |
|
Number |
0 |
1 250 |
Q4 |
2025 |
1 250 paramedics shall have completed their second-cycle studies in emergency medical services. |
|
D27G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal acts aiming at improving attractiveness of medical jobs and working conditions of medical workers |
Provisions in the legal acts indicating their entry into force |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
A package of legal acts shall enter into force and consist of a regulation on the professional competence of doctors and dentists, an amendment to the regulation on postgraduate internship for doctors and dentists, an amendment to the regulation on the core curriculum for education in the vocational education professions, an amendment to the act on the method of determining the lowest basic salary of certain employees working in healthcare entities, including provisions on:
|
|
D28G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of doctors and dentists who have obtained a certificate confirming their professional medical competences |
|
Number |
0 |
54 000 |
Q2 |
2026 |
54 000 doctors and dentists shall receive a certificate confirming their additional medical professional competences. The professional qualifications certificate shall be awarded by a national scientific society or a state research institute appropriate for a given professional skill and entered in the register kept by the director of the Medical Centre for Postgraduate Education. |
|
D29G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act establishing a system of incentives to undertake and continue studies in selected medical university faculties through scholarships, funding for studies and mentoring |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
|
|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
The legal act introducing the temporary system of incentives to increase the attractiveness of medical studies shall include the possibility of:
|
|
D30G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Target |
Number of students of nursing, midwifery, emergency medical services, medicine, dentistry, medical analytics, physiotherapy and pharmacy who received a scholarship and students or graduates of nursing, midwifery, emergency medical services covered by a scholarship, study co-financing or mentoring |
|
Number |
0 |
25 400 |
Q2 |
2026 |
25 400 students and graduates shall have received support on the basis of the "System of incentives to undertake and continue studies in selected medical faculties through scholarships, funding for studies and mentoring", in the form of at least one of the following:
- assignment of a mentor, for graduates of nursing, midwifery and paramedics studies or
4 400 students shall benefit from co-financing of studies in line with the above.
|
|
D31G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Target |
Number of modernized teaching facilities for preclinical education (including Medical Simulation Centres), adapted facilities of the clinical base used in teaching in central clinical hospitals, modernized library infrastructures and students’ dormitories in medical universities |
|
Number |
0 |
212 |
Q4 |
2025 |
212 projects shall be completed, including the following:
- modernisation or creation of a clinical base used for educating students in central clinical hospitals (adapting the operation of this base to epidemiological risk conditions, connecting clinics in other medical entities with central clinical hospitals, development of necessary clinics in deficit areas, such as infectious diseases and oncology). 42 facilities shall be supported;
- renovation of libraries in medical universities to ensure contact-free use of library resources and safe places for self-study. 3 projects on renovation of libraries shall be supported; and
No land purchase shall be covered. Projects shall be implemented on the basis of calls for tender or open grant competitions. The selection of recipients shall be made in a transparent and objective way.
Each grant agreement shall include the financial amount received and the details of the project. |
|
D32G |
D3.1 Increasing the efficiency and quality of the healthcare system by supporting Polish research and development potential in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on clinical trials of medicinal products for human use |
Provision in the Act indicating its entry into force |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
The Act on clinical trials of medicinal products for human use shall enter into force and include:
This Act shall also update the legal framework governing the biomedical sector in general in Poland, including Research and Development, insofar as such an update is considered as necessary in the Government's Strategic Plan for the Development of the Biomedical Sector in Poland. |
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D33G |
D3.1 Increasing the efficiency and quality of the healthcare system by supporting Polish research and development potential in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into force or implementation of the key actions specified in the Government’s Strategic Plan for the Development of the Biomedical Sector in accordance with the timeline set out in the Strategic Plan |
Provisions in the underlying documents indicating their entry into force or their implementation, depending on the type of key actions identified in the Strategic Plan |
|
|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
Actions identified as "key actions" in the Strategic Plan shall enter into force or be implemented in accordance with the schedule included in the Strategic Plan and to the extent determined by the Strategic Plan. The adoption of the Strategic Plan itself in the form of a resolution of the Council of Ministers shall take place in 2022. Key actions shall include the design of the sector development management system, first grant competitions in priority areas and the permanent monitoring of the Polish biomedical market. |
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D34G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into operation of an electronic platform for the Polish Network of Clinical Research Centres |
Entry into operation of the platform for the Polish Network of Clinical Research Centres |
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|
|
Q4 |
2022 |
The electronic platform shall enter into operation with a view to facilitate communication between network members, including commercial and non-commercial clinical research centres. The platform shall include tools to coordinate the network operation, a central register for clinical trials conducted in Poland, a search engine allowing to identify clinical trials, a website utilising the abovementioned search engine dedicated for patients looking for an opportunity to take part in clinical trials and a search engine for professionals engaged in the development of or conducting clinical trials. |
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D35G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Establishment of a specialised Research and Analytical Centre |
Final report on the conclusion of the construction of the Research and Analytical Centre, including at least 41 biosecurity laboratories and a training area with a campus |
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|
|
Q2 |
2026 |
The construction of the infrastructure of the Research and Analytical Centre shall be completed. The completion shall follow the confirmation of compliance with the technical specifications and contractual obligations of the project conducted in accordance with the national Public Procurement Act.
Delivered infrastructure shall include:
- at least 41 laboratories with biosafety levels, including 20 BSL-1 laboratories, 19 BSL-2 laboratories, one BSL-3 laboratory for environmental research and one BSL-3+ laboratory for research on human material, including for diagnostic purposes laboratories. A collaboration agreement with a European biosecurity laboratory for the capacity building of the national technical laboratory experts shall be concluded, and - a Campus of about 3000 m2 to be dedicated to training. |
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D36G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Target |
Number of financed projects for research units and entrepreneurs in the biomedical sector |
|
Number |
0 |
80 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Final reports of the implementation of 80 supported projects shall be approved. Support shall be provided to research units and entrepreneurs in the field of pharmaceutical innovations, medical devices and IT solutions, in accordance with the Strategic Plan for Development of the Biomedical Sector in Poland.
Projects shall be selected through open and commissioned grant competitions.
|
|
D37G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Target |
Number of created Clinical Trial Support Centres |
|
Number |
10 |
43 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The establishment of 33 additional Clinical Trial Support Centres (CTSC) shall be completed. They shall be located in the structure of smaller and local healthcare entities, having a pivotal role in providing professional support (from the hospital side) for Clinical research organizations and clinical trials sponsors (pharmaceutical companies) to foster negotiation, contracting and start of clinical trials (CT's).
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D.3. Description of the reforms and investments for the loan
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2022.
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level
The investment shall support projects for necessary construction or renovation works and purchase of equipment for district hospitals establishing, within the transformation plans, long-term care and geriatric care units or centres. The investment contracts shall be attributed by transparent and clear provisions and in line with the objectives of reform D.1.2. The investment shall be made on the basis of quality assurance mechanisms for the integrated care services, addressing accessibility and affordability issues.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
D3.2 Creation of favourable conditions for the development of the medicines and medical devices sector
The objective of the reform is to introduce a regulatory framework facilitating attracting and increasing the production of medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in Poland. This shall contribute to increasing Poland's medicines supply safety. The new framework shall reinforce the analytical framework for identification of the gaps and vulnerabilities of the APIs supply in Poland. It shall also support entrepreneurs deciding to produce the medicines subject to potential supply shortages in Poland.
The reform shall be linked to the implementation of the Pharmaceutical Strategy for Europe at Union level.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2023.
D3.2.1 Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland
The objective of the investment is to support projects in the field of API development. The support shall help development of APIs (including proprietary, biosimilar, and generic APIs), and related medical devices production lines, including with construction/extension of necessary infrastructure. At least 11 APIs shall be supported in this field.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 31 December 2023.
D.4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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D1L |
D1.2 Increasing the efficiency, availability and quality of long-term care services of healthcare providers at district level |
Milestone |
Review of the potential for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals in Poland |
Publication |
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|
|
Q2 |
2022 |
Publication of a review, as a part of the overall strategic analysis of long-term care in Poland foreseen under component A, on the potential for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals (including transforming parts of district hospitals). The review shall in particular explore the possible ways to:
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|
D2L |
D1.2 Increasing the efficiency, availability and quality of long-term care services of healthcare providers at district level |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative act on the support for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals, based on the results of the review |
Provision in the legislative act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a legislative act, based on the results of the review of the potential for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals in Poland. The act shall specify how the support for establishing long-term care units and geriatric units and/or centres in district hospitals shall improve the provision of care, among others, to seniors at a local level. The legislative act shall be in line with the “Strategic framework on healthcare system development in Poland 2021-27 - Healthy Future”. |
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D3L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Milestone |
List of district hospitals selected for the additional support for the creation of long-term and geriatric beds, based on specific selection criteria |
Publication of the list of selected hospitals |
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|
|
Q2 |
2023 |
A list of district hospitals selected for additional support for creation of long-term and geriatric beds shall be delivered. The selection shall be based on a set of clear and transparent criteria. These criteria shall include local conditions for:
concerned hospital, including details on the nature of these measures, their timeline, their cost and expected financial results, the body responsible for implementation of these measures and the monitoring arrangements. |
|
D4L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Target |
Signed contracts between district hospitals and the Ministry of Health (or other institution indicated by Ministry) for investment support in creating long-term care and geriatric care units/centres |
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Number |
0 |
50 |
Q4 |
2023 |
Number of signed contracts for investment activities. The contract shall be signed between the hospital and the Ministry of Health (or other institution indicated by the Ministry).
|
|
D5L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Target |
Finalised projects aiming to develop long-term care and geriatric care provision in district hospitals |
|
Number |
0 |
50 |
Q2 |
2026 |
At least 50 projects on the basis of signed contracts shall be finalised. The projects shall contribute to the objective of developing long-term care and geriatric care in district hospitals, by increasing its availability, fostering comprehensive access, and improving the quality. The projects shall support necessary construction or renovation works and purchase of equipment. |
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D6L |
D3.2 Creation of favourable conditions for the development of the medicines and medical devices sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative act safeguarding the security of medicines supply, including solutions to address medicines shortages and key vulnerabilities in the supply chains |
Provision in the legislative act indicating the entry into force |
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|
|
Q2 |
2023 |
Entry into force of a legislative act introducing a regulatory framework aimed at increasing the production of medicines and active pharmaceutical substances (APIs) in Poland. This shall contribute to increasing critical medicines supply safety.
The act shall contain:
- empowering the relevant Minister to adopt, by means of a regulation, a list of the critical APIs (including those used in proprietary medicines, biosimilar and generics) to be developed; and
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|
D7L |
D3.2.1 Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland |
Milestone |
Selection of API production works projects to be supported |
Publication of list of selected projects |
|
|
|
Q3 |
2023 |
The list of selected projects to create or expand manufacturing capacity in the area of APIs (including proprietary, biosimilar, and generic APIs), and related medical devices shall be selected following a call for proposals. Selection criteria included in the call for proposals shall be non-discriminatory and transparent. They shall include a requirement for projects to contribute to the production of critical APIs. For this purpose, prior to the call for proposals a list of critical APIs shall be established, based on the analytical framework for identification of the gaps and vulnerabilities of the critical APIs supply in Poland. The selection of the projects shall comply with the following conditions: - a project shall support an API that is indicated list of the critical APIs; - a project shall demonstrate how it contributes to the objectives of safeguarding the security of medicines supply or is crucial for critical medicines supply safety, as defined in the legislative act on safeguarding the security of medicines supply; - a project has a clear timeline, indicating the dates of key milestones. |
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D8L |
D3.2.1 Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland |
Target |
Number of Supported Critical Active Pharmaceutical Product Ingredients |
|
Number |
0 |
11 |
Q4 |
2023 |
Number of critical Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) (including proprietary, biosimilar, and generic APIs) and medical devices, supported by the projects financed by the RRF. Projects documentation shall include: - Identification of potential beneficiaries with associated spending; -- The list of critical APIs (including proprietary, biosimilar, and generic APIs) which each project aims to support; - The analysis of how the project shall contribute to the objective of increasing critical medicines supply safety. |
E. COMPONENT E: GREEN, SMART MOBILITY
The component contributes to address the Country Specific Recommendation to focus investment-related economic policy on innovation, transport, notably on its sustainability, digital and energy infrastructure, healthcare and cleaner energy, taking into account regional disparities (Country Specific Recommendation 3 2019) and to focus investment on the green and digital transitions, in particular digital infrastructure, clean and efficient energy production and use and sustainable transport, which shall contribute to the gradual decarbonisation of the economy, including in coal regions (Country Specific Recommendation 3 2020).
It is expected that no measure in this component does significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measures and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the DNSH Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01). All investment projects financed under this component which require an environmental impact assessment (EIA) decision shall comply with Directive 2011/92/EU as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU. Specifically, all new projects that require an EIA shall be authorised under the Act on the provision of information on the environment and its protection, public participation in environmental protection and environmental impact assessments, as amended by the Act of 30 March 2021 amending that Act and certain other acts. Provisions of the ‘Guidelines on remedial actions for projects co-financed by EU Funds affected by the infringement 2016/2046’, as communicated to Poland on 23 February 2021 (ref. Ares(2021)1423319), shall be taken into account for the implementation of all investment projects for which an environmental decision or a construction or development permit was requested or issued before the entry into force of the Act of 30 March 2021.
E.1. Description of the reforms and investments for non-repayable financial support
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport
The objective of the reform shall be to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants from transport and to increase the share of alternative fuels, through a wide range of regulatory and non-regulatory measures deployed as part of a comprehensive, long-term transport decarbonisation strategy.
Firstly, this objective of the reform shall be achieved by setting up an obligation for regional and local public authorities to exclusively purchase low and zero-emission buses in cities above 100,000 inhabitants as of 2025. This reform shall be completed by 31 December 2022.
Secondly, the use of environmentally friendly transport shall be encouraged through a set of measures supporting local authorities to set up and implement Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (“SUMPs”). By 31 March 2023, an appropriately resourced administrative structure shall be set up to provide technical and financial support for the development of local SUMPs. Progress shall be monitored against a clearly defined target.
The third element of this reform shall consist of the introduction of a registration fee and ownership tax for emissions-related vehicles in line with the "polluter pays" principle by June 2026. The impact of this reform, in combination with other measures, on the take-up of clean vehicles shall be measured against a specific target for increasing the share of electric vehicles.
A specific target for the number of bus lines supported by the Public Bus Transport Fund shall also be set up to promote the availability of public transport.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy
The general objective of the investment shall be to contribute to the development of low- and zero-carbon economy by supporting industry for clean mobility and energy sectors. The specific objective of the investment shall be to increase the potential of selected sectors to develop zero- and low-carbon product solutions.
These objectives shall be pursued through the establishment of a dedicated financial instrument (Fund) for above-mentioned industrial projects. Supported products and technologies may notably include research and innovation processes, technology transfer and cooperation between enterprises focusing on the low carbon economy with focus on low and zero-emission innovative solutions in the field of sustainable mobility and zero-emission and low-emission energy sources. Beneficiaries shall primarily be SMEs and Mid-Caps. That fund, along with its investment strategy, shall be set up by 30 June 2022. The performance of the fund against its objectives shall be monitored through specific targets related to the production capacity of new zero-emission vehicles and the production and storage capacity of zero-emission/low-emission storage facilities annually produced as well as solutions for sustainable mobility and zero emission and low-emission energy sources (excluding Compressed Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas). In order to ensure that the measure complies with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01), the selection criteria of the financial instrument shall exclude the following list of activities: (i) activities related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 30 ; (ii) activities under the EU Emission Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 31 ; (iii) activities related to waste landfills, incinerators 32 and mechanical biological treatment plants 33 ; and (iv) activities where the long-term disposal of waste may cause harm to the environment. The terms of reference shall additionally require that only activities that comply with relevant EU and national environmental legislation may be selected.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
E1.1.2 Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses)
The investment aims at making public transport cleaner and increasing its attractiveness vis-à-vis private cars.
The investment shall consist of purchasing of 579 clean buses for inter-urban (zero- and low-emission) transport by 30 June 2026.
The vehicles purchased shall enable collective transport in extra-urban areas which have so far been excluded from transport. Different types of technologies are envisaged to power zero- and low-emission buses (electric batteries, classical hybrids and plug-in, for gas: including LNG, LPG, CNG and other types, all meeting the EURO VI standard).
This shall lead to the uptake of alternative fuels technologies to accelerate the deployment of alternative fuels in other transport areas. The action shall support vehicles meeting all required and up-to-date standards for units using a given type of fuel and propulsion.
E2.1 Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector
The upgrade of railways shall be carried out through a combination of reforms and investments. The reform shall aim at enhancing the resilience of railway operators and increasing the competitiveness and efficiency of railways sector in Poland’s transport sector.
This shall be achieved by establishing priorities for intermodal transport and improving the capacity to plan and deploy railway transportation projects. It shall also be achieved by enabling infrastructure managers to reduce fees for the infrastructure access and compensate infrastructure managers for the reductions of those charges. The reform shall reduce costs for transport operators and ensure that capacity is maintained during a period of reduced demand for services, ensure that rail transport remains competitive and avoids a decline in the sector’s share of transport during emergencies, epidemics or epidemic emergencies.
The reform shall be completed by 31 December 2022.
