Large Scale PV in Poland on the Rise
As the most popular energy source in Poland, the country’s PV market has been experiencing strong growth over the past few years. While the Polish PV market has traditionally been dominated by the residential segment (e.g. about 67% in 2022), its share is decreasing ~25% in 2025 as installations of the larger PV farms (>1 MW) are gaining traction. Our Global Energy Transition GET-Matrix© cites the possibility for grid connection to Polish Transmission System Operator (TSO) as one major reason for the trend toward large-scale project development in Poland, since it can host more new PV capacity than Polish Distribution System Operators.
Frequently asked questions
What is the projected share of the residential segment in the Polish PV market by 2025?
The residential segment’s share in the Polish PV market is projected to decrease to approximately 25% by 2025. This marks a significant shift from its traditional dominance, where it constituted about 67% of the market in 2022. The decline is attributed to the increasing traction and installation of larger PV farms, specifically those exceeding 1 MW in capacity, which are gaining a more prominent role in Poland’s energy landscape.
Why is the Polish Transmission System Operator (TSO) a key factor in the growth of large-scale PV projects in Poland?
The Polish Transmission System Operator (TSO) is a key factor in the growth of large-scale PV projects in Poland because it possesses a greater capacity to host new PV installations compared to Polish Distribution System Operators. This superior grid connection capability, as highlighted by the Global Energy Transition GET-Matrix©, makes the TSO a more viable and attractive option for developers pursuing larger PV farm projects, driving the overall trend towards utility-scale solar development in the country.