The viability of rail as compared to other transport modes shall also be enhanced by extending the road tolling system to an additional 1400 km of highways and expressways.
E2.1.1 Railways lines
The objective of this investment shall be to increase capacity and speed for both freight and passengers’ transport.
The investment shall consist of the modernisation of 478 km of railways lines, including 300 km with TEN-T standards by 30 June 2026. The corresponding financial agreements shall be signed by 31 December 2024.
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock
The investment shall aim at increasing the attractiveness and viability of railway transport.
It shall be achieved through the purchasing of rolling stock units for long-distance and regional use. Rolling stock shall be zero emission / electric and equipped with the European Rail Traffic Management System: 77 units for regional lines and 304 units (56 new locomotives and 248 modernized wagons) for long-distance lines (within Public Service Contracts). The investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026. The corresponding financial agreements shall be signed by 31 March 2024.
E2.1.3 Intermodal projects
The investment shall aim at supporting inter-modal transport through appropriate investment.
The investment shall consist of increasing the capacity of intermodal trans-shipment terminals, focusing on rail-road terminals, and rolling stock. The corresponding financial agreements shall be signed by 31 December 2024. The impact of the investment shall be measured against a target formulated in terms of the relative increase in the trans-shipment capacity of terminals supported under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
E2.2 Enhance transport safety
The reform shall aim at increasing transport safety, with a focus on the safety of vulnerable transport users.
The reform shall consist of a set of legislative changes introducing priority for pedestrians at crossings, uniform speed in built-up areas, and minimum distance between vehicles. These legislative changes were to enter into force by 31 December 2021. Progress of the reform shall be tracked against a road safety target on a relative decrease of fatalities and seriously injured people in line with EU and Member States’ goals on road safety.
E2.2.1 Transport safety investments
The investment shall aim at increasing road transport safety.
That investment shall consist in the modernisation of 305 dangerous road black/hotspots, 90km length of ring roads constructed to remove safety black/hotspots, and 128 automatic road surveillance devices.
The investments shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
E2.2.2 Digitalisation of transport
The measure shall aim at making railways and public transport more attractive and efficient through the introduction of digital solutions.
The measure shall include investments in:
·purchase and installation of 160 ERTMS on-board equipment;
·implementation of remote control on 35 rail traffic stations;
·modernisation of railway crossing systems in 45 locations;
·construction and renovation of local control centres and investments in traffic management;
to be completed by 30 June 2026 and the construction of SDIP (Dynamic Passenger Information System) and other systems in 55 locations by 31 March 2025.
E.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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E1G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law setting an obligation to exclusively purchase low and zero-emission buses in cities above 100,000 inhabitants as of 2025 |
Provision in a law indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2022 |
A law shall set an obligation to meet the threshold for low and zero emission buses in conducted tenders, in specific cases only the procurement of such types of vehicles shall be allowed. The law shall also impose a legal obligation on cities with more than 100 000 residents to award transport contracts only to entities using only zero-emission and low-emission buses (electric and hydrogen) as of 2025. |
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E2G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Measures to support the development of Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) and adoption of incentives for SUMPs' implementation providing technical and financial support to all functional urban areas by the Ministry of Infrastructure |
Provision indicating the entry into force |
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Q1 |
2023 |
Introducing measures to support development and implementation of Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs), Those measures shall include: -a new structure for SUMPs implementation support with a SUMP Steering Committee to stimulate the development and implementation of SUMPs. -a SUMP competence centre within the Ministry of Infrastructure, which shall provide advisory and financial support to local government units. -the Plenipotentiary for SUMP in the Ministry of Infrastructure. The new framework shall allow for the provision of adequate technical and financial support to entities interested in the preparation of the SUMPs and shall improve the activities undertaken in this area by the central administration. |
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E3G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing a registration fee for emissions-related vehicles in line with the "polluter pays" principle |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
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Q4 |
2024 |
A legal act shall introduce financial and fiscal measures stimulating demand for cleaner vehicles, including a higher registration fees for combustion vehicles, and enhancing measures on the accelerated depreciation of electric vehicles. The fee shall depend on CO2 and/or NOx emissions. Income from charges shall be used for the reduction of negative transport externalities and development of low-emission public transport in both urban and rural areas. |
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E4G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing an ownership tax for emissions-related vehicles in line with the "polluter pays" principle |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
Q2 |
2026 |
An ownership tax for combustion vehicles shall be introduced and shall be correlated with CO2 and NOx emission of a vehicle. Income from the tax shall be used for the reduction of transport negative externalities and development of low-emission public transport in both urban and rural areas. |
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E5G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
Cities with new SUMPs adopted |
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Number |
0 |
30 |
Q2 |
2025 |
The quantitative target refers to the number of cities which adopt a new SUMP in line with the SUMP concept in the new EU Urban Mobility Framework Communication of 2021. |
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E6G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
Bus lines supported by the Public Bus Transport Fund |
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Number |
0 |
4 500 |
Q4 |
2024 |
The target refers to the number of bus lines supported by Public Bus Transport Fund. The fund shall support public transport, which shall contribute to reducing individual transport and thus reducing the negative impact of transport on the environment. At the same time under call for proposals in the investment part, call for proposals shall be conducted for zero- and low-emission buses in line with DNSH . |
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E7G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
New zero-emission vehicles |
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% (Percentage) |
0 |
100 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The goal is to increase the share by at least 100% of new zero-emission vehicles in the market (cars/buses and heavy-duty vehicles). As of the end of 2020, the number of electric vehicles registered in Poland was 10 041. Assuming the above number, it means that at the end of Q2 2026 the number of electric vehicles shall be at least 20 082. |
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E8G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Milestone |
Establishment of a financial instrument (Fund) for zero/low-emission mobility and energy |
Approval and registration of the Fund, approval of the investment strategy by the Fund governing bodies |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Establishment of the financial instrument ("Fund") to support the low-emission economy in Poland, including related investment strategy/policy. The latter shall be adopted by the governing bodies of the Fund, be in line with Commission’s Guidance Note of 22 January 2021 related to financial instruments and including selection criteria to ensure compliance with the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01) of supported transactions under this measure through the use of sustainability proofing, an exclusion list, and the requirement of compliance with the relevant EU and national environmental legislation. In particular compliance of supported investments with Articles 6(3) and 12 of the Habitats Directive, and Article 5 of the Birds Directive shall be ensured and, where necessary, an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or screening shall be carried out, in accordance with the EIA Directive. The Fund shall provide financial instruments (equity or debt) support for investment projects related to research and innovation processes, technology transfer and cooperation between enterprises focusing on the low carbon economy, resilience and adaptation to climate change, with focus on low and zero-emission innovative solutions in the field of sustainable mobility and zero-emission/low-emission energy sources (excluding Compressed Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas), primarily implemented by SMEs and mid-caps. The management of the Fund shall be entrusted to a Fund manager selected via an open tender. The Fund Investment Committee shall be established and be responsible for approving projects of final recipients (investees) as proposed by the Fund manager based on market needs and in an open and market-conform way. The structure of the Fund shall enable to leverage private funds. The underlying legal acts shall ensure that any reflow (i.e. interests on the loan, return on equity, or principal repaid, minus associated costs) linked to these instruments shall be used for the same policy goals, including beyond 2026, or to repay the RRF loans. |
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E9G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Milestone |
Selection of financial intermediaries |
Decision by the Fund’s governing bodies |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Selection by the Fund manager of financial intermediaries that are entitled to deliver financial support from the Fund. The selection process shall follow an open and competitive procedure and lead to signature of contracts with the financial intermediaries, to support specific innovation and production capacity in zero-emission/low-emission mobility and energy sources (excluding Compressed Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas), open to all types of enterprises with focus on SMEs and mid-caps. The contractual agreements signed with financial intermediaries shall specify the project eligibility criteria ensuring compliance with DNSH and the alignment with the applicable climate and digital tagging criteria of Annex VI of the RRF Regulation. |
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E10G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
Production capacity of new zero-emission vehicles installed |
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Number |
0 |
83 768 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The target refers to the annual production capacity of new zero-emission vehicles due to the investments supported by the Fund. |
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E11G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
Production and storage capacity of zero-emission/low-emission storage and production of alternative fuels/energy |
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Number |
0 |
838 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The target refers to the production and installed storage capacity (batteries) (in MW) of zero-emission energy sources annually produced (excluding Compressed Natural Gas and Liquefied Natural Gas) due to the investments supported by the Fund. |
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E12G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
SMEs and mid-caps supported by the specific investments targeted by the Fund |
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Number |
0 |
126 |
Q4 |
2025 |
The target refers to the number of SMEs and mid-caps supported by the Fund and providing products and services for low-carbon/zero-emissions sustainable mobility and zero-emission energy. |
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E13G |
E1.1.2 Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses) |
Milestone |
Zero-emission and low-emission vehicles: selection of beneficiaries |
Contracts signed |
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Q3 |
2024 |
Contracts shall be signed with the selected beneficiary entities (local authorities or public service operators) for the new 579 zero-emissions and low-emissions buses. The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to all local authorities and public service operators, for zero and low-emission transport in non-urban areas. The criteria for selection of beneficiary entities shall in particular reflect the needs for clean public transport and impact on decrease of emissions (in particular for zero-emission urban transport) and congestion, support for excluded transport areas, projects supporting/ensuring transport integration (rail, urban, suburban). Balanced distribution of vehicles in the country shall be encouraged by open calls for proposals in which any eligible authority shall be able to submit an application. |
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E14G |
E1.1.2 Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses) |
Target |
New zero-emission and low-emission vehicles in operation |
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Number |
0 |
579 |
Q2 |
2026 |
New zero-emission and low-emission buses, as defined in the measure description,delivered under contracts financed by this investment for sub-urban/rural public transport. Procurement of buses shall be done via open and competitive tenders. The number of low-emission buses shall not exceed 363 units. |
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E15G |
E2.1 Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Rail Transport Act ensuring resilience of railway operators. Ministerial decision on establishing priorities for intermodal transport and on removals of bottlenecks to foster railways’ capacity |
Provision in the act amending the Rail Transport Act indicating its entry into force, and adoption of decision by Minister for Infrastructure on bottlenecks. |
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Q4 |
2022 |
A legislative act amending the Rail Transport Act shall enable infrastructure managers to reduce fees for the infrastructure access and compensate infrastructure managers for the reductions of charges. The development of intermodal transport shall be fostered via the following measures: planning, coordination of programmes, innovation, investments, leading to increased intermodal capacity, along with the establishment of an intermodal unit in the Ministry of Infrastructure. The network status shall be analysed with emphasis on bottlenecks and a Decision shall be taken by the Minister of Infrastructure on priorities for the removal of bottlenecks, leading to increase of railways capacity. |
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E16G |
E2.1 Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector |
Target |
Establishing tolling system on new roads |
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km |
0 |
1 400 |
Q4 |
2023 |
Length of new roads subject to tolling system, covering both highways and expressways. |
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E17G |
E2.1.1 Railways lines |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts following open and competitive tenders |
Contracts signed |
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Q4 |
2024 |
Signature of contracts for the upgrade of 478km of railways lines to TEN-T standards and electrification. Contractors of railway infrastructure modernisation shall be selected under the Public Procurement Law regime in a competitive model. Contracts shall concern main works on the lines. |
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E18G |
E2.1.1 Railways lines |
Target |
Modernisation of 478 km of railways lines, including 300 km with TEN-T standards |
|
Number |
0 |
478 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Completion of upgrading works on 478 km of railways lines adapting 300 km to TEN-T network requirements (of which 200 km on the TEN-T Core network), 180 km of lines shall be adapted for 250 km/h speed for passenger traffic, 245 km shall allow 100 km/h speed for freight traffic, 120 km of lines shall be electrified, 70 km shall be upgraded to 160km/h speed. |
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E19G |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts for passenger rolling stock |
Contracts signed |
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Q1 |
2024 |
Projects shall be selected under competitive and open call for proposals. After the call, the contracts with selected beneficiaries shall be signed for the delivery of 71 zero-emission / electric and ERTMS-equipped rolling stock units for regional railways passenger transport. Additional 304 electric rolling stock units (56 new locomotives and 248 modernized wagons) shall be subject to contracts signed with National Polish Railway Company PKP IC – operator of long-distance trains. |
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E19aG |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Target |
Electric and ERTMS-equipped rolling stock delivered for long-distance railways lines |
Number |
0 |
199 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Delivery of 16 new locomotives and 183 modernized wagons for long-distance lines. |
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E20G |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Target |
Electric and ERTMS-equipped rolling stock delivered for regional and long-distance railways lines |
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Number |
199 |
381 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of new rolling stock units for long-distance and regional traffic delivered. Rolling stock shall be zero emission / electric, compliant with the DNSH principles (e.g. zero-emission) and equipped with ERTMS: 77 units for regional lines and 304 units (56 new locomotives and 248 modernized wagons) for long-distance lines (within Public Service Contracts). The rolling stock shall be transferred to the competent authority or the next operator (at market price net of the aid) at the end of the public service contract. |
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E21G |
E2.1.3 Intermodal projects |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts for intermodal transport projects |
Contracts signed |
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Q4 |
2024 |
Projects shall be selected under competitive and open call for proposals. After the call, the contracts with selected beneficiaries shall be signed for support of 8 intermodal terminals and delivery of 200 units of rolling stock compliant with technical specifications and with the DNSH principles (e.g. silent brakes, zero-emission) and with Global System for Mobile Communications (for locomotives). |
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E22G |
E2.1.3 Intermodal projects |
Target |
Increase of transhipment capacity |
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% (Percentage) |
Baseline 9,1 mln TEU/y installed capacity (ref 2020) for all terminals in Poland |
5 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Increase of trans-shipment capacity of terminals supported under RRF by at least 5% vs baseline (2020). |
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E23G |
E2.2 Enhance transport safety |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal acts introducing: priority for pedestrians at crossings, uniform speed in built-up areas minimum distance between vehicles, road safety targets by 2030 (-50 % fatalities in accidents) |
Provisions in the legal acts indicating the entry into force |
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Q4 |
2021 |
The following legislative changes promoting road safety shall be introduced: priority of pedestrians on crossings, introducing homogenous speed limit in urban areas (50 km/h) and minimum distance between vehicles on motorways and expressways (half the speed in meters). The overall goal for road safety shall be established in the National Road Safety Programme aiming for a 50% reduction of fatalities in road accidents by 2030 vs 2019 in line with EU commitment. |
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E24G |
E2.2.1 Transport safety investments |
Target |
Completion of the construction of bypasses and removal of road safety black/hotspots |
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Number |
0 |
10 km, 125 black/hotspots |
Q4 |
2023 |
Completed investments in: 125 dangerous black/hotspots modernised, 10 km length of ring roads constructed to remove safety black/hotspots. |
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E25G |
E2.2.1 Transport safety investments |
Target |
Completion of the construction of bypasses, removal of road safety black/hotspots, and installation of automatic road surveillance devices |
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Number |
0 |
90 km, 305 black/hotspots, 128 devices |
Q2 |
2026 |
Completed investments in: 305 dangerous black/hotspots modernised, 90km length of ring roads constructed to remove safety black/hotspots, 128 new automatic surveillance devices installed. |
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E27G |
E2.2.2 Digitalisation of transport |
Target |
Installation of: Dynamic Passenger Information System (SDIP), control systems and level crossings in 55 areas |
|
Number |
0 |
SDIP: 10 locations, control: 15 locations, level crossings: 30 locations |
Q1 |
2025 |
Installation of Dynamic Passenger Information System (SDIP) in 10 locations for SDIP providing real-time information on railway traffic for passengers, 15 locations for automatic control allowing to manage particular railway areas from local traffic management centres, 30 level crossings concerning installation of automatic controlled safety devices (crossing gate, sound and light signalling systems). |
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E28G |
E2.2.2 Digitalisation of transport |
Target |
Installation of automatic control, level crossings, 160 ERTMS on-board units, and related entry into service |
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Number |
0 |
- 160 ERTMS on-board units; - 45 locations for level crossings; - 35 locations for automatic control |
Q2 |
2026 |
Completion of works related to: the installation of 160 ERTMS on-board-units (proposal shall be selected under competitive call for proposals), upgrade of 45 level crossings systems (including gates, sound and light safety systems), and introduction of automatic control of railway control points in 35 locations. |
E.3. Description of the reforms and investments for the loan
E1.2 Increase the share of zero and low-emission transport, prevent and reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment
The reform shall aim at lowering the environmental and health impact of transport.
The reform shall consist of setting an obligation to create low-emission transport zones in cities with more than 100 000 inhabitants, where specific thresholds of air pollution are exceeded. Local authorities shall have 9 months for introducing such zones from the moment the excess in pollution level shall be established by the Environmental Protection Inspectorate.
The reform shall enter into force by 30 June 2024, and relevant cities shall introduce low-emission zones by 31 March 2025.
E1.2.1 Zero-emission public transport in cities (trams)
The investment shall aim at increasing the clean public transport offer in cities.
Support shall be given as a matter of priority to areas where clean transport zones have been or are planned to be introduced.
The investment shall consist of purchasing 88 zero-emission railways rolling stock (trams) for public transport in cities. Delivery of trams shall be done by 30 June 2026.
E2.3 Enhance transport accessibility, security and digital solutions
The reform shall aim at increasing the accessibility of transport.
It shall consist of an accelerated implementation of Regulation 1371/2007 on rail passenger’s rights and on rolling stock adaptations to passengers with reduced mobility. The reform shall enter into force by 31 December 2022.
The reform shall also include relevant provisions to upgrade national, international and regional rolling stock with requirements for passengers with disabilities. The reform shall enter into force by 30 June 2024.
E.4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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E1L |
E1.2 Increase the share of zero and low-emission transport, prevent and reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing low-emission zones obligation for selected, most polluted cities |
Provision in the legal act indicating its entry into force |
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Q2 |
2024 |
The legal act shall set an obligation, as of Q1 2025, to create low-emission transport zones in cities with more than 100,000 inhabitants, where there is an excess of harmful substances vs EU air pollution thresholds, and extend the possibility of introducing them to all urban areas, regardless of the number of inhabitants. Only "low emission” passenger vehicles shall be allowed to enter the zones. Within 9 months from the date of receiving information about exceeding the air pollution concentration level, the cities shall create a clean transport zone in their area. The period of 9 months is to enable local authorities to prepare the area where the clean transport zone is to be located to the planned restrictions. |
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E2L |
E1.2 Increase the share of zero and low-emission transport, prevent and reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment |
Milestone |
Introduction of low-emission transport zones implemented by relevant municipal authorities |
Introduction of low-emission transport zones |
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Q1 |
2025 |
Low-emission transport zones shall be obligatory in cities with more 100,000 inhabitants where air quality thresholds are exceeded. The General Environmental Protection Inspectorate shall prepare air quality report on yearly basis by 30 April. The cities which exceed the limits on air quality - identified in the first report published after legislation shall enter into force - shall have 6 months to establish low-emission transport zones. |
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E3L |
E1.2.1 Zero-emission public transport in cities (trams) |
Milestone |
New trams: selection of beneficiaries |
Contracts signed with beneficiary entities |
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Q1 |
2025 |
Contracts signed with beneficiary entities (municipalities or public service operators) for the purchase and entry into service of 88 trams, following open and transparent competitive calls. The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to all local authorities and public service operators. The criteria for selection of beneficiary entities shall in particular reflect the needs for clean public transport and impact on decrease of emissions and congestion, maturity of the projects. Priority shall be given to areas where clean transport zones have been or are planned to be introduced. The funds shall be allocated in a fair and transparent manner consulted with the local governments and shall not be repaid by the final recipients or the local governments to the Polish government in any form. |
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E4L |
E1.2.1 Zero-emission public transport in cities (trams) |
Target |
Delivery of new trams for public urban transport |
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Number |
0 |
88 |
Q2 |
2026 |
The target refers to the number of new trams delivered. The procurement of trams shall be done via open and competitive tenders managed by the Ministry of Transport/beneficiary entities. The investment shall aim at increasing the clean public transport offer in cities. Support shall be given as a matter of priority to areas where clean transport zones have been or are planned to be introduced. The investment shall consist of delivering 88 zero-emission railways rolling stock (trams) for public transport in cities by 30 June 2026. |
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E5L |
E2.3 Enhance transport accessibility, security and digital solutions |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing improvements to passenger rights in the field of rolling stock requirements |
Provision in the legal acts indicating the entry into force |
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Q4 |
2022 |
Technical and functional standards for railway investments shall be introduced by a legal act in order to ensure adequate infrastructure solutions fulfilling needs of passengers with reduced mobility. For this purpose the legal act shall repeal the relevant national provisions for derogation from the regulation (EC) 1371/2007 on rail passengers’ rights and obligations. |
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E6L |
E2.3 Enhance transport accessibility, security and digital solutions |
Milestone |
Obligation to upgrade national, international and regional rolling stock with requirements for passengers with disabilities |
Provision in the legal act indicating the entry into force |
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Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the relevant provisions to adapt railways rolling stock to passengers’ rights requirements, adapting to Regulation 2021/782 art. 9 section 3 (where modernisation is justifiable and rational concerning expected exploitation life of the rolling stock) for regional, national and international rolling stock to be upgraded to passengers with disabilities and enhance passengers' rights.
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F. COMPONENT F: ‘IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF INSTITUTIONS AND THE CONDITIONS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE RRP’
Poland faces a number of long-standing challenges related to the investment climate, notably with regard to the Polish judicial system as well as decision- and law-making processes.
This component therefore primarily seeks to improve the investment climate and put in place the conditions for an effective implementation of the Polish Recovery and Resilience Plan. To that end, the reforms aim to: strengthen certain aspects of the independence and impartiality of courts; remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases with a view to their reinstatement following positive review proceedings by the new Chamber, to be conducted without delay; enhance the consultation of social partners in the law-making process; increase the use of impact assessments in the law-making process; reduce the use of fast-track procedures in the law-making process; ensure the proper consultation of social partners and stakeholders in the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, including through the creation of a Monitoring Committee and ensure the application of the Arachne risk-scoring tool in the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
The component contributes to addressing the Country Specific Recommendation to ‘[i]mprove the regulatory environment, in particular by strengthening the role of consultations of social partners and public consultations in the legislative process’ (Country Specific Recommendation 3 of 2019) and to ‘[e]nhance the investment climate, in particular by safeguarding judicial independence’ as well as ‘[e]nsure effective public consultations and involvement of social partners in the policy-making process’ (Country Specific Recommendation 4 of 2020).
F1 Justice system
The main aim of the reforms is to raise the standard of judicial protection and to improve the investment climate in Poland, as well as to support the internal control system referred to in Article 22 of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 of the European Parliament and of the Council, by strengthening the guarantees of independence and impartiality of courts.
The reform shall result in a strengthening of the independence and impartiality of courts and judges established by law in accordance with Article 19 of the TEU and the relevant EU acquis. In accordance with Article 24(3) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, any other reform shall be undertaken without weakening this result and negatively impacting the below elements.
F1.1 Reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts
The reform shall:
a)in all cases relating to the judges, including the disciplinary and waiver of judicial immunity, determine the scope of jurisdiction of the Supreme Court Chamber, other than the existing Disciplinary Chamber, meeting the requirements ensuing from Article 19 paragraph 1 of the TEU. This shall ensure that the above-mentioned cases shall be examined by an independent and impartial court established by law, while the discretionary power to designate the disciplinary tribunal with jurisdiction at first instance in cases concerning judges of ordinary courts shall be circumscribed,
b)clarify the scope of disciplinary liability of judges, by ensuring that the right of Polish courts to submit requests for preliminary rulings to the CJEU is not restricted. Such request shall not be grounds to initiate disciplinary proceedings against a judge,
c)while the judges may still be held liable for professional misconduct, including obvious and gross violations of the law, determine that the content of judicial decisions is not classified as a disciplinary offence,
d)ensure that initiation of the verification, within the court proceedings, whether a judge meets the requirements of being independent, impartial and ‘being established by law’, according to Article 19 of the TEU is possible for a competent court where a serious doubt arises on that point and that such verification is not classified as a disciplinary offence,
e)strengthen procedural guarantees and powers of parties in disciplinary proceedings concerning judges, through
(i) assuring that the disciplinary cases against judges of the ordinary courts are examined within a reasonable time,
(ii) making more precise regulations on territorial jurisdiction of the courts examining the disciplinary cases to ensure that the relevant court can be directly determined in accordance with the legislative act; and
(iii) ensuring that the appointment of a defence counsel in disciplinary proceedings concerning a judge is done within a reasonable timeframe, as well as providing time for substantive preparation of the defence counsel to perform their functions in the given proceedings. Simultaneously the court shall suspend the course of proceedings in case of a duly justified absence of the accused judge or his or her defence counsel.
The reform shall enter into force by the end of the second quarter of 2022.
F1.2 Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases
The reform shall ensure that judges affected by decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court have access to review proceedings of their cases. Such cases already decided by the Disciplinary Chamber shall be reviewed by a court that meets the requirements of Article 19 paragraph 1 of the TEU, in accordance with the rules to be adopted on the basis of the reform above. The legislative act shall set out that the first hearing of the court to adjudicate those cases shall take place within three months from receipt of the motion of the judge asking for a review, and that the cases shall be adjudicated within twelve months from receipt of such motion. The cases which are currently still pending before the Disciplinary Chamber shall be referred for further consideration to the court and in accordance with the rules determined within the above-mentioned proceedings.
The reform shall enter into force by the end of the second quarter of 2022.
Both reforms listed above with a completion date of Q2 2022 shall be fulfilled before the first payment request is submitted to the Commission and shall be a precondition for any payment under Article 24 of the RRF Regulation.
F2.1 Improving the process of law-making
The objective of the reform is the adoption of an amendment to the Rules of Procedure of the Sejm, the Senate and the Council of Ministers, which shall introduce a mandatory impact assessment and public consultation for draft laws proposed by deputies and senators. The reform shall also limit the use of fast-track procedures to well-specified and exceptional cases.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2022.
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP
In order to ensure the proper consultation of social partners and stakeholders in the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, the reform shall include the entry into force of a legislative act to create a Monitoring Committee consisting of stakeholders and social partners involved in the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan. The Monitoring Committee shall be tasked to supervise the effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan. The legislative act shall include a provision to make it a legal requirement to consult the Monitoring Committee during the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan. The reform shall also include adoption of the guidance establishing the rules for involvement of stakeholders and social partners in programming, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the RRP.
The reform shall also include putting in place a repository system in line with Article 22(2)(d) of Regulation (EU) No 2021/241 to allow for the collection, storage and monitoring of data on the milestones and targets, including at the level of final recipients. The data coming from this repository system shall feed into the Arachne system, which shall be used during audits and controls to prevent, detect and correct conflict of interest, fraud, corruption and double funding. This milestone shall be fulfilled before the first payment request is submitted to the Commission and shall be a precondition for any payment under Article 24 of the RRF Regulation.
Finally, the reform shall also include preparing a workload analysis for strengthening administrative capacity to coordinate and implement the Recovery and Resilience Plan. Based on this analysis, the government shall take a decision to allocate additional posts to the institutions coordinating and implementing the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
F.2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
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F1G |
F1.1 Reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts |
Provision in the legal act indicating the entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a reform, which shall: a)in all cases relating to the judges, including the disciplinary and waiver of judicial immunity, determine the scope of jurisdiction of the Supreme Court Chamber, other than the existing Disciplinary Chamber, meeting the requirements ensuing from Article 19 paragraph 1 of the TEU. This shall ensure that the above-mentioned cases shall be examined by an independent and impartial court established by law, while the discretionary power to designate the disciplinary tribunal with jurisdiction at first instance in cases concerning judges of ordinary courts shall be circumscribed, b)clarify the scope of disciplinary liability of judges, by ensuring that the right of Polish courts to submit requests for preliminary rulings to the CJEU is not restricted. Such request shall not be grounds to initiate disciplinary proceedings against a judge, c)while the judges may still be held liable for professional misconduct, including obvious and gross violations of the law, determine that the content of judicial decisions is not classified as a disciplinary offence, d)ensure that initiation of the verification, within the court proceedings, whether a judge meets the requirements of being independent, impartial and ‘being established by law’, according to Article 19 of the TEU is possible for a competent court where a serious doubt arises on that point and that such verification is not classified as a disciplinary offence, e)strengthen procedural guarantees and powers of parties in disciplinary proceedings concerning judges, through (I)assuring that the disciplinary cases against judges of the ordinary courts are examined within a reasonable time, (II)making more precise regulations on territorial jurisdiction of the courts examining the disciplinary cases to ensure that the relevant court can be directly determined in accordance with the legislative act; and (III)ensuring that the appointment of a defence counsel in disciplinary proceedings concerning a judge is done within a reasonable timeframe, as well as providing time for substantive preparation of the defence counsel to perform their functions in the given proceedings. Simultaneously, the court shall suspend the course of proceedings in case of a duly justified absence of the accused judge or his or her defence counsel. |
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F2G |
F1.2 Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Provision in the legal act indicating the entry into force |
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Q2 |
2022 |
Entry into force of a reform which shall ensure that judges affected by decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court have access to review proceedings of their cases. Such cases already decided by the Disciplinary Chamber shall be reviewed by a court that meets the requirements of Article 19 paragraph 1 of the TEU, in accordance with the rules to be adopted on the basis of Milestone F1G above. The legislative act shall set out that the first hearing of the court to adjudicate those cases shall take place within three months from receipt of the motion of the judge asking for a review, and that the cases shall be adjudicated within twelve months from receipt of such motion. The cases which are currently still pending before the Disciplinary Chamber shall be referred for further consideration to the court and in accordance with the rules determined within the above-mentioned proceedings. |
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F3G |
F1.2 Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Milestone |
Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Cases adjudicated |
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Q4 |
2023 |
All review cases launched in accordance with Milestone F2G shall be adjudicated, unless in duly justified exceptional circumstances. |
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F4G |
F2.1 Improving the process of law-making |
Milestone |
Entry into force of amendments of the Rules of Procedure of the Sejm, the Senate and the Council of Ministers to enhance the use of public consultations and impact assessments in the law-making process |
Provisions in the legal acts indicating the entry into force |
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Q3 |
2022 |
Entry into force of amendments to the Rules of the Procedure of the Sejm, the Senate and the Council of Ministers that shall: (i) introduce the mandatory impact assessment and public consultation for draft laws proposed by deputies and senators, in order to ensure a more structural involvement of stakeholders and experts in law-making; (ii) limit the use of fast-track procedures to well-specified and exceptional cases. |
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F5G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act that creates a monitoring committee and tasks it with the supervision of the effective implementation of the RRP |
Provision in the legal act indicating the entry into force |
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Q1 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, entry into force of a legal act which shall:
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F6G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Adoption of the Guidance by the Minister in charge of regional development establishing the rules for involvement of stakeholders and social partners in the implementation of the RRP |
Publication of the Guidance on the website of the Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy |
Q2 |
2022 |
Following a public consultation, adoption of the Guidance to ensure effective involvement of stakeholders and social partners in programming, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the RRP. The Guidance shall harmonise the measures to be taken by the institutions responsible for the implementation of reforms and investments under the RRP. The Guidance shall include mechanisms for the monitoring and evaluation of the involvement of stakeholders and social partners. |
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F7G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Ensuring an effective audit and control in the framework of the RRF implementation protecting the financial interests of the Union |
Audit report confirming the repository system functionalities |
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Q2 |
2022 |
A repository system for monitoring the implementation of the RRF shall be in place and operational. The system shall include, as a minimum, the following functionalities:
The access to this data shall be granted to all relevant national and European bodies for the purpose of audit and control. The data coming from this repository system shall feed into the Arachne system on a quarterly basis. The Arachne system shall be used during audits and controls to prevent and detect and correct conflict of interest, fraud, corruption and double funding. |
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F8G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Allocation of additional posts in the institutions involved in the implementation of the RRP |
A workload analysis prepared by the Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy and a government decision allocating additional posts adopted |
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Q2 |
2024 |
A workload analysis shall be carried out for the institutions involved in the implementation of Recovery and Resilience Plan. Following this analysis, a government decision to allocate additional posts to the institutions coordinating and implementing the Recovery and Resilience Plan shall be adopted. |
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G. COMPONENT G: ‘REPOWEREU’
The REPowerEU component aims to contribute to reducing reliance on fossil fuels in Poland and to further enabling the energy transition, by supporting the deployment of renewable energy sources and increasing the capacity of the electricity grids to integrate these energy sources. These aims are also enabled through steps to improve energy efficiency, including for homes. The component also aims to improve security of energy supply.
In this respect, the measures in the component aim at addressing the country-specific recommendations issued for Poland in the framework of the European Semester in 2022 and 2023. In particular, the envisaged measures help accelerate the clean energy transition, notably by streamlining permitting procedures to deploy renewable energy faster, by expanding and upgrading grids to allow the new-built renewable capacities, by supporting electricity storage facilities, and by incentivising investments in the transmission and distribution networks in the rural areas to increase capacity for connecting new renewable energy sources to the grid, and by supporting the development of offshore wind farms. It also helps to remove barriers to development of local renewable energy communities and support their deployment. This contributes to effectively addressing recommendations to accelerate the phase-out of fossil fuels and the deployment of renewable energy, reform of the legal framework for grid connection permitting and for renewable energy sources, including energy communities, biomethane and renewable hydrogen (CSR 6.1-6.2 in 2022, CSR 4.1-4.2 in 2023). To implement recommendations to promote sustainable public transport modes (CSR 4.4 in 2023) and the uptake of electric vehicles (CSR 6.4 in 2022), the component includes measures for decarbonising the transport sector, notably by replacing polluting urban public transport vehicles with zero-emissions vehicles and through the adoption of an action plan for green transport in line with EU climate objectives. Furthermore, the component includes measures to support integrated home renovation services and phase out fossil fuels in home heating, in line with the recommendations to promote energy savings, scale up investment in energy efficiency for buildings and decarbonise the heat supply in district heating to address energy poverty (CSR 6.3. 2022 and CSR 4.3. 2023). The component also aims at updating the sectorial qualification frameworks for green transition, as encouraged in the recommendations to step up policy efforts aimed at the provision and acquisition of skills and competences needed for the green transition (CSR 4.5 2023). Finally, a targeted investment concerning gas infrastructure aims to address the immediate security of supply needs for Poland in a proportionate and targeted manner. The Energy Support Fund aims to mobilise private investment and improve access to finance in the crucial sectors for energy transition. This helps addressing the recommendations to expand public investment for digital transition and for energy security, including by making use of the RRF, REPowerEU and other EU funds. (CSR 1.2 in 2022 and CSR 1.3 in 2023).
Most measures in the component have a cross-border or multi-country dimension. Indeed, several measures secure energy supply in the Union as a whole, notably the reforms aiming to facilitate the deployment of renewable energy sources, including by energy communities, and the connection of such energy sources to the electricity grid. In addition, the component includes investments that aim at benefitting renewable energy projects and improving the integration of renewable energy into the grid. Other reforms and investments contribute to increasing the pace of renovation of buildings and improving energy efficiency, thereby reducing dependency on fossil fuels and reducing energy demand. These measures represent also a contribution to the broader energy and climate action at EU level.
It is expected that no measure in this component does significant harm to environmental objectives within the meaning of Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2020/852, taking into account the description of the measures and the mitigating steps set out in the recovery and resilience plan in accordance with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) Technical Guidance (C(2023) 6454 final), whereas the principle of “do no significant harm” does not apply to measure G3.2.1. “Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security”, in accordance with Article 21c(6) pf Regulation (EU) 2021/241..
G1. Description of the reforms and investments for non-repayable financial support
Sub-component G1.1 – Stimulating investments in renewable energy sources
The subcomponent aims at encouraging the development of renewable installations operated by energy communities, notably by improving the framework to incentivise accelerated deployment of such communities. Also, this subcomponent includes measures supporting electricity storage to integrate renewable energy sources into the grid, and measures strengthening the administrative and organisational capacity of the institutions involved in the implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments and in the processes for renewable energy projects.
G1.1.1 Encouraging the development of local energy communities
The objective of the reform is to improve the regulatory environment for energy communities in Poland and to improve the role of citizens, business and local authorities in the country’s energy transition.
The reform shall consist of performing an analysis to identify regulatory and administrative bottlenecks for the development of energy communities. In particular, the analysis shall include a policy gap assessment between national and EU regulatory framework, as well as identify barriers hindering the development of these communities and originating from (i) the definition of energy communities, (ii) the administrative procedures for establishing and operating energy communities and (iii) the duties, practices and roles of system operators. The analysis shall also develop policy recommendations with the aim of establishing an enabling, simple and comprehensive framework for energy communities.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2024.
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities, including a scaled-up part
The objective of this investment is to incentivise the development of local renewable energy sources implemented by energy communities, including energy clusters, energy cooperatives and other energy communities resulting from the implementation of Directive (EU) 2018/2001 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources (RED II), with a particular focus on the role of local government (in particular municipalities and associations of municipalities) forming such local energy communities.
The pre-investment support programme shall consist in developing a legal and organisational format and business model for launching or developing an energy community, and in preparing the necessary analyses and documentation for the investment. This programme shall support, inter alia, local energy market development strategies; analyses of local energy demand and supply; inventories of local energy resources (infrastructures) and their potential (such as capacity to provide energy connections); feasibility studies, business plans, due diligence documents; technical documentation and construction projects.
As part of the investment support, the financing shall cover, inter alia, new technologies targeting renewable electricity production; complementary infrastructure for technologies other than electricity; associated renewable energy infrastructure (such as network components and meters); energy storage facilities and IT software for energy community management and energy optimisation. Support from the investment programme shall be awarded on the basis of an open and competitive call for proposals which shall allow for the participation of the energy communities involved in the pre-investment phase.
The scaled-up part of the investment shall consist in providing financial pre-investment support to an additional 61 energy communities and investment support to an additional 10 energy communities.
The implementation of the pre-investment support shall be completed by 31 March 2025 and that of the investment support shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
G1.1.3 Energy storage systems (non-repayable support)
The objective of this investment is to ensure continuity of electricity supply to customers and increase efficiency of the use of RES sources through investments in technologies to facilitate electricity balancing in the electricity system.
·The investment shall consist of the implementation of the deployment of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) for the storage of surplus energy in the electricity system. This storage system aims to contribute to the technical balancing of renewable energy sources.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments
The objective of this investment is to strengthen the administrative and organisational capacity of key public institutions involved in the implementation of the REPowerEU reforms and investments. It also aims at supporting regulatory, analytical and educational measures on the energy system in Poland, including improving the administrative capacities for permitting procedures for renewable energy sources and electricity networks and/or to the digitalisation of the grid development and of the process for connection to electricity networks.
The investment shall provide administrative capacity support to the central and local administrations and NGOs.
The support shall include increasing the number of staff working on the implementation of the RepowerEU. At least 106 new full-time equivalent people shall be dedicated in the central administration to implement the REPowerEU reforms and investments including the digitalisation of permitting procedures for renewable energy sources and electricity networks and the digitalisation of the grid development and of the process for connection to electricity networks. The investment shall also include support for NGOs working on the green transition and entrusted to carry out capacity building projects including trainings, advisory and research activities, as well as social campaigns.
The investment shall also include the completion and entry into application of an IT tool for the Energy Regulatory Office for the application of the new regulatory model referred to in measure G1.2.1.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
Sub-component G1.2 – Overhauling the electricity grids to accelerate the integration of renewable energy sources
The subcomponent aims at putting in place the appropriate tools and upgrades for the accelerated development of new installations producing electricity from renewable sources. This means removing barriers for connection to grids as well as building new infrastructure and upgrading the existing grids to bring renewable energy from where it is generated to where it is used.
G1.2.1 Regulatory solutions for accelerated integration of renewables into distribution grids
The objective of this reform is to improve the Energy Regulatory Office’s capacity to assess Distribution System Operators’ grid development plans and shape tariffs to enable adequate tariff-financing of efficient and targeted investments in the development of distribution grids with a view to reducing barriers to RES development.
The reform shall consist of the adoption of a new regulatory model by the national energy regulator, the Energy Regulatory Office. The new regulatory model shall enable the national energy regulator to more accurately identify and assess investment needs related to the development of distribution grids in the context of the rapid growth of renewables and to reflect them in distribution grid tariffs.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 March 2025.
G1.2.2 Removing barriers to the integration of renewable energy sources into electricity networks
The objective of this reform is to accelerate the deployment of new renewable energy sources, by removing barriers to their integration into electricity transmission and distribution networks.
The reform aims, firstly, to establish a legal framework for the connection of multiple renewable energy sources to a single connection point (cable pooling). The new rules shall allow renewable energy generators who enter into an agreement, under the conditions laid down in the Energy Law, to share a connection, i.e. use the same connection capacity at one connection point, while retaining the possibility to conclude contracts for the sale of the energy produced. In addition to that, the Renewable Energy Sources Act shall be amended. The amendments shall allow entities benefiting from support schemes for renewable energy sources to share their connection capacity with other installations connected at the same connection point without losing the right to support provided for in that Act. Among the installations sharing a single connection point only one shall be able to benefit from a support scheme.
Secondly, the reform aims at making the reservation of capacity and the connection of renewable energy sources to electricity networks more efficient. The reform shall take the form of legislative and, where relevant, non-legislative acts with regard to the rules related to the connection of installations to electricity networks, in order to increase the transparency and the predictability of the connection process.
The implementation of this element of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure, including a scaled-up part
The objective of this investment is to extend, modernise and digitalise the transmission networks in several regions, including the extension of connections between northern and southern parts of the country, facilitating the integration of renewables into the electricity system.
The investment shall consist of the development of 400 kV and 220kV transmission lines along with the construction or modernisation of relevant stations. The investment shall introduce the new Central Energy Market Information System (CSIRE) with a power quality analyser system further supporting the digitalisation of the electricity infrastructure. Finally, three new, upgraded or expanded ICT systems for data processing and system management shall be developed, supporting the operations of transmission networks and data centres.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
G1.2.4 Construction or modernisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas to enable the connection of new renewable energy sources
The objective of this investment is to support the construction, modernisation, and digitalisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas, with a view to enabling the connection of new renewable energy sources in these areas.
The investment shall consist in the construction or modernisation of 880 km of distribution networks, including the necessary stations and integrating smart grid functionalities. The Polish authorities shall first identify the projects making up the constructed or modernised networks.
The implementation of this measure shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
Sub-component G1.3 – Developing sustainable transport
The subcomponent aims at supporting sustainable transport with a view to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in Poland. The subcomponent includes in particular measures for purchasing new electric buses as well as an action plan for a sustainable transformation of the transport sector.
G1.3.1 Supporting sustainable transport
The objective of the reform is to contribute to reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants from transport.
This objective shall be achieved through the preparation of an action plan for sustainable transport in Poland, underpinned by an analysis of measures already included in existing strategic documents at national level. The action plan shall identify the priority reforms and investments needed for a sustainable transformation of the Polish transport sector in line with EU climate goals.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 September 2025.
G1.3.2 Zero-emission collective transport (buses)
The investment aims at making public transport cleaner and increase its attractiveness in urban areas.
The investment shall consist of purchasing 1159 zero-emission (electric) buses for urban transport.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
G2. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for non-repayable financial support
Sub-component G1.1 – Stimulating investments in renewable energy sources
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Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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G1G |
G1.1.1 Encouraging the development of local energy communities |
Milestone |
Analysis on the barriers to develop energy communities and energy co-operatives identified in the course of the pre-investment support programme |
Publication of analysis |
Q3 |
2024 |
Publication of an analysis of the legal, organisational and administrative barriers to develop energy communities, building on experiences from the pre-investment support. The analysis shall identify major bottlenecks for energy communities’ development and propose a set of policy recommendations, with a view to introducing legal amendments that harmonize their legal framework and simplify and accelerate their deployment. |
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G2G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities |
Milestone |
Call for the investment support programme |
Launch of call for proposals for energy communities interested on receiving support under the investment part |
Q4 |
2023 |
An open, transparent and competitive call for proposals available to energy co-operatives, energy communities and energy clusters shall be launched with the aim of allocating support to different types of recipients in a balanced manner. The eligibility criteria contained in the terms of reference shall ensure investments’ compliance with the do no significant harm principle, as set out in the DNSH Technical Guidance (C(2023) 6454 final). |
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G3G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities |
Target |
Entities supported within the pre-investment part |
Number |
0 |
200 |
Q1 |
2025 |
Number of grant agreements signed with recipients who shall be selected via open, competitive and transparent call for proposals aimed at allocating support to different types of recipients in a balanced manner. The allocation of projects to the recipient entities shall ensure a balanced distribution between entities across the country, considering population and geographical coverage. Support shall be provided to energy co-operatives established under the Act on Renewable Energy Sources and energy communities established under the Energy Law and to entities legally capable of establishing such co-operatives and communities, such as municipalities, as well as to energy clusters. |
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G4G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities |
Target |
Entities supported within the investment part |
Number |
0 |
10 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Number of grant agreements signed with recipients in line with the call in milestone G2G. |
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G5G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities |
Target |
Entities supported within the investment part |
Number |
10 |
20 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of grant agreements signed with recipients in line with the call in milestone G2G. |
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G6G |
G1.1.3 Energy storage systems (non-repayable support) |
Milestone |
Deployment of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) |
Entry into operation of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) |
Q2 |
2026 |
Entry into operation of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 0.9 GWhand operating time between 4h and 5h. These new storage capacities shall be fully integrated in the electricity network. |
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G7G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Increase in the administrative capacity to implement REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Number |
0 |
106 |
Q4 |
2024 |
At least 106 new full-time equivalent people shall be dedicated in the central administration to implement the REPowerEU reforms and investments including the digitalisation of permitting procedures for renewable energy sources and electricity networks and/or to the digitalisation of the grid development and of the process for connection to electricity networks. |
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G8G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPpowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Capacity building projects, supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments, for central and local administration |
Number |
0 |
107 |
Q2 |
2025 |
At least 107 entities carrying out the capacity building projects supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments shall be supported. The entities shall complete projects such as training, study visits, IT tools, analyses and studies and external expert assistance for central and local administration.
At least 100 projects completed by the entities shall focus on permitting procedures for the deployment of renewable energy sources and distribution grids. |
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G9G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Capacity building projects supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments carried out by the NGOs |
Number |
0 |
10 |
Q4 |
2025 |
At least 10 capacity building projects, supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments shall be completed by the NGOs working in the field of green and energy transition. The projects shall support trainings, advisory and research activities as well as social campaigns.
At least two projects shall focus on capacity building for permitting procedures for the deployment of renewable energy sources and distribution grids. |
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G10G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Milestone |
Publication of technical specification of the IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model by the Energy Regulatory Office |
Publicationof the technical specification |
Q1 |
2025 |
The Energy Regulatory Office shall draw up and publish the technical specification of the IT tool for the Office for the application of the new regulatory model. The IT tool shall assist the assessment and monitoring of distribution system operators’ (DSOs’) grid development plans and their implementation, and the registration of renewable energy sources (RES). The tool shall provide the following functionalities: -collecting and analysis of information on the functioning of grids and grid development plans and grid connection requests; -supporting assessment of the effectiveness of grid construction and modernisation expenditure; -monitoring the progress of RES integration in distribution grids by analysing the development plans of DSOs, including grid development directions and planned connections; -identifying areas with the highest rates of connection refusals; -supporting the full business process of registering RES generators; -interactive map of RES installations integrated with the Geographic Information System. |
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G11G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Milestone |
Deployment of an IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model by the Energy Regulatory Office |
The new IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model shall be operational and in use by the Energy Regulatory Office |
Q2 |
2026 |
The Energy Regulatory Office shall put into operation the IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model. |
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Sub-component G1.2 – Overhauling the electricity grids to accelerate the integration of renewable energy sources
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G12G |
G1.2.1 Regulatory solutions for accelerated integration of renewables into distribution grids |
Milestone |
Adoption of the new regulatory model by the President of the Energy Regulatory Office |
Publication of an announcement of the President of the Energy Regulatory Office introducing the new regulatory model for Distribution System Operators |
Q4 |
2024 |
The President of the Energy Regulatory Office shall publish an announcement laying down the new binding regulatory model for distribution system operators |
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G13G |
G1.2.2 Removing barriers to the integration of renewable energy sources into electricity networks |
Milestone |
Entry into force the legal framework enabling cable pooling |
Provision in the amending act indicating its entry into force |
Q4 |
2023 |
Amendments to the Act on Renewable Energy Sources and the Energy Law enabling multiple renewable energy sources to be connected to the electricity grid at a single connection point. |
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G14G |
G1.2.2 Removing barriers to the integration of renewable energy sources into electricity networks |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legislative and, where relevant, non-legislative acts increasing the transparency of the connection process to electricity networks and facilitating this process |
Provisions in legislative and, where relevant, non-legislative acts indicating their entry into force |
Q4 |
2025 |
Legislative and, where relevant, non-legislative acts increasing the transparency and the predictability of the connection process to electricity networks and facilitating this process shall enter into force. The act(s) shall set new or amend existing rules related to this connection process, covering the transmission system and distribution system operators, including: a)The establishment of a single rulebook describing procedures and timelines, as well as the criteria used in assessing connection requests and connection decision; b)The online availability for the public of the following: (i) regularly updated information on available network connection capacities; (ii) information on rejected connection requests including the reasoning for the rejection and (iii) the single rulebook; c)Making the submission of connection requests and the handling of the request fully electronic. |
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G15G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
Number |
0 |
70 |
Q4 |
2024 |
Number of kilometres of newly built or modernised sections of power transmission network projects (400kV). The length of each section shall be calculated only once (regardless of whether it is a single or double-circuit line). |
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G16G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
Number |
70 |
190 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Number of kilometres of newly built or modernised sections of power transmission network projects (400kV). The length of each section shall be calculated only once (regardless of whether it is a single or double-circuit line). |
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G17G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
Number |
190 |
320 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of kilometres of newly built or modernised sections of power transmission network projects (400kV). The length of each section shall be calculated only once (regardless of whether it is a single or double-circuit line). |
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G18G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Milestone |
Grant agreements between the Transmission System Operator (TSO) and the authorities on the implementation and support for transmission networks |
Signed grant agreements |
Q4 |
2024 |
Signature of grant agreements for projects on the construction or modernisation of sections of power transmission network (220kV), representing 50 km of sections and 5 stations related to these sections. Projects supported through the grant agreements shall incorporate smart grid functionalities to contribute to the development of renewable energy sources. |
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G19G |
G1.2.3. Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
Number |
0 |
50 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of kilometres of newly built or modernised sections of power transmission network projects (220kV). The length of each section shall be calculated only once (regardless of whether it is a single or double-circuit line). |
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G20G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Extended or upgraded power stations within the transmission network |
Number |
0 |
5 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of extended or upgraded stations of the power transmission network that shall accelerate the integration of new renewable energy capacities. |
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G21G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Milestone |
Implementation of the data hub on the electricity market (OIRE/CSIRE) |
Entry into operation |
Q3 |
2025 |
Entry into operation of one data hub and installation of a power quality analyser on the electricity market (OIRE/CSIRE). |
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G22G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Deployment of ICT systems in the transmission network (number of solutions) |
Number |
0 |
3 |
Q2 |
2025 |
Entry into operation of at least three new, upgraded or expanded information systems digitalising the transmission network. |
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G23G |
G1.2.4 Construction or modernisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas to enable the connection of new renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Identification and definition of projects |
Internal approval of a finalised analysis document identifying and setting out projects |
Q4 |
2024 |
Projects, located in rural areas, to improve the distribution networks shall be identified and set out in a finalised analysis document internally approved by the relevant Polish authority. This document shall also indicate, for each project, its funding source, which shall not include other EU sources. Together, the identified projects shall lead to the construction or modernisation of at least 880 km of distribution networks (irrespective of voltage), including the construction or modernisation of necessary related stations (irrespective of type of station). The identified projects shall, jointly and/or through specific identified projects, comprise the necessary actions to enable that at least the 880 km of newly constructed or modernised distribution networks shall integrate smart grid functionalities, by including equipments and installations enabling two way digital communication, realtime or close to real-time, interactive and intelligent monitoring and management of electricity generation, transmission, distribution and consumption within an electricity network, and in a manner contributing to the development of renewable energy sources. |
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G24G |
G1.2.4 Construction or modernisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas to enable the connection of new renewable energy sources |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised lines in distribution networks (km) |
Number |
0 |
880 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Number of kilometres of newly constructed or modernised distribution networks, along with the related stations and integrating smart grid functionalities, corresponding to or meeting the requirements for the identified projects indicated in milestone G26G. |
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Sub-component G1.3 – Developing sustainable transport
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G25G |
G1.3.1 Supporting sustainable transport |
Milestone |
Action plan for sustainable transport in Poland |
Publication by the ministry responsible for transport |
Q3 |
2025 |
An action plan for sustainable transport in Poland shall be prepared and published by the ministry responsible for transport. It shall be accompanied by an analysis of measures already included in existing strategic documents on national level. The action plan shall identify the priority reforms and investments needed for a sustainable transformation of the Polish transport sector in line with EU climate goals. |
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G26G |
G1.3.2 Zero-emission collective transport (buses) |
Milestone |
Zero-emission vehicles for urban transport: selection of beneficiaries |
Contracts signed |
Q3 |
2024 |
Contracts shall be signed with the selected beneficiary entities (local authorities or public service operators) for 1159 new zero-emission buses.
The beneficiary entities shall be selected via transparent and competitive calls open to all local authorities and public service operators, for zero-emission transport in urban areas. Only electric buses shall be supported. |
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G27G |
G1.3.2 Zero-emission collective transport (buses) |
Target |
New zero-emission vehicles in operation |
Number |
0 |
1159 |
Q2 |
2026 |
New zero-emission buses delivered under contracts financed by this investment for public urban transport. Procurement of buses shall be done via open and competitive tenders. Only electric buses shall be purchased. |
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G3. Description of the reforms and investments for the loan
Sub-component G3.1 – Improving renewable energy deployment, green skills, and energy efficiency
The subcomponent aims at streamlining permitting procedures to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy, at accelerating the pace of energy efficiency renovations, and at encouraging the requalification of the workforce towards green skills. It is also expected to incentivise private investment and improve access to finance in the energy sector, including offshore wind.
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting for renewable energy sources
The objective of this reform is to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy sources by streamlining the permitting procedures and enabling a total installed capacity of 30 GW of photovoltaic and onshore wind installation in Poland.
The first part shall consist of the mapping of renewable energy potential for photovoltaic and onshore wind installations. The resulting resources map shall be made publicly available with a view to facilitating the planning and permitting procedures for such installations.
The second part shall involve the designation of renewable acceleration areas for photovoltaic and onshore wind installations.
The third part of the reform shall consist of the establishment of a single digital framework platform for renewables permitting.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
The target of 30 GW of photovoltaic and onshore wind installations in Poland shall be achieved by 30 June 2026.
G3.1.2. Skills for the green transition
The objective of the reform is to amend the sectoral qualification frameworks in the most critical green transformation sectors, to accommodate the growing demand for green jobs in the labour market in order to achieve the European Green Deal objectives and climate neutrality by 2050.
The reform shall consist in amending the existing sectoral qualification frameworks for construction, water management and waste management by incorporating qualifications to ensure the necessary skills are acquired in these sectors. Furthermore, a sectoral qualification framework for energy shall be amended to reflect qualifications for renewable energy sources. These qualification frameworks shall be drawn up in cooperation with relevant stakeholders, including Sector Competence Councils.
The abovementioned sectoral qualification frameworks shall be incorporated into the integrated qualifications system by means of regulations.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2025.
G3.1.3. Boosting energy efficiency and accelerating phase out of fossil fuels in home heating
The objective of the reform is to reduce the dependence on, and consumption of, fossil fuels by accelerating home renovations and the phase out of fossil fuels in heating while reducing energy poverty.
The reform shall consist of the update to an existing priority programme or adoption of a new priority programme to support integrated home renovation services. The reform shall build on the experience of the pilot implementation of ‘home renovation operators’ and shall offer support to home renovation operators throughout Poland.
The implementation of the reform shall be completed by 31 December 2024.
G3.1.4. Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund)
This measure shall consist of a public investment in a Facility, the Energy Support Fund, in order to incentivize private investment and improve access to finance in the sectors of the Polish economy directly bearing the costs of the energy transition. The Facility shall operate by providing loans to the private sector and households, as well as to public sector entities engaged in similar activities. Any investment supported by the Facility shall be in line with the relevant REPowerEU objectives set out in Article 21c(3) of the RRF Regulation, with the exception of article Article 21c(3) point (a). On the basis of the RRF investment, the Facility aims at initially providing at least EUR 17 068 511 631 of financing.
The Facility shall be managed by Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), as the implementing partner.
The Facility shall include the following product lines:
·BGK direct financing: this line shall provide direct loans to final beneficiaries to finance green projects. The loans shall be provided directly by BGK and each project co-financed by a third-party private investor(s) or a public sector entity(-ies) engaged in similar activities.
In order to implement the investment into the Facility, Poland and BGK shall sign an Implementing Agreement that shall include the following content:
1.Description of the decision-making process of the Facility: The final investment decision of the Facility shall be taken by an investment committee or other relevant equivalent governing body and approved by a majority of votes from members who are independent from the government.
2.Key requirements of the associated investment policy, which shall include:
a.The description of the financial products and eligible final beneficiaries.
b.The requirement that all investments supported are economically viable.
c.The requirement to comply with the ‘Do no significant harm’ principle as set out in the DNSH Technical Guidance (C(2023) 6454 final). In particular:
I.The investment policy shall exclude the following list of activities and assets from eligibility: (i) activities and assets related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 34 , (ii) activities and assets under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 35 , (iii) activities and assets related to waste landfills, incinerators 36 and mechanical biological treatment plants 37 and (iv) activities and assets related to mining.
II.The investment policy shall only support renewable hydrogen as per the relevant delegated acts under Directive (EU) 2018/2001 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2018.
III.The investment policy shall only support the production, transmission, distribution and storage of sustainable biomethane in line with the sustainability and greenhouse gas emissions savings criteria from Articles from 29 to 31 and the rules on food and feed-based biofuels set out in Article 26 of the revised Renewable Energy Directive 2018/2001/EU, and related implementing and delegated acts. For investments into the transmission and distribution of sustainable biomethane, compliance in the investment policy with the concept of ‘smart gas grid’ as defined under the proposal for a revised TEN-E regulation (COM(2020) 824 final) shall be guaranteed and provisions ensuring methane and biomethane leakage detection and prevention standards shall be introduced as an integral part of the security requirements.
IV.The investment policy shall only support energy efficiency renovation of buildings that achieve at least 30% primary energy savings.
V.Furthermore, the investment policy shall require compliance with the relevant EU and national environmental legislation of the final beneficiaries of the Facility.
d.The requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility shall not receive support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost.
3.The amount covered by the Implementing Agreement, the fee structure for the Implementing Partner and the requirement to reinvest any reflows according to the investment policy of the Facility, unless they are used to service loan repayments of the Recovery and Resilience Facility.
4.Monitoring, audit, and control requirements, including:
1.The description of the implementing partner’s monitoring system to report on the investment mobilized.
2.The description of the implementing partner’s procedures that will ensure the prevention, detection and correction of fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interests.
3.The obligation to verify the eligibility of every operation in accordance with the requirements laid out in the Implementing Agreement before committing to finance an operation.
4.The obligation of carrying out risk-based ex-post audits in accordance with an audit plan of BGK. These audits shall verify i) that the control systems are effective, including the detection of fraud, corruption, and conflict of interests; ii) compliance with the DNSH principle, the State Aid rules, the climate target requirements; and iii) that the requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility have not received support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost is respected. The audits shall also verify the legality of the transactions and that the conditions of the applicable Implementing Agreement and Funding Agreements are being respected.
5.Requirements for climate investments carried out by the implementing partner: at least EUR 9 087 361 627 of the RRF investment into the Facility shall contribute to the climate change objectives in accordance with Annex VI to the RRF Regulation 38 .
The implementation of the measure shall be completed by 31 August 2026.
G3.1.5. Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund)
This measure shall consist of a public investment in a Facility, the Offshore Wind Energy Fund, in order to incentivize private investment and improve access to finance in Poland's offshore wind energy sector, with the financing agreements concluded between the Facility and the final beneficiaries aiming at an installed offshore wind capacity of at least 3 GW generated by at least 2 projects. The Facility shall operate by providing loans directly to the private sector, as well as to public sector entities engaged in similar activities. On the basis of the RRF investment, the Facility aims at initially providing at least EUR 4 785 000 000 of financing.
The Facility shall be managed by Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), as the implementing partner.
The Facility shall include the following product line:
·BGK direct financing: this line shall provide direct loans to private companies producing or intending to produce electricity from offshore wind energy in an offshore wind farms, as well as to public sector entities engaged in similar activities. The loans shall be provided directly by BGK and each project co-financed by a third-party private and/or public investor(s).
In order to implement the investment into the Facility, Poland and BGK shall sign an Implementing Agreement that shall include the following content:
1.Description of the decision-making process of the Facility: The final investment decision of the Facility shall be taken by an investment committee or other relevant equivalent governing body and approved by a majority of votes from members who are independent from the government.
2.Key requirements of the associated investment policy, which shall include:
1.The description of the financial product and eligible final beneficiaries.
2.The requirement that all investments supported are economically viable.
3.The requirement to comply with the ‘Do no significant harm’ principle as set out in the DNSH Technical Guidance (C(2023) 6454 final). In particular, the investment policy shall exclude the following list of activities and assets from eligibility: (i) activities and assets related to fossil fuels, including downstream use 39 , (ii) activities and assets under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) achieving projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not lower than the relevant benchmarks 40 , (iii) activities and assets related to waste landfills, incinerators 41 and mechanical biological treatment plants 42 .
4.The requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility shall not receive support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost.
3.The amount covered by the Implementing Agreement, the fee structure for the Implementing Partner and the requirement to reinvest any reflows according to the investment policy of the Facility unless they are used to service loan repayments of the Recovery and Resilience Facility.
4.Monitoring, audit, and control requirements, including:
1.The description of the implementing partner’s monitoring system to report on the investment mobilized.
2.The description of the implementing partner’s procedures that will ensure the prevention, detection and correction of fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interests.
3.The obligation to verify the eligibility of every operation in accordance with the requirements laid out in the Implementing Agreement before committing to finance an operation.
4.The obligation of carrying out risk-based ex-post audits in accordance with an audit plan of BGK. These audits shall verify i) that the control systems are effective, including the detection of fraud, corruption, and conflict of interests; ii) compliance with the DNSH principle, the State Aid rules, the climate target requirements; and iii) that the requirement that final beneficiaries of the Facility have not received support from other Union instruments to cover the same cost is respected. The audits shall also verify the legality of the transactions and that the conditions of the applicable Implementing Agreement are being respected.
5.Requirements for climate investments carried out by the implementing partner: EUR 4 785 000 000 of the RRF investment into the Facility shall contribute to the climate change objectives in accordance with Annex VI to the RRF Regulation 43 .
The implementation of the measure shall be completed by 31 August 2026.
Sub-component G3.2 – Improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for gas
G3.2.1. Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security
The objective of this investment is to improve energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for gas, including liquified natural gas, notably to enable diversification of supply in the interest of the Union as a whole.
This investment shall consist in the construction of a 250 km extension of the transmission network between Gdańsk and Gustorzyn. Upon completion of works, the newly built infrastructure shall have a capacity of gas transportation of 1 320 000 m3/h.
The implementation of the measure shall be completed by no later than 31 August 2026.
Sub-component G3.3 – Energy storage systems (repayable support)
G3.3.1 Energy storage systems (repayable support)
The objective of this investment is to ensure continuity of electricity supply to customers and increase efficiency of the use of RES sources through investments in technologies to facilitate electricity balancing in the electricity system.
The investment shall consist of the implementation of the partial modernisation of an existing pumped hydroelectric energy storage facility, with the aim of adapting this facility to current and future regulatory and market needs, to ensure a viable operation of the plant. The investment shall also consist of the modernization of the upper reservoir (refurbishment of bituminous concrete upstream face), upper water intake and derivative tunnels and at least 1 hydro-generator corresponding to 135 MW.
The implementation of the investment shall be completed by 30 June 2026.
G4. Milestones, targets, indicators, and timetable for monitoring and implementation for the loan
Sub-component G3.1 – Improving renewable energy deployment, green skills, and energy efficiency
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G1L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Mapping of renewable energy potential for photovoltaic and onshore wind installations |
Publication, via an appropriate digital channel, of maps of renewable energy potential for photovoltaics and onshore wind |
Q4 |
2024 |
The Ministry of Climate and Environment shall commission the mapping of renewable energy potential for photovoltaic and onshore wind installations and make the resulting resources map publicly available via an appropriate digital channel, such as a website. The resources map shall cover the entire territory of Poland and be available in a format enabling easy integration into spatial planning procedures with a view to the designation of renewable energy areas (as defined in Article 15b of Directive (EU) 2023/2413 of 18 October 2023 (RED III) and of renewable acceleration areas (as defined in Articles 2(2)(9a) and 15c of RED III). The mapping shall involve an analysis of energy densities for photovoltaics and onshore wind as well as other aspects relevant for the integration of photovoltaic and onshore wind installations in spatial planning, such as environmental and nature protection constraints or the accessibility of grids, including the designation of acceleration areas, |
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G2L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Acceleration of permitting procedures |
Provision in the legal acts indicating their entry into force |
Q4 |
2024 |
Entry into force of legal acts that shall lay down a legal framework for the designation of renewable acceleration areas for both onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. For the purpose of this milestone, acceleration areas shall be understood as defined in and regulated under the Renewable Energy Directive III (Articles 2(2)(9a), 15c, 16(2), 16a and 16c(2)(3)) of Directive (EU) 2018/2001 as amended by Directive (EU) 2023/2413 of 18 October 2023). This legal framework shall define at least (i) the competent authorities in charge of designating the renewable acceleration areas, (ii) their obligations, including with regard to ensuring that the designation of renewable acceleration areas does not adversely affect nature and biodiversity protection; and (iii) the permitting procedures for onshore wind and photovoltaic installations that shall apply to renewable acceleration areas. |
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G3L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
Finalisation of general technical specifications for the IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting of renewable energy sources |
Q3 |
2024 |
The relevant Polish authorities shall have drawn up and finalised – in a manner that it could be used for public procurement procedures if applicable - general technical specifications required for the development and deployment of an IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting procedures for renewable energy sources. The IT platform shall cover all relevant administrative steps required for the permitting for the construction and operation of renewable energy installations (except for the connection to the grid). The deployment of this IT platform shall not affect the allocation of competences in terms of permitting (meaning that it shall not affect which administrative authority is competent for a given permit). The IT platform may be integrated into and build on an existing digital platform (such as ePUAP). The IT platform shall offer a dashboard with at least the following features: (I)presenting, in an easily accessible manner, a comprehensive overview of requirements for the construction and operation of renewable energy installations, in terms of all relevant permits (e.g. zoning, construction, use), decisions (e.g. environmental), licenses, other documents, or consultations; (II)identifying (a) the respective competent administrative authorities, agencies, bodies, or other entities granting or involved in the granting of the documents or involved in the consultations in (i); (b) the contact details for these entities; and, optionally, (c) the case-handler in each entity for a given project; (III)listing and making available all relevant legislation, regulatory texts, templates, project preparation guidance; (IV)offering the possibility to submit applications online to all entities referred to in (ii) (a) and have the whole application process handled digitally via the IT platform; (V)a function, for optional use by the competent entities, enabling the monitoring of the handling of an application, by showing the status of the application and by enabling communication with the relevant case-handler via the IT platform; (VI)offering the possibility to allow contacting a central (existing) national body to raise concerns or suggest improvements in permitting procedures (this shall not constitute or substitute existing avenues for administrative or judicial review); (VII) to make available (or link to the relevant existing landing page from where the application process can be started, or to the web application) the information or data that can be shared with the public and: §will result from the functionalities of the IT tool referred to in milestones G10G and G11G; §is referred to in milestone G14G, under b); §is related to the mapping required by milestone G1L; and §is related to the renewable acceleration areas referred to in milestone G2L. |
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G4L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
Testing of a pilot version for the IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting of renewable energy sources completed |
Q4 |
2025 |
The testing of a pilot version of the IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting of renewable energy sources, meeting the requirements of milestone G3L, shall be completed. |
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G5L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
Entry into operation of the IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting of renewable energy sources |
Q2 |
2026 |
Entry into operation of the IT platform for a single digital framework for permitting of renewable energy sources, meeting the requirements of milestone G3L. |
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G6L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Target |
Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
Number |
23.5 |
28 |
Q4 |
2025 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
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G7L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Target |
Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
Number |
28 |
30 |
Q2 |
2026 |
Total installed capacity (in GW) of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations. |
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G8L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Amendment of three sectoral qualification frameworks for green transformation |
Publication of the reports with the amended sectoral qualification frameworks for construction, water management and waste management |
Q2 |
2025 |
In cooperation with sectoral social partners, including the Sector Competence Councils, the sectoral qualification framework for construction, water management and waste management sectors shall be amended to include skills contributing to the achievement of the European Green Deal objectives and climate neutrality by 2050. The reports with the amended amended sectoral qualification frameworks for construction, water management and waste management shall be published.
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G9L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Amendment of Sectoral qualification framework for energy |
Publication of the report with the amended sectoral qualification framework for energy |
Q2 |
2025 |
In cooperation with sectoral social partners, including the Sector Competence Council, the sectoral qualification framework for energy shall be amended by incorporating the qualifications for renewable energy sources covering skills contributing to the achievement of the European Green Deal objectives and climate neutrality by 2050. The report with the amended sectoral qualification framework shall be published. |
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G10L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Sectoral qualification frameworks in the most critical green transformation sectors incorporated into the Integrated Qualifications System |
Provision in the relevant legal act indicating its entry into force |
Q4 |
2025 |
The amended sectoral qualification frameworks for construction, water management, waste management and energy shall be incorporated into the Integrated Qualifications System by means of a regulation. |
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G11L |
G3.1.3 Boosting energy efficiency and accelerating the phase out of fossil fuels in heating |
Milestone |
Adoption of a resolution updating or introducing a new priority programme for integrated home renovation services |
Resolution adopted and in application |
Q4 |
2024 |
The management board of the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management shall adopt a resolution updating an existing priority programme or introducing a new priority programme of the National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management to support integrated home renovation services. The programme shall financially support providers of integrated home renovation services with the aim of reducing energy poverty by assisting property owners at risk of energy poverty in undertaking home renovations. |
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G12L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement |
Q2 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement. |
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G13L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
Percentage (%) |
0 |
30% |
Q3 |
2025 |
BGK shall have entered into legal financing agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use at least 30% of the RRF investment into the Facility (taking into account management fees). BGK shall produce a report detailing the percentage of this financing that contributes to climate objectives using the methodology in Annex VI of the RRF Regulation. |
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G14L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
Percentage (%) |
30% |
100% |
Q3 |
2026 |
BGK shall have entered into legal financing agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use 100% of the RRF investment into the Facility (taking into account management fees). At least 53% of this financing shall contribute to climate objectives using the methodology in Annex VI of the RRF Regulation. |
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G15L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
Certificate of transfer |
Q3 |
2026 |
Poland shall transfer EUR 17 103 863 518 to BGK for the Facility. |
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G16L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement |
Q3 |
2024 |
Entry into force of the Implementing Agreement. |
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G17L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
Percentage (%) |
0 |
40% |
Q2 |
2025 |
BGK shall have entered into legal financing agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use at least 40% of the RRF investment into the Facility (taking into account management fees). |
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G18L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
Percentage (%) |
40% |
100% |
Q3 |
2026 |
BGK shall have entered into legal financing agreements with final beneficiaries for an amount necessary to use 100% of the RRF investment into the Facility (taking into account management fees). |
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G19L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
Certificate of transfer |
Q3 |
2026 |
Poland shall transfer EUR 4 785 000 000 to BGK for the Facility. |
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Sub-component G3.2 – Improving energy infrastructure and facilities to meet immediate security of supply needs for gas
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Seq. N° |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
Qualitative indicators
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Quantitative indicators
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Indicative timeline for completion |
Description of each milestone and target |
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Unit of measure |
Baseline |
Goal |
Quarter |
Year |
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G20L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Delivery of the building permits |
Granting of building permits |
Q2 |
2024 |
The building permits for the Gdańsk and Gustorzyn gas pipeline, with length of 250 km shall have been granted. |
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G21L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Selection of the contractor |
Notification of the award of the contract |
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Q1 |
2025 |
Notification of the award of the contract for the construction works of the Gdańsk-Gustorzyn gas pipeline. |
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G22L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Start of the construction works |
Progress report by the competent authorities showing the start of the construction works |
Q2 |
2025 |
The construction works shall have started for at least one section of the pipeline. |
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G23L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Completion of construction of the gas pipeline |
Technical acceptance of the gas pipeline |
Q3 |
2026 |
The Gdańsk and Gustorzyn gas pipeline, with a length of at least 250 km, shall be built by 31 August 2026. |
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G24L |
G3.3.1 Energy storage systems (repayable support) |
Milestone |
Modernisation of existing pumped storage facility |
Completion of the modernisation |
Q2 |
2026 |
Completion of the modernisation of the upper reservoir, upper water intake and derivative tunnels and one hydro-generator of the storage and pumped power station. The project shall lead to an increase in the availability and efficiency of the power plant in generation and pump mode, and the modernized facility shall have a capacity (turbine mode) of at least 135 MW. |
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SECTION 2: FINANCIAL SUPPORT
1.Financial contribution
The instalments referred to in Article 2(2) shall be organised in the following manner:
2.1.1 First Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A1G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Development of a Concept Note on the Standardised Chart of Accounts integrated with budget classification |
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A3G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act on Public Finances extending the scope of the stabilising expenditure rule (SER) to include state special purpose funds |
|
A5G |
A1.2 Further reducing regulatory and administrative burden |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative package to reduce administrative burden to businesses and citizens |
|
A18G |
A1.4 Reform to improve the competitiveness and protection of producers/consumers in the agricultural sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector |
|
A20G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Milestone |
Adoption of criteria for the selection of beneficiaries for all the projects under this investment |
|
A27G |
A2.1 Accelerating robotisation and digitalisation and innovation processes |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new law for supporting the automation and digitisation and innovation of enterprises by introducing a tax relief for robotisation |
|
A38G |
A2.4 Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the law on higher education and science with regard to the catalogue of entities that may create special purpose vehicles together with universities |
|
A39G |
A2.4 Strengthening cooperation mechanisms between science and industry |
Milestone |
Establishment of rules for the use of laboratories and knowledge transfer of institutes supervised by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development |
|
A59G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the care of children up to three years of age aimed at changing the organisation of the system of financing care for children up to the age of three with a view to implementing a single coherent financing management system for creation and functioning of the childcare services for children up to the age of three |
|
A60G |
A4.2.1 Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs) under Maluch+ |
Milestone |
Creation of an IT system to manage the financing and creation of childcare facilities for children up to the age of three, that shall combine different sources of financing childcare |
|
A62G |
A4.3 Implementation of the legal framework for social economy entities |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act on the social economy |
|
B1G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Energy Efficiency Act and associated legislative acts |
|
B3G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Update of the National Air Protection Programme |
|
B16G |
B2.1 Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of acts amending the legislative acts for hydrogen as an alternative fuel for transport |
|
B39G |
B3.1 Support sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Development of rules for the territorialisation of support for water supply or sewage investments RRP in rural areas |
|
B4039G |
B3.1 Support sustainable water and wastewater management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal act establishing an obligation to carry out regular monitoring and control of appropriate individual systems |
|
C1G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Framework prepared by the Chancellery of the Prime Minister to co-finance broadband projects in white Next Generation Access (NGA) areas, where no NGA network exists at present |
|
D23G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist to provide a legal basis for financial support from academic year 2021/2022 for students in the field of medicine in Poland |
|
D29G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act establishing a system of incentives to undertake and continue studies in selected medical university faculties through scholarships, funding for studies and mentoring |
|
E8G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Milestone |
Establishment of a financial instrument (Fund) for zero/low-emission mobility and energy |
|
E23G |
E2.2 Enhance transport safety |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal acts introducing: priority for pedestrians at crossings, uniform speed in built-up areas minimum distance between vehicles, road safety targets by 2030 (-50 % fatalities in accidents) |
|
F1G |
F1.1 Reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts |
|
F2G |
F2.1 Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a reform strengthening the independence and impartiality of courts |
|
F5G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act that creates a monitoring committee and tasks it with the supervision of the effective implementation of the RRP |
|
F6G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Adoption of the Guidance by the Minister in charge of regional development establishing the rules for involvement of stakeholders and social partners in the implementation of the RRP |
|
F7G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Ensuring an effective audit and control in the framework of the RRF implementation protecting the financial interests of the Union |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 2 758 738 902 |
2.1.2 Second Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A13G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of the land-use planning reform |
Milestone |
Publication of a document that determines the allocation mechanism and indicative amount of support to be given to each municipality in Poland for the implementation of the land-use planning reform |
|
A49G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
Setting up of functioning Regional Coordination Teams coordinating the policy in vocational education and training and lifelong learning |
|
A51G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of new laws on public employment services, employment of third country nationals, and on an electronic conclusion of certain job contracts: - introducing changes to public employment services and active labour market policies to increase labour force participation - lowering the administrative barriers to employment of foreigners - simplifying the process of concluding certain contracts |
|
A53G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Carry out a consultation process of social partners on the potential for collective agreements and conduct a comprehensive study on the potential role of a single labour contract to bring new flexibility and security in the Polish labour market |
|
A65G |
A4.4 Making forms of employment more flexible and introducing remote work |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Labour Code introducing the permanent institution of remote work to the provisions of the Labour Code and flexible forms of working time arrangements |
|
A67G |
A4.5 Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Act on personal income tax implementing from 2023 a personal income tax reduction for those who reached the retirement age but continue working |
|
B4G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Regulation by the Minister of Climate and Environment on quality standards for solid fuels |
|
C3G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Amendment of the regulation on Single Information Point by the Prime Minister |
|
C9G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Minimum binding standards for equipping all schools with digital infrastructure to enable the use of digital technologies in learning on an equal level in each school |
|
C10G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the resolution of the Council of Ministers on the Digital Competence Development Programme to manage the development of digital competences and digital education of citizens and employees in various sectors. This includes the establishment of the Digital Competence Development Centre (DCDC) |
|
C16G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Milestone |
Creation of a Digital Competence Development Centre (DCDC) |
|
C21G |
C3.1 Enhancing the cybersecurity of information systems, strengthening the data processing infrastructure and optimising the infrastructure of the State services responsible for security. |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Act of 5 July 2018 on the National Cybersecurity System, implementing the NIS Directive and establishing a comprehensive cybersecurity legal and organisational basis for a national cybersecurity system |
|
D1G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act on the modernisation and improvement of hospitals’ efficiency |
|
D2G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Order of the President of the National Health Fund (NFZ) on strengthening primary care and coordinated care, followed by financial provisions (including amendments to contracts), allowing for national-wide implementation. |
|
D3G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on quality in health care and patient safety, together with necessary implementing regulations |
|
D4G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on the National Oncological Network establishing the rules for the operation of the network by introducing a new structure and a new model of cancer care management |
|
D9G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act on the list of precise criteria qualifying hospitals to specific categories to help define investment needs resulting from the reform |
|
D25G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the legislative Act on the profession of paramedic and the self-government of paramedics, which shall introduce the possibility of creating second-cycle programmes in the field of preparation for the profession of paramedic |
|
D27G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legal acts aiming at improving attractiveness of medical jobs and working conditions of medical workers |
|
D32G |
D3.1 Increasing the efficiency and quality of the healthcare system by supporting Polish research and development potential in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on clinical trials of medicinal products for human use |
|
D33G |
D3.1 Increasing the efficiency and quality of the healthcare system by supporting Polish research and development potential in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into force or implementation of the key actions specified in the Government’s Strategic Plan for the Development of the Biomedical Sector in accordance with the timeline set out in the Strategic Plan |
|
D34G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Entry into operation of an electronic platform for the Polish Network of Clinical Research Centres |
|
E1G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law setting an obligation to exclusively purchase low and zero-emission buses in cities above 100,000 inhabitants as of 2025 |
|
E9G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Milestone |
Selection of financial intermediaries |
|
E15G |
E2.1 Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Rail Transport Act ensuring resilience of railway operators. Ministerial decision on establishing priorities for intermodal transport and on removals of bottlenecks to foster railways’ capacity |
|
F4G |
F3.1 Improving the process of law-making |
Milestone |
Adoption of an amendment of the Rules of Procedure of the Parliament, Senate and Council of Ministers to enhance the use of public consultations and impact assessments in the law-making process |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 097 113 475 |
2.1.3 Third Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A12G |
A1.3 Land-use planning reform |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a new act on spatial planning |
|
A33G |
A2.3 Providing an institutional and legal basis for the development of the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency |
|
A57G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to high-quality childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Adoption of quality standards for childcare, including educational guidelines and standards of care services for children under three years of age, ensuring high quality, including education and care |
|
B2G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Update of the “Clean Air” Priority Programme |
|
C2G |
C1.1 Facilitating the development of network infrastructure to ensure universal access to high-speed internet |
Milestone |
Amendment of the regulation of the Minister for Digitization on annual telecommunications infrastructure & services inventory |
|
D7G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the regulation on the list of voivodship monitoring centres for the oncological network |
|
D10G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Milestone |
First call for proposals for hospitals requesting financing |
|
E2G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Measures to support the development of Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) and adoption of incentives for SUMPs' implementation providing technical and financial support to all functional urban areas by the Ministry of Infrastructure. |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 2 079 743 156 |
2.1.4 Fourth Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A25G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Farmers and fishermen that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, shorten food supply-chains and implement agriculture 4.0 solutions in production processes |
|
A41G |
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Education Law, establishing the legal framework for the network of Sectoral Skills Centres, providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
|
A42G |
A3.1 Workforce for the modern economy: improving the matching of skills and qualifications with labour market requirements due to the introduction of new technologies in the economy and the green and digital transformation |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the act amending the Teachers Act enabling continuous vocational teacher training to be implemented in the Sectoral Skills Centres |
|
A50G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
Development of operationalised implementation programmes for the Integrated Skills Strategy at regional level by the established Regional Coordination Groups for vocational education and training and lifelong learning |
|
A52G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
New standards and performance framework on functioning and coordination of the Public Employment Services |
|
A69G |
A4.6 Increase labour market participation of certain groups by developing long-term care |
Milestone |
Strategic review of long-term care in Poland with a view to identifying reform priorities |
|
A71G |
A4.7 Limit the segmentation of the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on social insurance system limiting labour market segmentation and increasing social protection of all those working on the basis of civil law contracts, by making those contracts subject to social security contributions |
|
B5G |
B1.1 Clean air and energy efficiency |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the regulation setting quality standards for biomass solid fuels |
|
B8G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T1 - Heat source replacement in single-family buildings |
|
B10G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat source and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T1 - Thermo-modernisation and installation of renewable energy sources in residential buildings (single and multi-family buildings) |
|
B17G |
B2.1 Improving the conditions for the development of hydrogen technologies and other decarbonised gases |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the law laying down rules for hydrogen |
|
B18G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Environmental permits issued for hydrogen refuelling stations |
|
C7G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Act of 17 February 2005 on computerisation of the activities of entities performing public tasks – introducing default digital form of documents and electronic form of services and digitisation of administrative processes |
|
C22G |
C3.1 Enhancing the cybersecurity of information systems, strengthening the data processing infrastructure and optimising the infrastructure of the law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 11 September 2018 on the list of essential services and the thresholds for the disruptive effect of an incident for the provision of essential services |
|
C27G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI): Selection of Next Generation Cloud projects and signature of contracts |
|
D11G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
T1 - Contracts signed between hospitals and the Ministry of Health for the purchase of medical equipment or for infrastructure investment |
|
E16G |
E2.1 Enhance the competitiveness of the railways sector |
Target |
Establishing tolling system on new roads |
|
E24G |
E2.2.1 Transport safety investments |
Target |
Completion of the construction of bypasses and removal of road safety black/hotspots |
|
F3G |
F2.1 Remedying the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
Milestone |
Reform to remedy the situation of judges affected by the decisions of the Disciplinary Chamber of the Supreme Court in disciplinary cases and judicial immunity cases |
|
G2G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented ope by energy communities |
Milestone |
Call for the investment support programme |
|
G13G |
G1.2.2 Removing barriers to the integration of renewable energy sources into electricity networks |
Milestone |
Entry into force the legal framework enabling cable pooling |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 2 429 188 865 |
2.1.5 Fifth Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A14G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Staff from local authorities and spatial planners that completed a course on the new spatial planning law |
|
A30G |
A2.2 Creating the conditions for the transition to a circular economy model |
Milestone |
Entry into force of new legislation introducing changes to the legislative framework to enable trade in secondary raw materials |
|
A44G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T1 - Establishing a Network of functioning Sectoral Skills Centres providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
|
A58G |
A4.2 Reform to improve the labour market situation of parents by increasing access to high-quality childcare for children up to the age of three |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an act amending the Act on the care of children up to three years of age ensuring a stable long-term domestic financing of the childcare services for children up to the age of three |
|
B21aG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
|
C8G |
C2.1 Scaling up digital applications in the public sphere, the economy and society |
Milestone |
Amendment to the Act of 11 March 2004 on tax on goods and services (use of structured invoices) – introducing structured electronic invoices to the economic market and the obligation to issue and receive them through the National System of e-invoices |
|
D5G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the Act on the National Cardiological Network establishing the rules for the operation of the network by introducing a new structure and a new model of cardiological care management |
|
E19G |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts for passenger rolling stock |
|
F8G |
F3.1 Improving the conditions for the implementation of the RRP |
Milestone |
Allocation of additional posts in the institutions involved in the implementation of the RRP |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 2 250 941 985 |
2.1.6 Sixth Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A7G |
A1.2.1 Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities |
Target |
T1 - Number of SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors that have modernised their business activities |
|
A16G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Share of municipalities that adopted general spatial development plans |
|
A22G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
SMEs in the agri-food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
A28G |
A2.1.1 Investments in robotisation and digitalisation in enterprises |
Target |
T1 - Implementation of projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence or digitalisation of processes, technologies, products or services |
|
A46G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T1 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
A54G |
A4.1 Effective institutions for the labour market |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment of relevant laws to implement the reform priorities as identified in the consultation on collective agreements and in the study on a single labour contract in Poland |
|
A68G |
A4.5 Extend careers and promote working beyond the statutory retirement age |
Milestone |
Report to evaluate the impact of measures taken to raise the effective retirement age |
|
A70G |
A4.6 Increase labour market participation of certain groups by developing long-term care |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law amending relevant laws to implement the reform priorities as identified in the strategic review of long-term care in Poland (in line with milestone A69G) |
|
B6G |
B1.1.1 Investments in heat sources in district heating systems |
Target |
T1 - Heat sources in district heating systems |
|
C4G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T1 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
C19G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Target |
T1 - Additional people trained in digital competences, including digital literacy |
|
C24G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Signature of the contracts for the buildings of the data centre facilities |
|
D12G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
T2 - Contracts signed between hospitals and the Ministry of Health for the purchase of medical equipment or for infrastructure investment |
|
E3G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing a registration fee for emissions-related vehicles in line with the "polluter pays" principle |
|
E6G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
Bus lines supported by the Public Bus Transport Fund |
|
E13G |
E1.1.2 Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses) |
Milestone |
Zero-emission and low-emission vehicles: selection of beneficiaries |
|
E17G |
E2.1.1 Railway lines |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts following open and competitive tenders |
|
E21G |
E2.1.3 Intermodal projects |
Milestone |
Signature of contracts for intermodal transport projects |
|
G1G |
G1.1.1 Encouraging the development of local energy communities |
Milestone |
Analysis on the barriers to develop energy communities and energy co-operatives identified in the course of the pre-investment support programme |
|
G7G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Increase in the administrative capacity to implement REPowerEU reforms and investments |
|
G12G |
G1.2.1 Regulatory solutions for accelerated integration of renewables into distribution grids |
Milestone |
Adoption of the new regulatory model by the President of the Energy Regulatory Office |
|
G15G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
|
G18G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Milestone |
Grant agreements between the Transmission System Operator (TSO) and the authorities on the implementation and support for transmission networks |
|
G23G |
G1.2.4 Construction or modernisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas to enable the connection of new renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Identification and definition of projects |
|
G26G |
G1.3.2 Zero-emission collective transport (buses) |
Milestone |
Zero-emission vehicles for urban transport: selection of beneficiaries |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 113 984 184 |
2.1.7 Seventh Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A2G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Act on Public Finances prepared by the Ministry of Finance implementing the new budgetary system, including the new classification system, the new model of budget management and the re-defined new medium-term budgetary framework |
|
A4G |
A1.1 Reform of the fiscal framework |
Milestone |
Review of the functioning of the stabilising expenditure rule in the years 2019-2023, with a view to: - assessing the effectiveness of the rule, including the application of the exit clause and the return clause - analysing the impact of changes in EU rules on the formula of the stabilising expenditure rule |
|
A19G |
A1.4 Reform to improve the competitiveness and protection of producers/consumers in the agricultural sector |
Milestone |
Adoption of a mid-term review of the new law to fight against the unfair use of contractual advantages in the agricultural and food trade sector |
|
A31G |
A2.2.1 Investments in the deployment of environmental technologies and innovation, including those related to circular economy |
Target |
Signed grant agreements for projects awarded to SMEs with solutions to develop and stimulate or apply green technologies (related to the circular economy) |
|
A36G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (inter alia specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an Ecosystem of Innovation |
Target |
Implemented unmanned vehicles services preceded by pilot projects |
|
A55G |
A4.1.1 Investment in support of labour market institution reform |
Target |
Public employment service (PES) where modernised IT systems shall be implemented |
|
A56G |
A4.1.1 Investment in support of labour market institution reform |
Target |
Public employment service (PES) staff trained on the application of new procedures and use of IT tools, implemented as a result of the new laws on PES, on employment of third country nationals and on an electronic conclusion of job contracts by certain employers |
|
A63G |
A4.3.1 Investment support programmes making it possible, in particular, to develop activities, increasing participation in the implementation of social services, improving the quality of integration into social economy entities |
Target |
Number of entities that obtained a social enterprise status |
|
B21bG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
B21cG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed 50% of the investment |
|
C11G |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of economic sectors and disruptive technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
T1 - Projects that create new e-services and upgrade existing ones, improving the process of their creation or, through digitisation, improving the handling of processes |
|
C28G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI): National infrastructure/service data processing solutions developed |
|
D8G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Evaluation of the oncological care network |
|
D19G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
T1 - Medical documents digitised |
|
E5G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
Cities with new SUMPs adopted |
|
E19aG |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Target |
Electric and ERTMS-equipped rolling stock delivered for long-distance railways lines |
|
E27G |
E2.2.2 Digitalisation of transport |
Target |
Installation of: Dynamic Passenger Information System (SDIP), control systems and level crossings in 55 areas |
|
G3G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities, including a scaled-up part |
Target |
Entities supported within the pre-investment part |
|
G8G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Capacity building projects, supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments, for central and local administration |
|
G10G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Milestone |
Publication of technical specification of the IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model by the Energy Regulatory Office |
|
G22G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Deployment of ICT systems in the transmission network (number of solutions) |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 001 761 591 |
2.1.8 Eight Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A21G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Distribution and storage centres that have been built or modernised and wholesale markets that have been modernised |
|
A23G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
SMEs in the agri-food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
A24G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Charitable organisations in the food sector that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment |
|
A26G |
A1.4.1 Investments to diversify and shorten the supply chain of agricultural and food products and build the resilience of the entities in the chain |
Target |
Farmers and fishermen that completed projects to modernise their infrastructure and equipment, shorten food supply-chains and implement agriculture 4.0 solutions in production processes |
|
A32G |
A2.2.1 Investments in the deployment of environmental technologies and innovation, including those related to circular economy |
Target |
Signed grant agreements for projects supporting the development of technologies contributing to the creation of a market for secondary raw materials |
|
A34G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (inter alia specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an Ecosystem of Innovation |
Target |
T1 - Local centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles completed by local government or designated entity to operate locally |
|
A40G |
A2.4.1 Investment in the development of research capacities |
Target |
Laboratories with modern research and analytical infrastructure in institutions supervised and/or subordinated to the Ministry of Education and Science and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development |
|
A45G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T2 - Establishing a Network of functioning Sectoral Skills Centres providing targeted upskilling and reskilling highly relevant for the labour market needs |
|
A47G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T2 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
A64G |
A4.3.1 Investment support programmes making it possible, in particular, to develop activities, increasing participation in the implementation of social services, improving the quality of integration into social economy entities |
Target |
Number of social economy entities, including social enterprises, covered by financial support |
|
B41G |
B3.1.1 Investments in wastewater treatment systems and water supply in rural areas |
Target |
Additional connections of rural population in scope of water infrastructure |
|
C5G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T2 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
C6aG |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
Classrooms in schools equipped with Local Area Network (LAN) connection |
|
C15G |
C2.1.2 Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards |
Target |
New portable computers at disposal of students |
|
C14G |
C2.1.2 Level playing field for schools with mobile multimedia devices – investments related to the fulfilment of minimum equipment standards |
Target |
New portable computers at disposal of teachers |
|
C26G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Mobile infrastructure for the crisis management system |
|
D16G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Security Operations Centre (SOC) at the e-Health Centre established |
|
D17G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Centre for digital medical documentation |
|
D26G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of paramedics who completed their Master's degree |
|
D31G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Target |
Number of modernized teaching facilities for preclinical education (including Medical Simulation Centres), adapted facilities of the clinical base used in teaching in central clinical hospitals, modernized library infrastructures and students’ dormitories in medical universities |
|
E12G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
SMEs and mid-caps supported by the specific investments targeted by the Fund |
|
G4G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities, including a scaled-up part |
Target |
Entities supported within the investment part |
|
G9G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Target |
Capacity building projects supporting implementation of REPowerEU reforms and investments carried out by the NGOs |
|
G14G |
G1.2.2 Removing barriers to the integration of renewable energy sources into electricity networks |
Milestone |
Entry into force of legislative and, where relevant, non-legislative acts increasing the transparency of the connection process to electricity networks and facilitating this process |
|
G16G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
|
G21G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Milestone |
Implementation of the data hub on the electricity market (OIRE/CSIRE) |
|
G25G |
G1.3.1 Supporting sustainable transport |
Milestone |
Action plan for sustainable transport in Poland |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 055 007 945 |
2.1.9 Ninth Instalment (non-repayable support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A8G |
A1.2.1 Investments for enterprises in products, services and competences of employees and staff related to the diversification of activities |
Target |
T2 - Number of SMEs and micro-enterprises in the HoReCa, culture and tourism sectors that have modernised their business activities |
|
A15G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Staff from local authorities and spatial planners that completed a course on the new spatial planning law |
|
A17G |
A1.3.1 Implementation of land-use planning reform |
Target |
Share of municipalities that adopted general spatial development plans |
|
A29G |
A2.1.1 Investments in robotisation and digitalisation in enterprises |
Target |
T2 - Implementation of projects related to robotisation, artificial intelligence or digitalisation of processes, technologies, products or services |
|
A35G |
A2.3.1 Development and equipment of competence centres (inter alia specialist training centres, implementation support centres, observatories) and unmanned vehicle industry management infrastructure, as an Ecosystem of Innovation |
Target |
T1 - Local centres and infrastructure for unmanned vehicles completed by local government or designated entity to operate locally |
|
A48G |
A3.1.1 Investments in modern vocational training, higher education and lifelong learning |
Target |
T3 - Skills provision to learners in the Sectoral Skills Centres including certification of learning outcomes (skills), issued and recognised by the sector |
|
A61G |
A4.2.1 Support for childcare facilities for children up to three years of age (nurseries, children’s clubs) under Maluch+ |
Target |
Creation of new places in childcare facilities (nurseries, children’s clubs) for children up to three years of age |
|
B7G |
B1.1.1 Investments in heat sources in district heating |
Target |
T2 - Heat sources in district heating systems |
|
B9G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T2 - Heat source replacement in single-family buildings |
|
B11G |
B1.1.2 Replacement of heat sources and improvement of energy efficiency in residential buildings |
Target |
T2 - Thermo-modernisation and installation of renewable energy sources in residential buildings (single and multi-family buildings) |
|
B12G |
B1.1.3 Thermal modernisation of schools |
Target |
Modernized or exchanged heat sources fulfilling DNSH requirements in buildings of educational institutions (under signed contracts) |
|
B13G |
B1.1.3 Thermal modernisation of schools |
Target |
Thermo-modernized buildings of educational institutions (under signed contracts) |
|
B14G |
B1.1.4 Strengthening the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities |
Target |
Social activity facilities with replaced inefficient solid fuel heat sources to modern heat sources fulfilling DNSH requirements |
|
B15G |
B1.1.4 Strengthening the energy efficiency of local social activity facilities |
Target |
Thermo-modernised facilities of social activity |
|
B19G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Entry into operation of hydrogen refuelling stations |
|
B20G |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Research and innovation projects on innovative hydrogen powered transport units |
|
B21dG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
B21eG |
B2.1.1 Investment in hydrogen, hydrogen manufacturing, storage and transport |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
|
B37G |
B2.2.3 Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure |
Milestone |
Construction of an offshore installation terminal |
|
B38G |
B2.2.3 Construction of offshore terminal infrastructure |
Target |
Construction of an offshore service terminal in Łeba and Ustka |
|
C6G |
C1.1.1 Ensuring access to very high-speed internet in white spots |
Target |
T3 - Additional households (residential premises) with broadband Internet access with a capacity of at least 100 Mb/s (with the possibility of increasing it to gigabit capacity) |
|
C12G |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of economic sectors and disruptive technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
T2 - Projects that create new e-services and upgrade existing ones, improving the process of their creation or, through digitisation, improving the handling of processes |
|
C13aG |
C2.1.1 Public e-services, IT solutions improving the functioning of administrations and economic sectors, and breakthrough technologies in the public sector, the economy and society |
Target |
Development of new public IT systems or expansion of existing ones |
|
C20G |
C2.1.3 E-competences |
Target |
T2 - Additional people trained in digital competences, including digital literacy |
|
C23G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Target |
Projects in cybersecurity (CyberPL) under two areas of intervention:
|
|
C25G |
C3.1.1 Cybersecurity – CyberPL, infrastructure of data processing and optimization of the infrastructure of law enforcement services |
Milestone |
Creation of standard data processing centres that provide energy-efficient infrastructure |
|
D6G |
D1.1 Improving the effectiveness, accessibility and quality of health services |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative package pertaining to the launch of national e-health services and their integration into existing/available eHealth systems at national and regional level |
|
D13G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
Hospitals with new medical equipment purchased in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network |
|
D14G |
D1.1.1 Development and modernisation of the infrastructure of highly specialised care centres and other healthcare providers |
Target |
Hospitals with enhanced infrastructure in connection with their restructuring or their introduction into the National Oncological Network |
|
D15G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Milestone |
Launch of new-e-services, including: - the Patient Health Analysis Tools; - decision-making support tool for doctors based on AI algorithms; and - central repository of medical data integrated with other key healthcare systems |
|
D18G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
History of patients’ interaction with healthcare kept in medical facilities digitised |
|
D20G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
T2 - Medical documents digitised |
|
D21G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
Central/regional healthcare providers connected to the central repository of medical data and central/regional healthcare providers equipped with the AI based decision-making support tool |
|
D22G |
D1.1.2 Accelerating the digital transformation of health by further developing digital health services |
Target |
Adult patients covered by the Patient Health Analysis Tool |
|
D24G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of medical universities students having received financial support in accordance with the Law on Higher Education and Science and on the Professions of Physician and Dentist |
|
D28G |
D2.1 Creating the right conditions for an increase in the number of medical staff |
Target |
Number of doctors and dentists who have obtained a certificate confirming their professional medical competences |
|
D30G |
D2.1.1 Investments related to the modernisation and retrofitting of teaching facilities with a view to increasing admission limits for medical studies |
Target |
Number of students of nursing, midwifery, emergency medical services, medicine, dentistry, medical analytics, physiotherapy and pharmacy who received a scholarship and students of nursing, midwifery, emergency medical services covered by a scholarship, study co-financing or mentoring |
|
D35G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Milestone |
Establishment of a specialised Research and Analytical Centre |
|
D36G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Target |
Number of financed projects for research units and entrepreneurs in the biomedical sector |
|
D37G |
D3.1.1 Comprehensive development of research in the field of medical sciences and health sciences |
Target |
Number of created Clinical Trial Support Centres |
|
E4G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing an ownership tax for emissions-related vehicles in line with the "polluter pays" principle |
|
E7G |
E1.1 Increase in the use of environmentally friendly transport |
Target |
New zero-emission vehicles |
|
E10G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
Production capacity of new zero-emission vehicles installed |
|
E11G |
E1.1.1 Support for a low-carbon economy |
Target |
Production and storage capacity of zero-emission/low-emission storage and production of alternative fuels/energy |
|
E14G |
E1.1.2 Zero and low-emission collective transport (buses) |
Target |
New zero-emission and low-emission vehicles in operation |
|
E18G |
E2.1.1 Railway lines |
Target |
Modernisation of 478 km of railways lines, including 300 km with TEN-T standards |
|
E20G |
E2.1.2 Railways passenger rolling stock |
Target |
Electric and ERTMS-equipped rolling stock in operation for regional and long-distance railway lines |
|
E22G |
E2.1.3 Intermodal projects |
Target |
Increase of transhipment capacity |
|
E25G |
E2.2.1 Transport safety investments |
Target |
Completion of the construction of bypasses, removal of road safety black/hotspots, and installation of automatic road surveillance devices |
|
E28G |
E2.2.2 Digitalisation of transport |
Target |
Installation of automatic control, level crossings, 180 ERTMS on-board units, and related entry into service |
|
G5G |
G1.1.2 Renewable energy sources’ installations implemented by energy communities, including a scaled-up part |
Target |
Entities supported within the investment part |
|
G6G |
G1.1.3 Energy storage systems |
Milestone |
Deployment of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) |
|
G11G |
G1.1.4 Support to institutions implementing REPowerEU reforms and investments |
Milestone |
Deployment of an IT tool for the application of the new regulatory model by the Energy Regulatory Office |
|
G17G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
|
G19G |
G1.2.3. Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised power transmission network (km) |
|
G20G |
G1.2.3 Development of transmission networks, smart electricity infrastructure |
Target |
Extended or upgraded power stations within the transmission network |
|
G24G |
G1.2.4 Construction or modernisation of electricity distribution networks in rural areas to enable the connection of new renewable energy sources |
Target |
Length of newly built or modernised lines in distribution networks (km) |
|
G27G |
G1.3.2 Zero-emission collective transport (buses) |
Target |
New zero-emission vehicles in operation |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 490 373 613 |
2.2. Loan
The instalments referred to in Article 3(2) shall be organised in the following manner:
2.2.1. First Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
B1L |
B1.2 Facilitating the implementation of the energy saving obligation for energy companies |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation to the Energy Efficiency Act |
|
B10L |
B2.4 Legal framework for the development of energy storage facilities |
Milestone |
Entry into force of amendments of the Act on energy law with regards to energy storage |
|
B21L |
B3.3 Support for the sustainable management of water resources in agriculture and rural areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of amendments to national legislation needed to improve the conditions for resilient water management in agriculture and rural areas |
|
B22L |
B3.3.1 Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas |
Milestone |
Adoption of selection criteria for call for proposals |
|
B25L |
B3.4 Enabling framework for green transition investments in urban areas |
Milestone |
Green Urban Transformation Instrument |
|
B28L |
B3.5 Reform of housing construction for people with low and average incomes, taking into account the higher energy efficiency of buildings |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment to the Act of December 8, 2006 on financial support for the creation of residential premises for rent, sheltered housing, night shelters, shelters for the homeless, heating plants and temporary premises, and resulting changes in other acts |
|
B33L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of act amending the Act on investments in onshore wind farms |
|
B35L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T1 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
B39L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation following from the Act of 17 December 2020 on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
|
C1L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of 17 February 2020 on monitoring of electromagnetic field emission in the environment |
|
C2L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
Amendment of the Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 10 September 2019 on environmental impact assessment |
|
D1L |
D1.2 Increasing the efficiency, availability and quality of long-term care services of healthcare providers at district level |
Milestone |
Review of the potential for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals in Poland |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 4 178 257 125 |
2.2.2. Second Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A1L |
A2.5 Strengthening the potential of the cultural sector and cultural industries for economic development |
Milestone |
Adoption of a policy paper for supporting green and digital actions in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
A2L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Milestone |
Selection criteria for the support of projects in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
B2L |
B1.2.1 Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential |
Milestone |
Financing instructions (including eligibility and selection criteria) for the support scheme targeting energy efficiency and RES in companies, including those covered by the EU Emissions Trading System |
|
B14L |
B3.2 Support for the improvement of the condition of the environment and protection against hazardous substances |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law to facilitate a comprehensive elimination of the negative environmental impact of large-scale post-industrial areas. |
|
B34L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a regulation laying down a plan of renewables auctions for the years 2022 - 2027 |
|
B36L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T2 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
B40L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of the implementing regulation following from the Act of 17 December 2020 on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
|
C8L |
C2.2 Reform of the basis of digitalisation of the education system |
Milestone |
Adoption of a new digitalisation policy for education, constituting the basis for changes in the education system and implementation of investments in ICT and defining the directions of digitization of the education system process in the short and long term |
|
C9L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Public consultation on the framework defining the procedures for the distribution of ICT equipment and for the provision of infrastructure to schools |
|
D2L |
D1.2 Increasing the efficiency, availability and quality of long-term care services of healthcare providers at district level |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative act on the support for establishing long-term care and geriatric care units/centres in district hospitals, based on the results of the review |
|
E5L |
E2.3 Enhance transport accessibility, security and digital solutions |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing improvements to passenger rights in the field of rolling stock requirements |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 213 973 652 |
2.2.3. Third Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
B32L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Entry into force of acts amending the legislative framework for renewable energy communities and biomethane: Amendments to the RES Act, Amendments of legislation concerning energy market, and entry into force of a Regulation to the RES Act |
|
B37L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T3 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
C10L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Framework defining the procedures for the distribution of ICT devices and for the provision of infrastructure to schools |
|
D3L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Milestone |
List of district hospitals selected for the additional support for the creation of long-term and geriatric beds, based on specific selection criteria |
|
D6L |
D3.2 Creation of favourable conditions for the development of the medicines and medical devices sector |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legislative act safeguarding the security of medicines supply, including solutions to address medicines shortages and key vulnerabilities in the supply chains |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 103 232 462 |
2.2.4. Fourth Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
B3L |
B1.2.1 Energy efficiency and RES in companies – investments with the highest greenhouse gas reduction potential |
Target |
Award of all contracts for the implementation of energy efficiency and RES in enterprises |
|
B6L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farm |
Milestone |
Entry into force of an amendment of the Regulation on the detailed conditions for the operation of the power system which shall amend national balancing rules in order to reduce to the maximum possible extent the impact of the allocation constraints |
|
B24L |
B3.4 Enabling framework for green transition investments in urban areas |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law on sustainable urban development setting goals, directions, implementing rules and coordination mechanisms for the green transformation of cities |
|
B38L |
B2.2 Improving the conditions for the development of renewable energy sources |
Target |
T4 - Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
C3L |
C1.2 Increasing the level of accessibility and use of modern wired and wireless communication for social and economic needs |
Milestone |
New legal act eliminating barriers to the implementation of the 5G network by vertical industries |
|
D4L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Target |
Signed contracts between district hospitals and the Ministry of Health (or other institution indicated by Ministry) for investment support in creating long-term care and geriatric care units/centres |
|
D7L |
D3.2.1 Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland |
Milestone |
Selection of API production works projects to be supported |
|
D8L |
D3.2.1 Developing the potential of the medicines and medical devices sector – investments linked to the production of API in Poland |
Target |
Number of Supported Critical Active Pharmaceutical Product Ingredients |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 176 461 320 |
2.2.5. Fifth Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
B4L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farms |
Milestone |
Entry into force of implementing regulations following from the Act on the promotion of electricity generation in offshore wind farms |
|
C15L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Guide to the digital transformation of entrepreneurs using cloud computing |
|
C16L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
|
E1L |
E1.2 Increase the share of zero and low-emission transport, prevent and reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act introducing low-emission zones obligation for selected, most polluted cities |
|
E6L |
E2.3 Enhance transport accessibility, security and digital solutions |
Milestone |
Obligation to upgrade national, international and regional rolling stock with requirements for passengers with disabilities |
|
G12L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
|
G20L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Delivery of the building permits |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 4 808 815 201 |
2.2.6. Sixth Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A7L |
A2.6.1 Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a law on space activities to be adopted by the Parliament |
|
A9L |
A2.6.1 Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Milestone |
Preparatory works for the launching of the first Polish satellite: ECSS Phase 0/A/B/C (Mission analysis/needs identification, Feasibility and Definition) |
|
B17L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Land areas for which field research related to the presence of pollutants and hazardous materials was carried out |
|
B26L |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T1 - Signature of all of the contracts for investments in green urban development projects (calculated on a compound basis) |
|
B29L |
B3.5.1 Investments in energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households |
Target |
T1 - Completed construction of the first batch of energy efficient housing for low and average income households |
|
G1L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Mapping of renewable energy potential for photovoltaic and onshore wind installations |
|
G2L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Acceleration of permitting procedures |
|
G3L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
|
G11L |
G3.1.3 Boosting energy efficiency and accelerating the phase out of fossil fuels in heating |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act implementing a support scheme for providers of integrated home renovation services |
|
G16L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Milestone |
Implementing Agreement |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 6 310 611 006 |
2.2.7. Seventh Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A8L |
A2.6.1 Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
Development of necessary infrastructure: the National Satellite Information System (NSIS) that shall provide monitoring services using data from satellite Earth Observation (EO) |
|
A10L |
A2.6.1 Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
T1 - Launching of the first Polish satellite |
|
B15L |
B3.2 Support for the improvement of the condition of the environment and protection against hazardous substances |
Milestone |
Entry into force of a legal act dedicated to hazardous materials lingering in the Baltic Sea |
|
C12L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Target |
Classrooms in vocational schools and general education institutions equipped with IT tools to allow for remote teaching |
|
E2L |
E1.2 Increase the share of zero and low-emission transport, prevent and reduce the negative impact of transport on the environment |
Milestone |
Introduction of low-emission transport zones implemented by relevant municipal authorities |
|
E3L |
E1.2.1 Zero-emission public transport in cities (trams) |
Milestone |
New trams: selection of beneficiaries |
|
G8L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Amendment of three sectoral qualification frameworks for green transformation |
|
G9L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Amendment of Sectoral qualification framework for energy |
|
G13L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
G17L |
G3.1.5 Offshore Wind Energy Support Fund Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
G21L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Selection of the contractor |
|
G22L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Start of the construction works |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 355 926 170 |
2.2.8. Eight Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A3L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Target |
Number of signed contracts for projects by cultural institutions, NGO's, SMEs and micro-enterprises operating in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
A4L |
A2.5.1 A program to support the activities of entities in the cultural and creative industries to stimulate their development |
Target |
Number of fellowships awarded in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS) |
|
B5L |
B2.3 Support for investment in offshore wind farm |
Milestone |
Organisation of auctions for electricity from offshore wind farms |
|
B18L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Locations in Polish sea areas (including wrecks) with performed inventory and field research related to the presence of hazardous materials |
|
B23L |
B3.3.1 Investments in increasing the potential of sustainable water management in rural areas |
Target |
Area of agricultural land / forest (in hectares) benefitting from improved water retention |
|
B27L |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T2 - Signature of all of the contracts for investments in green urban development projects (calculated on a compound basis) |
|
C13L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Target |
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) laboratories set-up in schools and other educational institutions |
|
C14L |
C2.2.1 Equipping schools/institutions with adequate ICT devices and infrastructure to improve the overall performance of education system |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of the examination system |
|
G4L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
|
G6L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Target |
Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
G7L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Target |
Installed capacity of onshore wind and photovoltaic installations (in GW) |
|
G10L |
G3.1.2 Skills for the green transition |
Milestone |
Sectoral qualification frameworks in the most critical green transformation sectors incorporated into the Integrated Qualifications System |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 3 678 257 125 |
2.2.9. Ninth Instalment (loan support):
|
Sequential Number |
Related Measure (Reform or Investment) |
Milestone / Target |
Name |
|
A11L |
A2.6.1 Development of the national system of monitoring services, products, analytical tools, services and accompanying infrastructure using satellite data |
Target |
T2 - Launching of the next three Polish satellites |
|
B16L |
B3.2.1 Investments in risk neutralisation and the restoration of large-scale brownfield sites and the Baltic Sea |
Target |
Documentation sets prepared for investments related to the negative environmental impact of selected large-scale brownfields and hazardous materials sunken on the bottom of the Baltic Sea |
|
B27aL |
B3.4.1 Investments in a green transformation of cities |
Target |
T3 - Completed projects supporting investments in green urban development projects |
|
B30L |
B3.5.1 Investments in energy-efficient housing for low- and average-income households |
Target |
T2 - Completed construction of the second batch of energy – efficient housing for low and average – income households. |
|
C17L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
C18L |
C4.1.1 Supporting the digital transformation of businesses through the use of cloud computing |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
|
D5L |
D1.2.1 Development of long-term care by modernisation of medical entities’ infrastructure at district level |
Target |
Finalised projects aiming to develop long-term care and geriatric care provision in district hospitals |
|
E4L |
E1.2.1 Zero-emission public transport in cities (trams) |
Target |
New trams in operation for public urban transport |
|
G5L |
G3.1.1 Streamlining the permitting process for renewable energy sources |
Milestone |
Digitalisation of permitting procedures |
|
G14L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
G15L |
G3.1.4 Support to the national energy system (Energy Support Fund) |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
|
G18L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Target |
Legal agreements signed with final beneficiaries |
|
G19L |
G3.1.5 Construction of offshore wind farms (Offshore Wind Energy Fund) |
Milestone |
Ministry has completed the investment |
|
G23L |
G3.2.1 Construction of natural gas infrastructure to ensure energy security |
Milestone |
Completion of construction of the gas pipeline |
|
G24L |
G3.3.1 Energy storage systems (repayable support) |
Milestone |
Modernisation of existing pumped storage facility |
|
Instalment amount |
EUR 2 715 769 457 |
SECTION 3: ADDITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS
1.Arrangements for monitoring and implementation of the recovery and resilience plan
The monitoring and implementation of the recovery and resilience plan of Poland shall take place in accordance with the following arrangements:
The body responsible for the overall coordination of the implementation and monitoring of the recovery and resilience plan shall be the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy. This body is also responsible for drawing-up of the payment requests, management declarations and summary of audits and shall also act as the liaison between the Commission and the Polish authorities. The institutions responsible for the implementation of the reforms and investments shall verify compliance of implemented measures with the applicable Union and national law and progress in achievement of defined milestones and targets at the level of the final recipients. Information and results from these verifications shall be submitted to the coordinating body via an IT system.
In addition, a Monitoring Committee consisting of stakeholders and social partners involved in the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan shall be established via a legislative act. The Monitoring Committee shall supervise the effective implementation of the recovery and resilience plan. The legislative act shall include a provision to make it a legal requirement to consult the Monitoring Committee during the implementation of the recovery and resilience plan.
Audits shall be carried out by the National Revenue Administration, in particular by the Department of Public Funds Audit at the Ministry of Finance and 16 tax administration chambers (regional offices) in the country. This audit body shall verify the correct implementation of reforms and investments, achievement of defined milestones and targets, the effectiveness of mechanisms to prevent, detect and correct serious irregularities, meaning fraud, corruption and conflicts of interest and avoid double funding and the reliability and security of the IT system.
2.Arrangements for providing full access by the Commission to the underlying data
The Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy, as the central coordinating body for the Polish recovery and resilience plan and its implementation, is responsible for overall coordination and monitoring of the plan. In particular, it acts as a coordinating body for monitoring progress on milestones and targets and for providing reporting and requests for payments. It coordinates the reporting of milestones and targets, relevant indicators, but also qualitative financial information and other data, such as on final recipients. The data encoding is taking place in an IT system through which the institutions responsible for the implementation of reforms and investments are obliged to report to the Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy
In accordance with Article 24(2) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241, upon completion of the relevant agreed milestones and targets in Section 2.1 of this Annex, Poland shall submit to the Commission a duly justified request for payment of the financial contribution and, where relevant, of the loan. Poland shall ensure that, upon request, the Commission has full access to the underlying relevant data that supports the due justification of the request for payment, both for the assessment of the request for payment in accordance with Article 24(3) of Regulation (EU) 2021/241 and for audit and control purposes.
Except projects under this measure in power and/or heat generation, as well as related transmission and distribution infrastructure, using natural gas, that are compliant with the conditions set out in Annex III of the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C58/01).
Where the activity supported achieves projected greenhouse gas emissions that are not significantly lower than the relevant benchmarks an explanation of the reasons why this is not possible shall be provided. Benchmarks established for free allocation for activities falling within the scope of the EU Emissions Trading System, as set out in the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/447.
This exclusion does not apply to actions under this measure in plants exclusively dedicated to treating non-recyclable hazardous waste, and to existing plants, where the actions under this measure are for the purpose of increasing energy efficiency, capturing exhaust gases for storage or use or recovering materials from incineration ashes, provided such actions under this measure do not result in an increase of the plants’ waste processing capacity or in an extension of the lifetime of the plants; for which evidence is provided at plant level.
This exclusion does not apply to actions under this measure in existing mechanical biological treatment plants, where the actions under this measure are for the purpose of increasing energy efficiency or retrofitting to recycling operations of separated waste to compost bio-waste and anaerobic digestion of bio-waste, provided such actions under this measure do not result in an increase of the plants’ waste processing capacity or in an extension of the lifetime of the plants; for which evidence is provided at plant level.
This exclusion does not apply to actions under this measure in existing mechanical biological treatment plants, where the actions under this measure are for the purpose of increasing energy efficiency or retrofitting to recycling operations of separated waste to compost bio-waste and anaerobic digestion of bio-waste, provided such actions under this measure do not result in an increase of the plants’ waste processing capacity or in an extension of the lifetime of the plants; for which evidence is provided at plant level.
Except projects under this measure in power and/or heat generation, as well as related transmission and distribution infrastructure, using natural gas, that are compliant with the conditions set out in Annex III of the ‘Do no significant harm’ Technical Guidance (2021/C 58/01).
This exclusion does not apply to actions under this measure in existing mechanical biological treatment plants, where the actions under this measure are for the purpose of increasing energy efficiency or retrofitting to recycling operations of separated waste to compost bio-waste and anaerobic digestion of bio-waste, provided such actions under this measure do not result in an increase of the plants’ waste processing capacity or in an extension of the lifetime of the plants; for which evidence is provided at plant level.
